Interview Preparation

Prior to interviewing with a company, you need to do some research. One reason to find out more about the prospective employer is to determine if you want to work there. A job is not just a job. Another reason is to be able to respond appropriately in the interviewer when you are questioned.

Here are some things you should know. Consider each of the following questions carefully.

These questions are about the company itself:

1. What do you know about our organization?
2. Why do you want to work here?
3. Do you think you will fit in with our corporate culture?
4. What do you know about our products/services?

These questions are to help you decide if you want to work there:

1. Is the company a major competitor in its field?
2. Does it have a solid mission statement?
3. Do the company's financial statements reflect a good position?
4. How well is the company expected to perform in the future?

There are many places to do research to find out the answers to these and other important questions. You can find a great list on this page:

Research the Company

~C. Vaughan