Santa Clara University

Closing the Interview and Follow Up

• Questions for the Employer

  Always prepare questions to ask the employer at the end of the interview to show you are interested in the position. Here are some sample questions:

  • What does it take to be a success in this organization?
  • What is one of the first ways I will contribute to the organization in this position?
  • How would you describe the culture of your group?
  • How is job performance measured?
  • What are the problems I will face and try to solve in this position?
  • What are some of the challenges/issues this organization faces?
  • What are the next steps and what is your timeframe for making a hiring decision?

• Don't Forget to Ask for the Job!

  • Thank the interviewer for his/her time.
  • Express your enthusiasm and fit for the position.

• Following-up After the Interview

  • Promptly send a thank-you note to all the interviewers within 24 hours of your meeting, either in an email message or a handwritten note.
  • If you don't hear anything from the interviewer within the timeframe given during the interview, you may call and inquire about the status of the hiring decision.