How do I contact an Alumni?
To get in touch with a graduate, here are a few tips to follow:
TO DO
- Address and personalize your e-mail
- Check directory information
- Be precise in your request
- Always send a thank-you e-mail and keep your contact informed
- Send a reminder
- Use personal e-mail addresses.
TO DO
- Do not send e-mails to several people
- No 1st contact by telephone and no CVs
- Don't ask directly if the alumni's company has any internship, work-study or job offers.
- Avoid rushing to answer.
TO DO
- Hello Mr/Mrs XXX
- I'd like to introduce myself (last name, first name, class, ...)
- I talk about the graduate's experience
- I explain my approach
- I ask 2/3 clear questions
- Call to action
- I thank my contact
- Signature
- Contact details
