Cold Email & Follow Up Templates for Students

How to reach out to strangers without sounding weird!

Cold emailing is one of the most underrated superpowers for students and young professionals. With the right approach, one good email can open doors to internships, jobs, mentorships, and insider advice you won’t find on Google.

👉This guide gives you everything you need:

• Proven Templates for common situations
• 7 Must-Haves every good cold email needs — from personalization to a clear CTA.
• Biggest Mistakes to Avoid (the “Cold Email Crimes” that make people hit delete).
• Practical Tips on how to find anyone’s email without being creepy.
• Follow-Up Rules so you don’t get ignored — and how to keep it human.
• Bonus: Includes ready-to-use follow-up email templates so you always know what to say next.

You’ll also get AskNiri tips throughout, showing you exactly how to sound professional yet approachable.

👉 Perfect for students who want to:

1. Connect with industry professionals
2. Secure internships and job opportunities
3. Build a real network (beyond career fairs and LinkedIn likes)

If you’ve ever thought “I don’t know what to say in a cold email” — this pack is your shortcut.

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