Text & chat prompt
Prepare for an informational interview
Prepare for an informational interview: a free, copy-paste prompt for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste the prompt and replace each [BRACKETED] field with your own details.
The prompt
I have a 20-minute call with [NAME AND ROLE] at [COMPANY] to learn about [FIELD OR ROLE]. Prepare: a two-sentence introduction of myself based on [MY BACKGROUND], eight thoughtful questions ordered from easy to deep, two questions that show I have done my research, and a polite closing that asks for one referral and how I can be useful to them.
Pro tip: Keep it to 20 minutes and end by asking who else you should speak with.
How to use this prompt
- Open ChatGPT and start a new chat.
- Paste the prompt.
- Replace each [BRACKETED] field with your real details and paste in your own text where asked.
- Reply with follow-ups such as "make it shorter" or "make it sound more like me".
Prompt at a glance
- Category
- Text & chat
- Works with
- ChatGPT · Gemini · Claude
- Length
- 61 words
- Fields to fill in
- NAME AND ROLE, COMPANY, FIELD OR ROLE, MY BACKGROUND
- Last updated
Frequently asked questions
Which AI tools work with this prompt?
It is written for ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude. Paste it into your preferred tool and adjust the wording if the result is off.
What do I need to fill in?
Replace these fields before you send it: NAME AND ROLE, COMPANY, FIELD OR ROLE, MY BACKGROUND. Each field shows an example in the prompt.
Should I paste private information into the prompt?
Only what the task needs. Remove names, contact details and other sensitive data before pasting a resume or document into any AI tool.
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