How to Answer: This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for the panel?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for an FBI job interview.
2. This concludes our interview. Do you have any questions for the panel?
Why the Interviewer Asks This Question
At the end of an interview, the interviewer will generally ask if you have any questions for the panel to ensure all your questions are answered about the job role or the organization. It is best to ask a question or two to show the interviewer you are eager to learn all you can. Some good questions to ask are ones that cannot be answered when researching the bureau or on the job announcement. For example, you could ask what part of the job the interviewer finds the most exciting, when the next FBI Academy starts, or when you will find out the results of your interview.
Written by Krista Wenz on April 24th, 2022
Focus Your Answer On
Focus on questions you have after conducting thorough research on the FBI and the position you would fill. You may ask the interviewer what they like the most and least about the FBI, how many agents they will be hiring, or when the next FBI Academy will start.
Written by Krista Wenz on April 24th, 2022
What to Avoid
Keep your questions focused on the role or the bureau. You want to avoid asking questions about salary, overtime pay, sick leave, or the benefits package. When you ask about money or benefits, the interviewer questions your intentions for wanting to work as a Special Agent for the FBI.
Written by Krista Wenz on April 24th, 2022
Remember To
After you have asked a question or two, you want to remember to thank each member of the panel for their time. When thanking them, shake each member's hand while looking them in the eye and addressing them by name (if that is known.) Thanking each member shows respect and will make you stand out from other candidates who did not do the same. For the purpose of the answer examples, we will thank the panel before asking the questions.
Written by Krista Wenz on April 24th, 2022
Entry Level Example
"Yes, I do have two questions, and thank you for asking and for taking the time to interview me. How long have you worked for the FBI, and what is your favorite part about working here?"
Written by Kevin Downey on December 18th, 2022
Experienced Example
"Based on my qualifications and interview performance, what can you tell me of what the next steps will look like? How large is the pool you are interviewing with? When will I find out the results of this interview, and by what mode, and for context, when does the next academy start?"
Written by Kevin Downey on December 18th, 2022