PRDV102: Resume Writing

Watch this video, which explains what an informational interview is, how you should prepare, and how you should follow up (with a handwritten thank-you note). Someone offering to spend valuable time with you during an informational interview would probably appreciate your buying them coffee or lunch, if possible.

Informational interviews are an excellent strategy for building your network, especially if you are a recent college graduate. They can be more helpful for gaining interview experience because both parties feel less pressure – they are free to speak more openly about the industry, company, and position because there is no actual job offer or position opening. Informational interviews can provide a pathway to meeting professionals in the industry who know about open positions before they are approved or posted.