Should i call and ask why after a rejection??

I applied for off-cycle internship with a BB in the AM division and reached the telephone interview stage but got rejected. I spoke to a partner who connected me with the HR representative before my application and they encouraged me to apply. I received my rejection e-mail yesterday but I thought my telephone interview went ok.

Should I call and ask why I got rejected? Or should I email the MD and ask him if he possibly knowns why?

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This was for an alternative asset team which I did not have any experience in. But in terms of university and background, I would say that I am a fairly competitive candidate.

I have been in touch with the recruiter for the team and have just sent him an email asking for feedback. Would you recommend I email the MD and thank him for his support and ask if there are any opportunities in the future?

 
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Do it, you have got nothing to lose. In the call with HR, I learnt about my weaknesses and worked on them and got an offer my next AC.

 

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