Student & Alumni Informational Interview Virtual Event

Wednesday, May 13
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Hosted on Zoom (camera capabilities required)

Take part in this virtual event that will allow students to practice having a conversation with a business professional and gain insights into various industries, companies, and positions.

You will chat with one student at a time for 15 minutes (up to three times during the hour, depending on student attendance). You may be paired with a student who has similar career interests as yours, but this is not guaranteed. 

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Questions you might be asked:

• What has been your career path and how did you get into your current position?
• What do you do on a typical day?
• What are some various career paths in this field?
• What part of this job do you find most satisfying? What challenges you?
• What makes a person most marketable for positions in this field? What personal qualities or abilities are important to being successful in this job?
• What opportunities for advancement are there in this field and what is the current demand for people?
• In what ways is this field changing or growing? What issues are affecting the field, your position, or your organization?
• What special advice would you give someone entering this field?
• Which professional journals and organizations would help me learn more about this field?
• What suggestions do you have for me to enhance my background and/or resume?
• What are general salary ranges for positions in this field and/or type of position?
• How would you describe your organization’s culture?
• With what other individuals should I speak to gain additional information?