I want to send my application to an alum and ask him to forward to the recruiter. How do I phrase the email without being too aggressive?
We've met once for coffee and he was pretty helpful in telling me about the firm and what they look for in candidates.
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Re: How to phrase email
"Hey Mr Partner:
I hope your summer is going well. I am currently in the process of looking for a 2016 summer associate position, and after our conversation, I feel that I would be a good fit at your firm. If possible, could you please forward my resume to the firm's hiring comittee/person/partner/whatever"
Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Best regards,
2L Law student "
I hope your summer is going well. I am currently in the process of looking for a 2016 summer associate position, and after our conversation, I feel that I would be a good fit at your firm. If possible, could you please forward my resume to the firm's hiring comittee/person/partner/whatever"
Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Best regards,
2L Law student "
