Remarkably, interviewers say the most commonly encountered answer to this question is no. Saying no to this question that is typically asked at the end of the interview is not the answer they are looking for. Plus, you also missed an opportunity to find out more about the firm. What you definitely don't want is a pregnant pause or to not answer this question at all. It is also premature to ask about benefits, and doing so may make you seem self-centered and signal your lack of interest in the job.

The best way to handle this question is to build on what you've read about the firm and the prior questions asked in the interview. What follows is an example of how you can seize this opportunity without appearing self-serving.

Remember how in the previous question, you gave the interviewer your FE exam score? That's an opportunity to say, 'I was wondering how your organization will allow me to gain the valuable experience needed while preparing to become a licensed industrial engineer, which is the next step after the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Exam.'