When you think "job interview" you think of all of the potential questions and scenarios that could come up during your interview, but do you think of questions that you should prepare to ask them?
Employers ask tough questions to get a good idea of you as a fit for their environment, so why not ask them a few to make sure they are fit for you.
Here are just a few examples of things to ask:
What is it like working for this company? What is the culture like?
You want to work for a company that has a similar mindset as you. You also want to know how the employees are treated. This open-ended question is a great way to get a feel for the company through the interviewer. If you don't get a very positive vibe, consider it a sign.
Can you describe an average or typical day in this position?
This is a great question that helps define the position for you. You'll get an idea of how much time is expected to be spent on different tasks and what tasks you should be familiar with. The answer to this question will also help you decide if you really want this job.
How do you see this position evolving in the future?
This will give you a good idea of what your role is in the company and what your opportunities for growth are while performing this job. If you are looking for a job that will allow you to move up and take on more responsibility, you need to know that. You also need to know if the position looks like it will never evolve to anything more than it is.
How soon do you expect to make a hiring decision?
This is a great question to ask towards the end of the interview. It gives you a time frame on which to base your follow-up calls and an idea on when to move on. It's important to know when they'll be hiring because you likely have other job prospects you are pursing and you need to be able to evaluate them accordingly.
By asking questions, you appear interested in the job and you tell the interviewer you have put time and effort into determining if you are a good fit for this job.
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