If you are interested in one of these positions, you can explore this type of work by seeking part-time work during vacations and summer periods, especially the rush holiday periods when many more jobs become available. Related jobs such as store or office clerk, stock clerk, shipping clerk, or others that require sorting and distributing materials or dealing with the public, might also be beneficial when looking for a position in this area.
Talk with a postal clerk about his or her career. Ask your school counselor to help arrange an interview. Suggested interview questions include: What made you want to enter this career? What type of tools and equipment do you use to do your work? What do you like most and least about your job? How did you train for this field? What are some key skills for success? What advice would you give to young people about preparing for the field and being successful on the job? How will advances in technology change the field? You can also visit a post office to observe clerks at work.