How to Follow Up on an Internship Application by Email
You applied for an internship and have not heard back. A well-timed follow-up shows initiative without being annoying. Here is how to check in professionally.
Professional Internship Follow-Up
RecommendedDear [Hiring Manager/Recruiter Name], I hope this email finds you well. I recently applied for the [Internship Title] position at [Company Name] on [date], and I wanted to follow up to express my continued interest. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to [specific team or project you researched]. My coursework in [relevant subject] and experience with [relevant skill] make me confident I could add value to the team. If you need any additional materials or have questions, I would be happy to provide them. Thank you for your time and consideration. Best regards, [Your Name] [Phone Number]
Subject Line
Following Up - [Internship Title] Application
Alternative Versions
More Direct Version
directDear [Hiring Manager], I applied for the [Internship Title] on [date] and wanted to confirm you received my application. I am very interested in the role. Please let me know if you need anything else. Best, [Your Name]
Warmer Version
warmHi [Hiring Manager], I hope your week is going well! I submitted my application for the [Internship] a couple of weeks ago and just wanted to check in. I have been following [Company Name]'s work on [something specific] and I am genuinely excited about the possibility of contributing. Let me know if there is anything else I can share! Warm regards, [Your Name]
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When to Use This
Send this when: - It has been 1-2 weeks since you applied - The posting did not specify "no follow-ups" - You want to stand out from other applicants - You have something specific to reference about the role
What Not to Say
Avoid: - Following up the day after you applied - Sending multiple follow-ups in the same week - Sounding entitled to a response - Writing a novel about why they should hire you - Calling the office instead of emailing