What are Good Questions to Ask at the End of a
Job Interview?

Just as a hiring manager asks questions of you during a job interview to assess whether you fit the role, asking questions yourself at the end of an interview is a great way to help determine if the role is a good fit for you.

It’s common at the end of job interviews for the hiring manager to give you an opportunity to ask questions. But when the inevitable prompt — “Do you have any questions for me?”— is actually given, it can be difficult to think of a well-worded interview question under pressure.

Thinking through some questions to ask at the end of your interview ahead of time will help you feel more prepared and confident. It will also show the interviewer that you’ve put thought and consideration into your interview preparation, which will reinforce your interest in the role and can help set you apart from other candidates.

Guidelines for Asking End-of-Interview Questions

Writing out at least five potential questions to ask will help you uncover additional information about the role itself, the company and its culture. Thoughtful interview questions also allow you to probe deep into things discussed earlier in the interview or gain insight into whether the role is a good next step in your career.

When thinking through possible questions to ask, make sure your questions are:

• Thoughtful and express your interest in the company
• Not seeking specific information already covered in the job interview
• Relevant to the role, department or company
• Demonstrating your understanding of the position
• Structured to prompt further meaningful conversation

Common Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

Here are a few examples of common questions to ask an interviewer.

Questions About the Company

• What is the history of your company? How have you grown to this point?
• How would you describe the company’s culture?
• What is your highest priority in the next six months, and how could someone like me help?
• If I were to ask your top performer what he/she likes most/least about the company, what kind of response would I get?
• What are the biggest challenges the company is facing right now?
• What encourages employees to stay at this company?

Questions About the Role

• What does a typical day in this role look like?
• Tell me about your training program. What would my specific training involve?
• What are the characteristics of your top performers?
• What are three main qualities you look for in a candidate?
• How do you see me fitting in with your company?
• How do I compare with other qualified candidates?
• How has this position evolved?
• How do you evaluate success?

Wrap-up Questions

• What is your timeline and next steps?
• Do you have any reservations about my joining your company?
• What does your interview process entail?
• Has working for this company changed your career path?

To read more interview prep tips, visit our Career Advice section or contact the local Aston Carter office near you to connect with a recruiter.