‘Interviewing’ the interviewers

May 08, 2011

ON a first job interview, you must be prepared to answer a multitude of questions.

ON a first job interview, you must be prepared to answer a multitude of questions.

“Tell us about your educational background? What is your best and worst quality? Why do you think you are the right candidate for this job?”

But it is not enough to prepare for this volley of queries. You also need to be prepared with some questions of your own, to lightly “interview” the interviewer.

Most interviewers will ask you at the end of the interview if you have any question for them.

Do not let that last question be followed by awkward silence.
You need to come up with some good question for two reasons: It shows you did your research and are, therefore, interested and motivated in the position.

It allows you to gather all the relevant information you need to determine whether the job is a good fit for you.
To get prepared, write down your questions on a notepad ahead of time, so you won’t blank when the opportunity arises.

Here are a few sample questions:
• What is the structure of this organization? Where would I fit in?
• What is a typical first assignment?
• What characteristics do you look for in employees?

• What skill will the ideal person for this job have? What educational and technical background do I need?
What are your favorite questions to ask at an interview?

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