Like we mentioned previously, knowing how to answer interview questions is not enough. You should also ask the right questions during your interview to show that you are keen for the position
Questions to ask at the end of the interview:
1. What is the overall structure of the company and how does your department fit within that structure?
You may have done your research on the company and the industry, but every department functions differently. This question will help you understand how your role would fit into the organization.
You may have done your research on the company and the industry, but every department functions differently. This question will help you understand how your role would fit into the organization.
2. Could you describe a typical day at work? Can you give me an example of a project on which I would be working?
You may know whom the biggest clients are and what the organization provides. But a project could span across many teams and departments, with each team specialising in a different aspect. Once again, you will better understand your role as an intern by asking this question.
You may know whom the biggest clients are and what the organization provides. But a project could span across many teams and departments, with each team specialising in a different aspect. Once again, you will better understand your role as an intern by asking this question.
3. What do you think is the most challenging aspect of this position?
You get to learn about your employer's expectations about the role. Also, take the chance to show that you are capable of overcoming the challenges that your employer anticipates.
Is it casual? More corporate/formal? Is this the type of environment that you would like to be in? Some companies have flexible working hours as long as you complete your tasks on time. Other companies might be stricter if clients are charged depending on the amount of time spent on the project.
5. What is the typical career path for interns or employees in this department?
Through this question you will be be able to see if it aligns to your long term career goals for the future. Are there any employee development initiatives such as training programs for employees to rise up to the management level?
Through this question you will be be able to see if it aligns to your long term career goals for the future. Are there any employee development initiatives such as training programs for employees to rise up to the management level?
6. What are the next steps in the interview process?
This should be asked at the very end of the interview, to show that you are eager to be selected also a good way to get a hint of whether the interview went well.
This should be asked at the very end of the interview, to show that you are eager to be selected also a good way to get a hint of whether the interview went well.
Some questions you definitely should NOT ask:
1. What does this company do?
You may ask about the overall structure or the day to day responsibilities of your role. But asking a generic question like this shows that you have not done your research well and would definitely harm your chances.
1. What does this company do?
You may ask about the overall structure or the day to day responsibilities of your role. But asking a generic question like this shows that you have not done your research well and would definitely harm your chances.
2. Can I change my schedule? What salary, vacation time and benefits do I get?
Negotiating for better salary or benefits can come later if necessary. Asking about it during the interview portrays you as someone that is more concerned about the benefits than the role itself.
Negotiating for better salary or benefits can come later if necessary. Asking about it during the interview portrays you as someone that is more concerned about the benefits than the role itself.
3. Did I get the position?
Be patient and ask about the next steps instead of asking this question directly. Typically you should receive a response in a few weeks time.
Be patient and ask about the next steps instead of asking this question directly. Typically you should receive a response in a few weeks time.
Finally, remember to send a follow-up email to thank the interviewer for his or her time and say that you look forward to hearing from them.
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