Be prepared to ask the interviewer questions.

Never go to an interview without preparing questions beforehand. Your knowledge of the profession and the information you gather through research and networking will help you formulate questions of high quality. The following are examples of the types of questions you may ask in an interview.

• What is the philosophy of the organization?
• What do you consider to be the organization's strengths and weaknesses?
• What are the organization's plans and goals?
• Describe the work environment.
• What attracted you to this organization?
• Why do you enjoy working for this organization?
• Describe the typical responsibilities of the position.
• What are the challenging facets of the position?
• Describe the opportunities for training and professional development.
• Are there opportunities for advancement within the organization?