Email Example #1

Dear Ms. Hawson,

Greetings! I am a CSU alum of the class of 2006 with a degree in English. I found your name on the CareerRAM Network and was wondering if we could set up a time to speak, on the phone or in person, for a half an hour about your work and career path.

I am exploring my options for work and am interested in finding out more about merchandising. Since graduation, I have worked as an account executive in advertising sales with Clear Channel Communication. While I greatly enjoy communicating with clients and developing advertising, I've found that sales is not the right fit for me. Any insight or advice you would be willing to give me about merchandising would be greatly appreciated.

I can be reached at this email or at 617-555-1234. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards,

Robert

Email Example #2:

Dear Mr. DeSoto,

As a senior at Colorado State University, I am currently exploring career options and am setting up informational interviews with CSU alumni in the finance field. I found your name on the CareerRAM Network, noticed that you were a Political Science major as I am, and wondered if you’d be willing to give me some information and advice regarding pursuing a career in finance.

Would it be possible for us to schedule a time to talk on the phone for 30-minutes? I’d be very grateful for any suggestions you might have. I can be reached at the email or at 802.555.9876.

Thank you for your time!

Sincerely,

Siovonne

Phone Examples

“Hello, Ms. Shaw. My name is Maria Fernandez. I’m a student at Colorado State University in the process of making some career decisions. Would you be willing to arrange a 30 minute meeting to discuss your career in international business?”

“Hello, Mr. Cooper. My name is Doug Gerrity and John Atwell recommended I contact you because of my interest in environmental education. I would like to gain some information and advice about pursuing a career in this area and I was wondering if we could set up a brief meeting at your convenience.”

“Hello, Dr. Parnell. My name is Carrie Tonga and I’m a recent graduate of CSU. My volunteer superviser suggested I contact you as I am interested in speaking with your about the job market for health care professionals in Seattle. I’ll be in Seattle the week of March 14 and was wondering if you would be able to meet with me then.”