Use this list of questions during your interview. Select 3-5 questions that matter most to you, and ask them at the end of your interview.
Career Growth & Opportunity
- How do you help employees build long-term career plans?
- What does success look like in this role in the first 90 days?
- How do people typically grow from this position?
- What career paths have previous employees taken after this role?
- How does your organization support internal mobility?
- What skills are most important to develop early on?
- Are there opportunities to work on cross-functional projects?
Connection to WGU Students & Career Readiness
- How do you view candidates from online or competency-based programs like WGU?
- What stands out about WGU graduates, or graduates from competency-based schools?
- What advice would you give WGU students preparing for roles like this?
- What can candidates do now to be more competitive for this position?
Skills, Learning & Development
- What learning or training resources are available to employees?
- How do you support continued education or certifications (like WGU programs)?
- What skills differentiate top performers here?
- How do employees receive feedback and coaching?
- Are there mentorship or sponsorship opportunities?
- How do you encourage employees to stay current in their field?
- What does onboarding and training look like?
Culture, Values & Belonging
- How would you describe your company culture day-to-day?
- What values are most important to your team?
- How do you support diversity, equity, and inclusion?
- What does belonging look like here in practice?
- How do teams collaborate across departments?
- What type of person thrives in this environment?
- How do you recognize and celebrate employee contributions?
Role Expectations & Performance
- What are the biggest challenges someone in this role might face?
- What are the most immediate priorities for this position?
- How is performance measured and evaluated?
- What does a typical day or week look like?
- How does this role contribute to the organization’s goals?
- What tools or technologies are used most often?
- How do teams stay aligned and communicate effectively?
Innovation & Industry Insight
- How is your organization adapting to changes in the industry?
- What trends are shaping the future of this field?
- How does your team approach innovation and new ideas?
- Can you share an example of a recent initiative or project?
- How do employees contribute ideas or improvements?
Leadership & Management Style
- How would you describe your leadership style?
- How do managers support employee growth and well-being?
- How often do employees meet with their managers?
- What does effective communication look like on your team?
- How do you handle challenges or conflict within teams?
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
- How does your organization support work-life balance?
- What flexibility exists around schedules or remote work?
- How do you help employees avoid burnout? What does a healthy workload look like here?
Compensation, Benefits & Stability
- How does your organization approach compensation and growth?
- What benefits do employees value most?
- How does the company support financial well-being?
- How stable is the team or department right now?
