“Do you have any questions for us?”: 15 good questions to ask, in natural English
This is almost always the last question in an interview, and “No, I don’t have any” is the wrong answer. Here are 15 questions to ask in clear, polite English, what each one shows, how to ask them, what to say if the interviewer already answered everything, and what to never ask.
By The YoFluent teamUpdated 7 min read
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Why interviewers ask
The question tests three things: Are you interested? Did you prepare? Do you think about the work like a professional? It is also your chance to check whether you want this job.
A good question is open (it cannot be answered with yes or no), specific to this job, and not already answered on the website.
15 questions to ask
About the role
| Say | What it shows |
|---|---|
| “What does a typical day look like in this role?” | Shows you picture yourself doing the job. |
| “What would success look like in the first 90 days?” | Shows you care about results. |
| “What are the biggest challenges someone in this role faces?” | Honest and mature. |
| “How is performance measured for this position?” | Shows you want clear goals. |
About the team and manager
| Say | What it shows |
|---|---|
| “Could you tell me about the team I would be working with?” | Friendly and curious. |
| “How would you describe your management style?” | Good for the hiring manager. |
| “How does the team usually communicate and share feedback?” | Shows you care about teamwork. |
| “What do you enjoy most about working here?” | Personal, and people like to answer it. |
About the company and growth
| Say | What it shows |
|---|---|
| “What are the company’s main priorities for this year?” | Shows you think about the business. |
| “What opportunities are there to learn and grow in this role?” | Shows ambition without demanding. |
| “I read about your recent … Could you tell me more about it?” | Proves you did research. Replace … with a real fact. |
| “How has this role changed since it was created?” | Smart and specific. |
To close the interview
| Say | What it shows |
|---|---|
| “What are the next steps in the process?” | Practical and polite. |
| “When can I expect to hear from you?” | Clear, not pushy. |
| “Is there anything about my background that you would like me to explain further?” | Brave, and lets you fix doubts. |
Choose three. Do not read a list: memorise your top three and adapt them to the conversation.
Phrases to start and to link
| When you want to… | Say |
|---|---|
| Start | “Yes, thank you. I have a couple of questions.” · “Yes, I do. I’d like to ask about…” |
| Use what you heard | “You mentioned … earlier. Could you tell me more about that?” |
| Be polite | “I was wondering if you could tell me…” · “Could you explain…?” |
| Follow up | “That’s helpful, thank you. And how does that work in practice?” |
| Close | “Thank you for your time. I’m very interested in the role, and I look forward to hearing from you.” |
What if you have no questions?
If the interviewer answered everything, say so, then ask one more:
“We’ve covered most of my questions during our conversation, thank you. One last thing: what would success look like in the first three months?”
Or, if you are really short of time: “You’ve answered everything I wanted to ask. I’m very interested in the role. What are the next steps?”
What not to ask
- Pay, holidays and benefits in a first interview. Wait for the offer, or ask when they bring it up.
- Things on the website. “What does your company do?” shows you did not prepare.
- “Did I get the job?” or “How did I do?” It puts the interviewer in an awkward position.
- Yes/no questions such as “Is it a good team?” Ask “What is the team like?”
- Negative questions about the company’s problems, asked in an aggressive way. Ask about challenges, with curiosity.
How to practise
Say your three questions aloud until they sound relaxed, not read. Pay attention to a rising tone on the polite “Could you tell me…?” and to a calm pace. Record yourself once and listen back.
Next, see 12 HR interview questions with answers, situational interview questions and tell me about yourself. Or run a full mock interview with an AI tutor.
Frequently asked questions
How do I answer “Do you have any questions for us?”
Say yes and ask two or three open questions about the role, the team and what success looks like. Use something you heard in the interview, and finish by asking about the next steps.
How many questions should I ask?
Two or three is enough. Prepare four or five, because some may be answered during the interview.
Is it bad to say I have no questions?
It can look like low interest. If everything was covered, say that politely and ask one more question, for example about the first 90 days or the next steps.
When can I ask about salary?
Usually after you receive an offer, or when the interviewer raises it. If you must answer a salary question, see the guide to salary expectations.
What is a good last question?
“What are the next steps in the process?” It is practical, polite and tells you what to expect.
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