Job Interview Questions

If you cannot get enough information on the organization or position to tailor specific questions, here are some generic questions you can safely ask at most job interviews:

• How would you describe your organizational culture? A job interview is often a two-way street; you are checking the prospective employer out, too. The answer to this question can help you determine whether you really would want to work at the place, assuming you get a job offer.
• What happens next in the hiring process? The response to this question can give you an idea of how many other candidates they are interviewing, whether there will be a second interview, how quickly they plan on making hiring decisions, etc. This will also help you determine when and whether it is appropriate to do any follow-up to the interview.
• What type of candidate are you looking for? This will give you an idea of your prospects for securing the job, and, in the worst case scenario, can help you prepare for future interviews at other jobs.