An informational interview is a meeting that you have arranged between you and a person that is currently working in the profession or position that you are considering. People currently working can give college students the best information for investigating a particular career field or position. The person you are interviewing could be a good contact after graduation. The goal of the informational interview is to give you an opportunity to gather data needed to make a career choice and also for job-hunting strategies for the future. Parents, friends, professors, or your career counselor could advise you on whom to interview.
Informational interviews are different from a job interview.
You should never go to an informational interview with the intention of talking about future employment for yourself. Remember this talk should be a low-stress event that is pleasant for both yourself and the person you are talking to. You should confirm before you graduate what your career in life will be. You need to make sure the career field you are pursuing is a good match of your interest, skills and needs. Above all you want to work in a career or job you will enjoy.