Networking interview questions

Personal

• Work experience of the person you are meeting with (previous positions and how long have they been in the job)
• Did the person consciously choose to enter this profession/field of work? 
• If not, how did he/she end up in this job?

The position

• Job title and brief description 
• Context/environment in which the work is carried out (e.g. working outdoors, irregular working hours, ratio of team/individual work etc.)
• Other aspects to be taken into account? (work clothing, footwear, safety equipment etc. )
• Main duties, other duties, details of duties
• Describe a normal working day/week
• Describe a normal month/year 
• What distinguishes a top performer in this position from a mediocre performer? 
• What is the average age of employees in this position? 
• What is the hierarchical structure within the organisation?
• What are the good/positive aspects of the job (e.g. certain tasks or duties)
• Perks of the job (advantages, e.g. 13th month, company car, shares etc.)
• Less fun sides of the job (e.g. certain tasks or duties)
• Disadvantages of the job (e.g. working hours, location, working outdoors etc.) 

Selection

• What qualification(s)/diplomas are required; what level (university degree or professional training)? 
• Work experience required?
• What personal qualities/skills are important?
• Any physical requirements? 
• Are certain attitudes to work expected (e.g. willingness to do overtime)? 

Development

• What type of training is given to new recruits and long-term employees? 
• Options for further education/courses?
• Are there opportunities for growth? Is there room for personal development within the job? 

Prospects, career development?

• Is further training required due to (rapid) changes in this field of work?