Because each question asked in a job interview should be intentional, it’s important to prepare ahead of time, carefully assess the role you’re hiring for and ask a wide variety of interview questions. You can conduct a job interview using the following steps: Prepare for the interview Understand the STAR interview process Describe the company and the position to the interviewee Explain the interview process to your interviewee Learn about the interviewee’s career goals Ask interview questions related to the position Gather more information with follow up questions Take notes to help you remember important information Give candidates the chance to ask questions Describe the next steps