It's
important to ask relevant questions of the employer regarding
the organization and the position to enable you to thoroughly
evaluate the job and determine if it is the right fit for you.
If you have done your research on the organization and know
what job factors are most important to you, you will be able
to ask well thought-out questions. Do not ask obvious questions
that are answered by reading the organization's literature,
as this will only reflect your lack of adequate preparation.
Make sure you know what will be expected of you in the job and
the amount of contact you will have with your supervisor. Some
areas you may wish to ask questions about include the following.
- Training
programs and opportunities for professional growth
How long is your training program? What is encompassed in
the training?
- Travel
required
How much travel is normally expected? Where would I be travelling?
- Opportunities
for advancement/career paths
What are the opportunities for advancement beyond this level?
- Job
relocation/transfers
In what other areas are you located and would I be eligible
for relocation?
- Level
of supervision
Who would I be reporting to? What kind of supervision would
I receive?
- Performance
evaluations
How often are performance reviews given? What are you looking
for this position to accomplish?
- Duties
of position/typical day in position
- New
product lines/services/programs
What new product lines have been announced recently?
- Organizational
structure
How is this department structured and how does it fit into
the overall organization of the company?
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