It’s the summer, you know you want a job, but sleep, Netflix, and basically anything else sounds so much better right now…. We get it!

The idea of an informational interview may seem like a waste of time. The person you’re meeting often won’t have a job opportunity for you to apply for, so why meet with them? But informational interviews are actually a great way to gain insight into the industry or the company you’re interested in. Here are some tips to make the most of your informational interviews.