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Exit Interview Template

An exit interview template is used by employers and HR departments to gather feedback from staff members who are leaving the company. The questions asked in the document allow the departing employee to express why they are leaving, their opinions about company culture, what they enjoyed about their job, and where the company can improve.

Last updated September 9th, 2025

An exit interview template is used by employers and HR departments to gather feedback from staff members who are leaving the company. The questions asked in the document allow the departing employee to express why they are leaving, their opinions about company culture, what they enjoyed about their job, and where the company can improve.

Benefits of Exit Interviews

  • Departing employees are more likely to be candid about what they believe could be improved.
  • Feedback can grant insight into ways to improve company culture and employee relationships.
  • It can leave a good impression on exiting staff and help increase the company’s reputation.
  • It gives employers a chance to remind the departing employee of any legal obligations with the company, such as non-competes and confidentiality agreements.

Sample

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[EMPLOYER NAME]
EMPLOYEE EXIT INTERVIEW FORM

EMPLOYEE INFORMATION

Employee Name: [EMPLOYEE NAME] Title/Department: [JOB TITLE/DEPARTMENT]
Start Date With Company
: [MM/DD/YYYY] Separation Date: [MM/DD/YYYY]

EXIT INTERVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE

Please describe why you are leaving your position.
[DESCRIBE WHY EMPLOYEE IS LEAVING]

Was your job what you expected it to be? Yes No
If not, please explain: [EXPLAIN JOB EXPECTATIONS]

Do you feel you were placed in a position compatible with your skills? Yes No
If not, please explain: [EXPLAIN SKILL COMPATIBILITY]

Do you feel that there was a possibility for advancement? Yes No
If not, please explain: [EXPLAIN PREVENTION OF POSSIBILITY]

What were some challenges you faced in your position?
[DESCRIBE CHALLENGES]

What did you like about your position?
[DESCRIBE POSITIVE JOB ASPECTS]

What did you dislike about your position?
[DESCRIBE JOB DISLIKES]

Is there anything the company could have done differently to change your decision?
[DESCRIBE WHAT COMPANY COULD HAVE DONE]

Additional Comments:
[ADDITIONAL COMMENTS]

EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE

Employee Signature:                                                           Date:
Print Name: [EMPLOYEE NAME]