Questions to Ask at the End of an Internal Interview
Strategic questions to ask at the end of internal interviews to demonstrate interest, gather important information, and position yourself for success.
1What are the key priorities for this role in the first 90 days?
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What are the key priorities for this role in the first 90 days?
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Why this works
Understanding immediate priorities helps you prepare for success and shows you're thinking about hitting the ground running.
2What does success look like in this position?
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What does success look like in this position?
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Why this works
Learning about success metrics helps you understand expectations and how your performance will be evaluated.
3What are the biggest challenges facing this team or department?
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What are the biggest challenges facing this team or department?
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Why this works
Understanding current challenges helps you assess if you're prepared to handle them and shows you're thinking strategically.
4How does this role fit into the broader organizational strategy?
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How does this role fit into the broader organizational strategy?
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Why this works
Learning about the role's strategic importance helps you understand its value and how you can contribute to organizational goals.
5What opportunities are there for growth and development in this role?
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What opportunities are there for growth and development in this role?
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Why this works
Understanding growth opportunities helps you assess if the role aligns with your career goals and development needs.
6What resources and support will be available for this position?
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What resources and support will be available for this position?
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Why this works
Learning about available resources helps you understand what tools and support you'll have to succeed in the role.
7How does this team collaborate with other departments?
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How does this team collaborate with other departments?
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Why this works
Understanding cross-functional relationships helps you prepare for collaboration and shows you're thinking about the bigger picture.
8What are the current projects or initiatives this role would be involved in?
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What are the current projects or initiatives this role would be involved in?
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Why this works
Learning about current work helps you understand what you'd be working on and assess your interest and fit.
9What are the reporting relationships and team structure?
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What are the reporting relationships and team structure?
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Why this works
Understanding the organizational structure helps you know who you'd be working with and reporting to.
10What are the expectations for this role in terms of leadership and influence?
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What are the expectations for this role in terms of leadership and influence?
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Why this works
Learning about leadership expectations helps you understand the scope of the role and your potential impact.
11How does this role contribute to the company's mission and values?
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How does this role contribute to the company's mission and values?
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Why this works
Understanding the role's alignment with company values helps you assess cultural fit and personal satisfaction.
12What are the opportunities for innovation and improvement in this area?
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What are the opportunities for innovation and improvement in this area?
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Why this works
Learning about innovation opportunities helps you understand how you can contribute to positive change and growth.
13What are the current pain points or areas for improvement?
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What are the current pain points or areas for improvement?
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Why this works
Understanding current issues helps you assess if you're prepared to address them and shows you're thinking about solutions.
14How does this role support the company's diversity and inclusion goals?
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How does this role support the company's diversity and inclusion goals?
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Why this works
Learning about D&I initiatives helps you understand the company's commitment to these values and how you can contribute.
15What are the opportunities for mentorship and learning in this role?
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What are the opportunities for mentorship and learning in this role?
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Why this works
Understanding learning opportunities helps you assess if the role will support your professional development and growth.
16How does this role handle work-life balance and flexibility?
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How does this role handle work-life balance and flexibility?
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Why this works
Learning about work-life balance helps you assess if the role aligns with your personal needs and preferences.
17What are the opportunities for advancement from this role?
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What are the opportunities for advancement from this role?
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Why this works
Understanding advancement opportunities helps you assess if the role aligns with your long-term career goals.
18How does this role contribute to the company's sustainability and social responsibility?
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How does this role contribute to the company's sustainability and social responsibility?
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Why this works
Learning about sustainability initiatives helps you understand the company's values and how you can contribute to positive impact.
19What are the opportunities for collaboration and teamwork in this role?
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What are the opportunities for collaboration and teamwork in this role?
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Why this works
Understanding collaboration opportunities helps you assess if the role aligns with your working style and preferences.
20What are the next steps in the interview process?
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What are the next steps in the interview process?
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Why this works
Understanding the process helps you know what to expect and how to prepare for the next stages.
Maximizing Internal Interview Success
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Preparing for Your Questions
Research the Role and Team
Learn about the position, team, and department to ask informed questions that show your preparation.
Prepare Thoughtful Questions
Write down questions that demonstrate your interest and help you gather important information about the role.
Show Enthusiasm and Interest
Ask questions that show you're genuinely interested in the role and excited about the opportunity.
Essential Areas to Cover
Role Understanding
Team and Culture
Growth and Development
Common Pitfalls to Avoid
Don't Ask Obvious Questions
Avoid questions that can be easily answered by reading the job description or company website.
Avoid Being Overly Aggressive
Don't ask questions that seem to challenge the interviewer or make demands about the role.
Don't Ignore Their Answers
Listen to their responses and ask follow-up questions that show you're engaged in the conversation.