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Informational Interview Questions

 

Complete before the day of your informational interview

  • Student name
  • Informational interview date
  • Time
  • Occupation or profession being interviewed

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Ask your mentor on the day of your informational interview

  • What training did you receive, school, other jobs, apprenticeship, and similar?
  • What made you decide to enter this occupation or profession?
  • What is your work schedule, for example flexible hours or nights?
  • What are some things you enjoy about your career?
  • What are some things you do not enjoy about your career?
  • What do you think the employment outlook is for this occupation or profession?
  • What advice would you give someone who is considering this profession?
  • Approximately what is the starting pay or pay range for this occupation or profession?
  • Do you have any additional comments or suggestions for me?

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Content adapted from the district Informational Interview Questions handout