Cold emailing - Why I want to work at the company

Can some of you post what you'd send in a cold email?

Im planning on sending my cover letter stating where i went to school, why I want to work at their company, and a summary of my relevant job experience.

I am seeking an internship, but I don't know what to ask them. I don't want to ask them for more info about their program....since most of that is online. How can I engage them?

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jesus fucking christ. if you can't write a cold email, you don't deserve a job.

"Look, you're my best friend, so don't take this the wrong way. In twenty years, if you're still livin' here, comin' over to my house to watch the Patriots games, still workin' construction, I'll fuckin' kill you. That's not a threat, that's a fact.
 
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kthxbai.

Exactly how preftigious if your hedge?

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Best Response

Mr. X,

By way of introduction my name is [your name]; I am a [your year in school] at [your school]. I am writing to you to inquire about internship opportunities. Although I welcome the opportunity to learn and grow my skills, I come to you with a solid understanding of the markets and finance, and the belief that I can immediately serve as a competent [analyst/associate/whatever]. I have top marks from [your school], a passion for finance and research, and the innate ability to communicate technical topics to all audiences. My goals are to surround myself with the best talent in the industry and to absorb as much knowledge as I can as I pave the way for what I hope to be a long and successful career. See attached for my resume and thank you for your consideration.

Very Truly Yours,

[Your name]

You can cut this down; it may be a little lengthy. I just started writing. Good luck.

 

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