Ø      How did you become interested in the field?

Ø      What do you do on a typical day?

Ø      How did you prepare for your career?

Ø      What do you like best about your job?

Ø      What do you dislike about your job?

Ø      How easy/hard is it to get a job in this field?

Ø      What are related fields?

Ø      Are there opportunities for advancement in this career?

Ø      What is the average starting pay?

Ø      What qualifications and characteristics does a person need to be successful in this field?

Ø      What kinds of subjects should I take (or be good at) to prepare for this job?

Ø      What is the best educational path for someone wanting to get into your profession?

Ø      If someone has gotten the required education, what experience should they get to gain entry into your profession?

Ø      What can I be doing now on a volunteer basis or at a part-time job to get more knowledge about what it’s like to work in this field?

Ø      What advice do you have for someone entering this field?

Ø      Add any questions you think are relevant to your interests – Be creative!