As a new semester and new year commences, this Article of the Month equips you with the tools to start your job and internship searches! It encourages readers to be proactive in our searches and take the process into our own hands! The author details the steps of finding opportunities that aren’t always listed as well as how to draft the perfect cold email!
Here are are some key points the article mentions about the importance of cold emailing:
1. Sending cold emails is a form of networking. It can help connect you to professionals in the companies and sectors of your interest. It is also on your terms and allows you to start building relationships even if it does not directly lead you to a job right away!
2. Opportunities can be created where they don’t already exist. Even when positions may not be listed, expressing your passions could convince companies of your value and what an asset you could be as a part of their team!
3. “…Don’t just ask for something. Offer.” This article emphasizes the value of showing what you can bring to the table including your experiences and any ideas you may have to improve the company’s services. Cold-emailing gives you the unique opportunity to market yourself and your skills!
Most importantly, the article breaks down the 8 step-by-step essential components of writing an effective cold email. These steps detail who to email, how to grab your reader’s attention, and most of all, showcase your talents! For more information, check out the full article here!
In addition, if you are interested in learning how to market your Human Ecology, check out this resource made by our amazing Career Assistants!