Better questions lead to better hires. The Get A Job.ai interview question library offers original, role-tested prompts that help you assess skills, judgment, and fit, plus guidance on how to read the answers you get back.
Start with the basics
- Walk me through your background and what drew you to this role.
- What kind of work makes you lose track of time?
- What are you hoping to learn or grow into next?
Behavioral questions
Past behavior predicts future performance, so ask for specific stories rather than hypotheticals.
- Tell me about a hard problem you solved and how you approached it.
- Describe a time you disagreed with a teammate. What happened?
- Give an example of a goal you missed and what you learned.
Role and skills questions
Tailor these to the job. Ask candidates to reason out loud through a realistic task so you see how they think, not just what they know.
Culture and values fit
- What does a great team look like to you?
- How do you like to receive feedback?
- What environment helps you do your best work?
Questions to expect from candidates
Strong candidates interview you too. Be ready to speak honestly about the role, the team, growth, and how success is measured.
Put it together
Ask every candidate the same core questions so you can compare fairly, then pair this with our hiring playbook and job description guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many questions should an interview include?
Enough to cover skills, behavior, and fit without rushing, usually five to eight strong questions with room to follow up.
How do I keep interviews fair?
Ask each candidate for a role the same core questions and evaluate answers against the criteria you set before you started.