Informational Interview

What is an informational interview?

• A job interview

• A networking event

• A market research

Why do you have an informational interview?

• To gather information

• To get a job

• To make friends

Who is an informational interview for?

• College graduates

• Senior employees

• Any age group in the workplace

How long is more ideal for an informational interview?

• Less than 10 minutes

• About 25 minutes

• More than 60 minutes

Which topic is NOT appropriate to ask in an informational interview?

• Experience

• Relevant skills

• Current salary

According to the video, which one is NOT the positive points from having an informational interview?

• To get a clear idea about what a position is like

• To help a person to expand professional network

• To become close friends with the interviewees

Which ones are good questions to ask in an informational interview? (2 answers)

• Can you tell me a bit about your career path and what led you to the role you're in today?

• What does a work day look like for you?

• Can you tell me a bit about your salary in this company?

Which ones are good questions to ask in an informational interview? (2 answers)

• What do you wish you'd known when you were starting out in this career?

• Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

• What time do people get off the work in this office?

What are the things you need to do after having an informational interview? (2 answers)

• Write a thank you letter

• Buy a lottery tickets for the interviewee

• Stay in touch with the interviewee

Which statement is CORRECT?

• Informational interview is the same as job interview.

• Informational interview can allow you to connect people in your career field.

• Informational interview can help you get a good job.