**apologies fro cross-posting** **sent on behalf of a non-subscriber** The Faculty of Information Alumni Association Job Shadowing Committee would like to invite you to participate in the 2019 Job Shadowing program. How Does it Work? The program itself runs from February to August each year. The first step is to sign up to become a host by completing the form available here: https://ischool.utoronto.ca/alumni/job-shadowing/ Then, in February, students will attend an orientation session and be matched with you based on their interests and goals. Students will then reach out to you directly to arrange a date and time that is suitable for you both to meet. Why Job Shadowing? Becoming a job shadowing host allows you to meet with emerging professionals in the fields of information from our Faculty of Information. Previous hosts have found great value in sharing knowledge and providing learning opportunities to our students. Here is some of what they have had to say: “As a special and quite unique library, we are always happy to get the word out about what we do here. It's also very helpful for students to see what actual library work is like so they can best decide what stream they want to go into, and to be better prepared for eventual employment.” “By being a Job Shadowing Host, you are able to meet with a couple of new students in the field who might come with fresh eyes and questions to your team's perspective and outlook on your research/knowledge/information, etc. role within your firm. It is always interesting to hear other perspectives and questions.” “It is an excellent way to (re)connect with LIS students, learn about what they are learning in library school and what trends they see emerging. Such contacts can be useful when recruiting.” Next Steps We invite you to complete the registration form here: https://ischool.utoronto.ca/alumni/job-shadowing/ Following that, you will receive a confirmation message from a Faculty of Information or Faculty of Information Alumni Association representative. If you have any questions regarding this program, please contact [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> Thank you, FIAA Job Shadowing Committee ====================================