Questions to Ask Employers
- Please describe the duties of the job for me.
- What type of training does your organization offer?
- How many people are employed within the company, business, organization, or department?
- Where does this position fit in the overall organization of the company? Who will the person in this position report to?
- What types of assignments might I expect during the first six months?
- What products (or services) are in the development stage now?
- What are the strengths of the organization or department? In what areas of the company do you expect growth?
- In what ways is a career with your company better than one with you competitors?
- What is the organization’s plan for the next five years, and how does the department fit in?
- What is the reporting structure in this department? What are the acceptable channels of communication?
- Describe the team/project assignments and the mix of people involved.
- What is the management philosophy of this organization?
- What is the company’s view on continued education?
- How would you describe the company culture?
- How is the economic climate affecting your organization?
- How often are performance reviews given?
- How do you feel about creativity and individuality?
- Do you have plans for expansion?
- Do you fill positions from the outside or promote from within first?
- What qualities are you looking for in the candidate who fills this position?
- What skills are especially important for someone in this position?
- What characteristics do achievers in this company seem to share?
- What is the largest single problem facing your staff (department) now?
- How much travel, if any, is involved in this position?
- What is the next course of action? When should I expect to hear from you or should I contact you?