INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEWS — WHAT TO ASK?
- How did you become interested in this career field?
- How did you get started?
- What training or education did you have?
- Where did you attend school?
- What advice would you give to a person interested in this field?
- In your opinion, what are the current career opportunities for someone with my qualifications in the industry?
- What are the basic requirements for an entry-level position in the industry?
- What are the entry-level / mid-level / experienced employment prospects for liberal arts graduates in your geographic area? Where are the best employment prospects?
- What are your major job responsibilities?
- What does a typical day in your position include?
- What do you like most about your work?
- What do you like least?
- What is your schedule like?
- How has your job impacted your personal lifestyle?
- What skills do you use most often?
- What personality characteristics are important for your job?
- How is your performance evaluated?
- What are the major frustrations, problems, and difficulties?
- If you could do things over again, would you choose the same path? If not, what would you change?
- What promotion opportunities are available in your live of work?
- What do you see in the future for this line of work?
- How would you describe to culture or personality of your organization?
- What kind of work/internship/volunteer experience do employers most look for?
- Which skills do employers most look for? What types of technology are used, and how are they used?
- How might I identify opportunities to gain these experiences and skills?
- What are the important "buzz words" to include in a resume or cover letter when job hunting in this field?
- What other kinds of workers do you frequently interact with?
- Is there a typical chain of command in this field?
- What are some related occupations?
- What do you know now that you wish you knew when you were in my shoes?
- Is there anything else I should have asked you?
- Who else would be a good contact about this field?