Talk to People. Unlock Your Career.
Informational interviews are one of the fastest ways to explore careers, build connections, and uncover opportunities.
An informational interview is a short, low-pressure conversation with someone in a role or industry you’re curious about.
Most professionals are happy to share their experience—you just have to ask.
Conversations Drive Opportunities
85% of jobs are filled through networking.
Job Offers
Candidates who network are significantly more likely to receive job offers.
Career Clarity
70% of professionals say informational interviews helped clarify their career path.
Start Here: Copy & Paste Message
Hi [Name], I’m currently exploring careers in [field] and came across your experience at [company].
I’d love to learn more about your path—would you be open to a quick 15-minute chat? I’d really appreciate any insights you can share.
Informational Interviewing: Step-by-Step
- Understand the Value of Informational Interviews (WGU Big Interview)
- Learn about Informational vs. Job Interviews (LinkedIn Learning)
Please login with your WGU Credentials to access WGU Big Interview & LinkedIn Learning
Find Contacts: Reach out to people you know—like your instructors, friends, family, colleagues, and peers. You can also connect with WGU alumni, referrals, and employees at target companies.
WGU Connect
Ever wish your online university felt more like a real campus – full of connections, conversations, and shared experiences? Explore WGU Connect.
WGU Student & Alumni LinkedIn Group
Join this LinkedIn Group to connect with other WGU students and alumni.
WGU Handshake
Grow your network by connecting with WGU alumni, students, and employer partners.
Review these resources to learn more:
- Messaging Employers in Handshake (Handshake Article).
- Handshake Peer Messaging (Handshake YouTube, 3:05)
LinkedIn Alumni Tool
Gain career insights from WGU students and alumni—including data on where they work, what they studied, and their top skills.
- Watch this CPD video to learn more: How to Utilize the LinkedIn Alumni Tool (CPD YouTube, 6:04).
* Please login with your WGU Credentials to access WGU Big Interview
LinkedIn Email Outreach Template: Use this template to request informational interviews on LinkedIn
Watch
Review
- Take a look at the Informational Interview Questions blog post for a list of questions that you can ask.
- Follow Up After Your Informational Interview (Big Interview)
- Record, Analyze, Evaluate & Improve Results (LinkedIn Learning)
- Contact Referrals & Build Your Network (LinkedIn Learning)
