During information interviews two people exchange information with the goal of learning. Both parties are less stressed and more candid during information interviews than during employment interviews. Listed below are topics appropriate to raise during information interviews with fellow students, alumni, friends, business associates, etc. Prepare for these conversations by reading as much as you can about the industry, job, or company you wish to discuss. Determine what questions you most want answered.
Most people love to talk about themselves - their careers, their jobs, their employers.
Take advantage of this energy and expertise. At the same time, be respectful of a person's time. If you are well organized, you can cover a lot of material in that time. Individuals will often give you more time once you get started.