Random Interview Questions

Questions that the company may ask in an Interview:

What would you do if the priorities on a major project you were working on were suddenly changed
Compare and contrast the times when you did work which was above the standard with times your work was below the standard.
What skills have you acquired from your work experience?
Some people work best as part of a group -- others prefer the role of individual contributor. How would you describe yourself?
Describe a situation in which you had to use reference materials to write a research paper. What was the topic? What journals did you read?
Give me an example of a time you had to make an important decision. How did you make the decision? How does it affect you today?
Tell about a recent job or campus experience that you would describe as a real learning experience? What did you learn from the job or experience?
Describe the system you use for keeping track of multiple projects. How do you track your progress so that you can meet deadlines? How do you stay focused?
To what extent would you be willing to travel for the job?
Describe the type of professor that has created the most beneficial learning experience for you.

Questions that you should considering asking your future employer:

What is an average week in this job really like?
What kinds of formal strategic planning systems, if any, are in place?
What is the deadline for this project? How will success be measured?
How would you describe your management style and interaction with your staff?
What is the overall structure of the department where the position is located?
How and when will my performance be evaluated on this job? How is success measured in this department / organization?
What qualities are you looking for in your new hires?
What are the organization's strengths, and what challenges does it face?
What sort of communication style works best with this team?
How many people would I be managing?