Good Questions to Ask at the End of an Interview

1. Focus on the Future

Ask questions that show you’re thinking beyond day one. These kinds of questions demonstrate your interest in growing with the company and contributing to its success over time. It shifts the conversation from the present to the potential future, which is a surefire sign of a forward-thinking candidate.

Example interview questions that show your interest in growing with the company:

Questions about the team’s goals
Questions about upcoming initiatives (e.g. organizational initiatives)
Questions about long-term expectations

2. Build on What You Heard

Great candidates don’t just answer questions like they’re being interrogated. The best way to grow a relationship with your hiring team during an interview is through a two-way conversation. Referencing something that was discussed earlier and asking a follow-up question shows that you were actively listening, processing, and connecting the dots. It also allows you to dive deeper into any topics that were particularly interesting or important to you.

3. Explore Culture and Collaboration

Most candidates will ask questions that cover the standard job responsibilities, but you should also use this part of the interview to explore what it’s really like to work at the organization. Questions that focus on team dynamics, values, or the company’s work environment can help you assess alignment while also demonstrating that you care about how you can contribute to a healthy workplace culture.