Oh, do not be fooled by the excitement and drama in the TV shows you watch. CSI may give its audience a glimpse of the field of forensics but you can’t erase the fact that the show is still fiction. One advice if you find a career interesting, ask the professionals. They’re the ones who know the glamorous and the not-so-glamorous sides of their work. Here are some examples of questions that you can ask when interviewing a professional:

How did you get your job?
What are your main responsibilities?
What are the most frequent problems or issues do you have to deal with?
Can you describe a typical day in your job?
Is there room for growth?