Interview Questions to Ask - For HR or the Recruiter:

  • What can you tell me about the position?
  • What can you tell me about the department?
  • How would you describe your company culture?
  • How much does the position pay? What is the compensation range for this position?
  • What benefits are provided to your employees?
  • Do you have a tuition reimbursement plan?
  • Do you have an employee stock purchase plan? Do you participate?
  • What is the typical career path for this position?
  • What type of internal and external training do you provide?
  • How are performance appraisals conducted within your organization?
  • I know that for the position for which I am interviewing, the company decided to recruit from outside the organization. How do you decide between recruiting from within and going outside?
  • Why do you enjoy working for this company?
  • How would you describe the work environment here?
  • What do you consider to be the organization’s strengths and weaknesses?
  • How soon are you looking to fill this position?
  • What is the next step for consideration?
  • When will you be making a decision on this position?
  • How do my skills compare with those of the other candidates you have interviewed?
  • Before I leave, is there anything else you need to know concerning my ability to do this job?