College of Charleston | Career Center | Career Mentor Network

SAMPLE LETTERS AND THANK YOU NOTES

SAMPLE LETTER TO CAREER MENTOR, Example #1

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am currently a sophomore majoring in Finance at the College of Charleston. I received your name from the Career Center's Career Mentor Network. After graduating, my goal is to apply the knowledge I have acquired from my degree, along with the experience I have gained in internships and research to obtain a position in investment banking.

Given your current position as Vice President of Goldman, Sachs, and Co., I am writing to request an informational interview with you. I am hoping to speak with you either in person, or on the phone. I would like to discuss your educational background and professional career experience at Goldman, Sachs, and Co. Particularly, I am interested in hearing about a typical day in your position, how your received this job, and any advice you have for someone entering the field.

I am available Monday through Friday, after 1 pm, and I am flexible to work around your availability. I can be reached at 843-953-0000, or sstudent@edisto.cofc.edu. Thank you in advance for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Susie Student

SAMPLE EMAIL TO CAREER MENTOR, Example #2

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am currently a junior at The College of Charleston majoring in Communication with a concentration in marketing. Last summer, I completed an internship that I greatly enjoyed at a marketing company in Charleston, SC.

I am writing to you because I found your name through the Career Mentor Network, and wanted to find out more about your position as Vice President at Fords Produce Company. I am interested in knowing more about your personal responsibilities when working with major worldwide businesses such as Target and Harvey Nichols UK.

Please let me know when the best time is to discuss in detail your position. I can be reached by phone or email at anytime. Please feel free to contact me at 843-555-1234 or sstudent@edisto.cofc.edu. I am looking forward to talking with you and possibly arranging a job shadowing day to learn more about the marketing and business world.

Sincerely,

Steve Student

SAMPLE THANK-YOU TO CAREER MENTOR

Dear Ms. Smith,

Thank-you for speaking with me today. Your insights and advice were truly helpful, and have confirmed my decision to gain more work experience in sales and public relations before applying to graduate school.

I will check the websites you recommended for job leads and have already contacted the SC Public Relations Society regarding membership.

I will touch base with you in a month to let you know about my progress. Thank you again for your time.

Sincerely,

Sean Student
College of Charleston, ‘06