Questions you can ask in an interview

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Questions you can ask in an interview
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Questions to ask before an interview

• What are the names and job titles of the
  selection committee members?
• What format will the interview take?
• Can I have the ... (first and last place are
  strategically best) interview time slot?
• Will I be required to perform any tasks during
  the interview (eg. presentation, case study)?
• How long is the interview likely to be?
• Am I required to bring anything to the interview?
  
• Is there other written information available
  about the department? ( only if you cant
  research it yourself!!)

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Questions to ask in an interview

• What are the major challenges facing this
  position?
• What other positions exist in the team?
• What's the makeup of the team as far as
  experience?
• What percentage of time is spent on what duties
  in the position?
• Would it be useful for me to visit?
• To how may people will I report? Or, How many
  people will I be supervising?
• Is there an organisation chart for the department
  or the team?

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• Where is the position located?
• How does the organisation measure success in
  individual performance?
• What kinds of processes are in place to help me
  work collaboratively?
• What's the most important thing I can do to help
  within the first 90 days of my employment?  -
  good if there is a probation period
• What is the company's management style?

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• How much travel is expected?
• Is relocation a possibility?
• What are the prospects for growth and
  advancement?
• How does one advance in the company? Are there
  any examples? What don't you like about working
  here and what would you change?
• Would you like a list of references?

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• If I am extended a job offer, how soon would you
  like me to start?
• What can I tell you about my qualifications?
• When can I expect to hear from you?
• Are there any other questions I can answer for
  you?
• What is the next step in the selection process,
  and the time it will take to notify applicants
  whether they have been successful or not?

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Additional resources

• http//jobsearchtech.about.com
• http//www.careers.unsw.edu.au
• http//jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au