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FIND USEFUL KEYWORDS

Complete the following on paper or in digital format.

Name two career fields you would consider pursuing. Then, research résumé keywords that employers in these fields
look for. To do so, enter the words “keyword,” “resume,” and a word or phrase related to the field (“chemical engineer-
ing,” “criminal justice,” etc.) into your favorite search engine. List at least five keywords for each field. Keep them on
hand for tailoring your résumé to a job in either one of these fields.

To set up an interview, call or email the person. Introduce yourself and make it
clear you are not looking for a job, just advice and support. Ask for 30 minutes of the
person’s time—find out when he or she is are available and then suggest a meeting by
phone, in the office, or at a coffee shop, whatever is most convenient. Ahead of time,
prepare a set of questions about things that matter to you. See Key 10.7 for a good list
of informational interview questions.

KEY 10.7 Ask questions like these during an informational interview.

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