Here’s what I want you to do: Participate in an informational interview, then write and submit a reflection about what you learned in your experience.
Here’s how to do it: After setting an appointment and submitting your interview questions and receiving feedback or approval (see Informational Interview Appointment and Questions assignment), conduct your informational interview. (Remember the person you interview cannot be a friend or family member.)
Conduct Your Interview
Make a good impression by doing the following:
– Dress professionally for the informational interview and be on time.
-Be prepared and thank the individual for their time.
-Send a thank you note after the interview.
– Use professional paper, a plain notecard, or email. (Do not use a pretty card with flowers and such on it as a thank you note.)
Remember this person will become a part of your network.
Write up your Reflection
Your reflection should include the following:
1. Name and title of the person you interviewed.
2. Why you chose this particular person to interview.
3. Your Eight (8) questions (You don’t need to include the answers.)
4. Two hundred (200) word reflection on your interview experience, including:
What did you learn about this career or occupation from this experience?
Will this person be important to have in your network?
How did you prepare for the interview?
Will you use this process again?
Information Needed for Assignment:
-Name of person being interviewed: Mrs. Sandee Meade
-Type of Work and Organization: Associate Director at the Human Research Protections Program- BYU
-Date of Appointment: 10/25/2022 at 1:30 MST
-8 Interview Questions:
1. What are some examples of typical entry-level jobs in this field?
2. What are the hot issues in this field? What kinds of information do you need to keep up to date in order to stay on top of developments in your field?
3. How can I acquire the required skills for this role? Are there courses, or experiences which you would recommend?
4. What are the responsibilities in your job? What ratio of your time is spent on which responsibilities?
5. What kinds of problems do you deal with? What kinds of decisions do you make?
6. What other (if any) related types of work should I consider and research?
7. If you were to hire someone to work with you today, what factors would be most important in your hiring decision and why?
8. Can you suggest anyone else who might be a good resource to contact for additional information in this field?
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