COMPANY: York Technical College
TYPE: Community College
LOCATION: Rock Hill, SC
TITLE: TRIO Student Counselor
EDUCATION: MEd in School Counseling from Winthrop University
INTREST: Jazz Music, Band, Instruments
WHAT DID I LEARN OVERALL FROM THIS INFORMATIONAL INTERVIEW?
The most poignant lesson I have learned from this interview is that one has to be ready for anything when doing these info interviews. I sent this person a letter and they called me out-of-the-blue and wanted to conduct the interview the same day. I had only a little bit of time in order to prepare. Thank goodness that I had his information with me so that I did not sound completely stupid about his background.
WHAT WERE THE POSITIVE’S AND NEGATIVE’S OF EACH INTERVIEWEE’S JOB?
His main focus is to provide the student with the tools s/he needs to achieve goals related to the school and their education. This goal, when it is achieved, is the most rewarding for this interviewee.
During the months of July & August, are a counselor's busiest time because of the admission process. Because of the fast pace, a counselor is unable to give the best care and attention to each client. This is the most negative period for a counselor.
COULD I HAVE DONE ANYTHING TO IMPROVE THIS INTERVIEW?
An info interview is supposed to last 20 - 30 min and the interview I had with this counselor lasted for an hour. I was too scared to say anything because I thought that it would be rude. I need to figure out a way to gently remind the interviewee without making them feel bad.
ASSUMING THAT I STILL WANT TO PURSUE MY ORIGINAL CAREER DIRECTION, WHAT IS MY STRATEGY FOR SEEKING A JOB IN THIS FIELD?
After this interview, I knew that this field is right for me. I really feel that continuing to conduct these interviews and keeping in touch with the individuals that are working within the field will be my best job strategy. Since I am working on a graduate degree I know that I can build a relationship over a two year period and hopefully someone will inform me of a position.
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