Informational interviewing has strategic value in your job search. The informational interview helps you at several levels:
- It is a resource for information on a particular position, industry, and/or company
- It assists you in making informed decisions about your interests and career goals
- It is a means to provide direction in your career search
- It provides you with an opportunity to practice presenting yourself to professionals in your prospective field (i.e., an opportunity to talk about your career goals, interests, and experiences)
- It is a great foundation for networking contacts that may lead to identifying and obtaining a job.