“Dear Mr. / Ms. [Name],
My name is [Your Name], and I’m a student at [University Name] who found your contact
information via [LinkedIn / the alumni database]. I have had experience in [Industry Name]
during my [XX]-month internship at [Firm Name], and I am currently seeking an [Industry 2 Name]
internship in [City Name] next summer.
I see that you made a similar transition from another field into [Industry 2 Name], so I was hoping that
you might be willing to speak with me for a few minutes to discuss how you made this move
successfully.
Thanks, and I look forward to connecting with you soon.
Best regards,
[Your Name]”
Alternate Email Template for Informational Interview Requests with Alumni:
SUBJECT: [University Name] student – [Industry Abbreviation] Internships
"Dear Mr. / Ms. [Name],
I'm currently a [Year in School at School Name] / working at [Company Name], and I found your
contact information via [LinkedIn / the alumni database / a mutual friend]. I'm very interested in
pursuing [Career Path Name] and would love to get your input on how I can best position myself for the
industry.
I know you're busy, but if you have any spare time at all to advise a [student / young professional],
would it be possible to speak with you for a few minutes? I am available on [Propose 2-3 Dates and
Times].
I would be truly grateful for any advice you could offer.
Thanks,
[Your Name]"
Alternate Email Template 2 for Informational Interview Requests with Alumni:
SUBJECT: [University Name] Student – [Industry Abbreviation] Internships
“Dear Mr. / Ms. [Name],
My name is [Your Name], and I am a student at [University Name] majoring in [Major Name] with
previous internship experience in [Industry Names]. I found your contact information via LinkedIn.
I am very interested in the [Industry 2 Name] industry, and specifically [More Specific Subset of
Industry 2]. I know you are busy and place tremendous value on your time, but I would really appreciate
it if you had any availability for a brief informational interview next week.