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Informational Interviews

Location: United States
Experience Type: Optional Elevate Experiences
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Complete 2 informational interviews (20-30 min each) with professionals in your field. 70% of jobs are never publicly posted – tap into the hidden job market.

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Informational Interviews

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Year: First-Year or Sophomore
Time: 2-4 hours total
Requirement: 2 interviews (20-30 min each)
Verification: Reflection summary for each

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Informational interviews are casual conversations with professionals in your field of interest. Learn about their career path, get insider advice, and build valuable connections. 70% of jobs are never publicly posted – this is one of the most effective ways to access the hidden job market!

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Networking Skills
Professional Communications
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Top 5 Questions to Ask

Career Path

How did you get started in this field?

Daily Work

What does a typical day look like?

Key Skills

What skills are most important for success?

Bonus tip: Always ask “Who else would you recommend I speak with?” – often leads to your next interview!

Illinois Tech Advantage: Our alumni are 3x more likely to respond to student outreach! Mention Illinois Tech in your request.

How to Complete

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2 professionals
2
Send
Outreach emails
3
Conduct
20-30 min calls
4
Submit
Reflection summaries

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