Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons: Co-ops & Careers Research Guide: Professional Communication

Introduction to Professional Communication

Crafting an email to employers, professors, and Institute staff can be challenging, especially due to the casual nature of current smart phone communication. Appropriate written communication is a critical part of portraying yourself to others, as it leaves a lasting impression on the reader.

How to Write a Productive Email
Start here for best practices and tips on writing professional emails at school and in the workplace.
Follow-up Thank You Email Samples
After an interview it is important to send a thank you email to the folks you met with. This follow-up allows you to reiterate your interest in the opportunity and can make an impact on the hiring team.
Application Follow-Up Email Sample
If you've submitted a co-op or job application but haven't heard back it's a good idea to follow-up. Check out this resource for tips on when and how to follow-up.

Library Recommendations

Get Along, Get It Done, Get Ahead by Geraldine E. Hynes; Gerald Fox
Call Number: eBook

ISBN: 9781631571312

Publication Date: 2015
Writing for the Workplace by Janet Mizrahi
Call Number: eBook

ISBN: 9781631572333

Publication Date: 2015

Website Recommendations

AAUW Work Smart & Start Smart: Salary Negotiation
Learn how to research your target salary, highlight your accomplishments and find the right words — and the confidence — to negotiate for better benefits and pay. Sign up for this free online workshop, which takes less than two hours to complete and can be done at your own pace.