Introduce yourself and ask permission to interview the person and use it for this report.

Follow your interview questions (your own, or use the suggestions below) and carefully write down the information.

Get a photograph of the person, or maybe one of you and the person together. Digital photos are great. Or send a regular photo and we will scan it.

Write up the interview. Write an introductory paragraph in which you explain why you chose this person and what interested you about them. Next write a summary of the information from the interview questions.

Submit your report for publishing on these web pages.

Suggested questions for an informational interview

General

1. What is your job title?
2. What do you do at your job?
3. What are your duties during a typical work day?
4. What do you like about your occupation?

Personal

1. Where were you born and where did you grow up?
2. Where did you go for your education?
3. How many years have you worked in your field?
4. In your opinion, what kind of a person would enjoy your occupation?
5. What type of person do you feel that would not be satisfied in your occupation?
6. Could you describe work you have done in your field or a particular contribution you have made that you are proud of?
7. Have you received any awards or honors for your work?
8. Is there anything else you would like to tell me about your accomplishments?

Preparation

1. What background preparation is required to work in your occupation?

Opportunity/Advise

1. Are there opportunities for jobs in your field or will there be in the future?
2. What advise would you give someone coming into a job like yours?

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