Questions to Ask for Internship
Strategic questions to ask when seeking internship opportunities to demonstrate your interest, understand the role, and assess if the opportunity is right for your career development.
1What are the main responsibilities and projects I would be working on during this internship?
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What are the main responsibilities and projects I would be working on during this internship?
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Why this works
Understanding the role's core responsibilities helps you assess if it aligns with your learning goals and career interests.
2What skills and experiences will I gain from this internship, and how will it prepare me for my future career?
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What skills and experiences will I gain from this internship, and how will it prepare me for my future career?
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Why this works
Learning about skill development helps you assess if the internship offers the growth and learning opportunities you're seeking.
3What's the team structure like, and who would I be working most closely with?
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What's the team structure like, and who would I be working most closely with?
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Why this works
Understanding team dynamics helps you assess collaboration opportunities and reporting relationships.
4What mentorship and guidance will be available, and how often will I receive feedback?
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What mentorship and guidance will be available, and how often will I receive feedback?
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Why this works
Learning about mentorship helps you understand what support you'll receive and how you'll grow during the internship.
5What are the biggest challenges facing this team or department, and how might I contribute to solutions?
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What are the biggest challenges facing this team or department, and how might I contribute to solutions?
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Why this works
Understanding current challenges helps you assess the role's complexity and how you might contribute to team success.
6What opportunities are there for networking and building professional relationships?
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What opportunities are there for networking and building professional relationships?
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Why this works
Learning about networking opportunities helps you assess if the internship offers valuable professional connections.
7What's the company culture like, and how do employees typically work together?
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What's the company culture like, and how do employees typically work together?
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Why this works
Understanding company culture helps you assess if the environment would be a good fit for your work style and values.
8What are the next steps in the application process, and what's the timeline for making a decision?
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What are the next steps in the application process, and what's the timeline for making a decision?
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Why this works
Understanding the process helps you manage your expectations and prepare for subsequent interviews.
9What are the most rewarding aspects of working in this role or at this company?
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What are the most rewarding aspects of working in this role or at this company?
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Why this works
Learning about rewards helps you understand what makes the internship fulfilling and assess if it aligns with your values.
10What are the biggest opportunities for learning and growth in this position?
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What are the biggest opportunities for learning and growth in this position?
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Why this works
Understanding learning opportunities helps you assess if the internship offers the development you're seeking.
11How does this internship fit into the broader company strategy and goals?
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How does this internship fit into the broader company strategy and goals?
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Why this works
Learning about strategic alignment helps you understand the role's importance and how you'd contribute to company success.
12What support and resources are available for interns, and what training will I receive?
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What support and resources are available for interns, and what training will I receive?
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Why this works
Understanding available support helps you assess if you'll have the resources needed to succeed in the role.
13What's the work-life balance like, and what flexibility is available for interns?
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What's the work-life balance like, and what flexibility is available for interns?
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Why this works
Learning about work-life balance helps you assess if the role fits with your personal priorities and lifestyle.
14What are the key performance indicators or success metrics for this internship?
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What are the key performance indicators or success metrics for this internship?
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Why this works
Understanding success metrics helps you know what's expected and how to focus your efforts for maximum impact.
15What questions do you have about my background, experience, and career goals?
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What questions do you have about my background, experience, and career goals?
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Why this works
This question shows you're open to their questions and helps you understand what aspects of your background they're most interested in.
Maximizing Internship Success
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Effective Internship Seeking
Show Genuine Interest
Ask questions that demonstrate your genuine interest in the role and company, not just surface-level inquiries.
Focus on Learning
Emphasize your desire to learn and grow, and ask questions that show you're thinking about your development.
Be Professional
Maintain a professional demeanor and ask thoughtful questions that show you're serious about the opportunity.