You need to ask a few questions, too! Here are some ideas:
1. How many individuals complete your training program each year?
2. When does the training program begin?
3. What is the length and structure of the training program?
4. Do most trainess advance fairly rapidly through the training program?
5. What career paths have others generally followed after completing the training program?
6. How does the position and the department contribute to the overall company mission and philosophy?
7. What is typical day (assignment)in your company?
8. What characteristics best describe the individuals who are successful in this position?
9. Does the position offer exposure to other facets of your organization?
10. What other positions and/or departments will I interact with most?
11. To whom does this position report?
12. How much decision-making authority and autonomy is given to new employees?
13. How will my performance be evaluated?
14. How often are performance reviews given? By whom are they given?
15. Are employees ever transferred between functional areas?
16. What are the opportunities for relocation?
17. Does your organization encourage its employees to pursue additional education?
18. How would you describe the organizational culture and environment?
19. What makes your organization different from its competitors?
20. What industry-wide trends are likely to affect your organization?
21. What are your organization's strengths and weaknesses?
22. What are your strengths and weaknesses?
23. What would you say are the biggest changes the organization has undergone in the last five years?
24. What changes do you anticipate in the next five years?
25. What is the greatest challenge your organization faces during the next year?
Adapted from the
Northwestern Lindquist-Endicott Report, The Placement Center, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL 1991.
