Job shadowing offers a "quick view" into the world of work, where students get to observe first-hand about their career of choice.
Job shadowing could be considered an expanded form of an informational interview. Where an informational interview will typically last about one hour, job shadowing can be anywhere from a few hours, to a day, to a week, depending on what can be mutually agreed upon by the person you are observing.
If you are interested in job shadowing, check with your department to see if any shadowing networks have been set up or contact your Career Advisor at the Career Center.