Situation:

Cold emailing is the process of sending an unsolicited email to a potential employer or hiring manager in an attempt to inquire about job opportunities or to ask for an informational interview.

Cold emailing can be an important tool in the job search, especially if you are having trouble finding job openings through traditional channels or if you are interested in a company that is not actively hiring.

Reasons why cold emailing can be effective in the job search:

• It allows you to reach out to companies or individuals who may not be advertising job openings.
• It gives you an opportunity to introduce yourself and explain why you are interested in the company or the industry.
• It allows you to demonstrate your skills and experience and make a case for why you would be a good fit for the company.
• It can help you build relationships and make connections in your field, which can lead to job opportunities or informational interviews.

Template 1:

Subject: [Company’s Industry] Enthusiast Excited and Intrigued by [Company]

Hi [Recruiter/Employee],

My name is [Name] and I am [Student/Occupation] at [University/Company]. I am really interested in [Company] and [Something specific about the Company: values, product, etc.] Below are a few sentences describing my skills and passions. Additionally, I have attached my resume to this email. I would love to connect and learn more about [Company].

About Me:

• Sentence 1 About Me
• Sentence 2 About Me
• Sentence 3 About Me

[If Already Applied for an Opening Use this]

I recently finished the applied for the [Position] and have constantly been thinking about my day one impact.

I would love to hop on a call with you or another team member at [Company] to expand on my experiences and learn more about opportunities with [Company].

Thank you,   [Name]