Also, the ASK members are not to be approached for jobs. They have agreed only to share their knowledge regarding employment opportunities in general. Be sure to indicate that you were referred through the ASK Directory. Some ASK volunteers have requested to be contacted through written correspondence. Your letter or e-mail should ask specific questions and should be free from grammatical or typing errors.
Phone Calls Many alumni request contact by phone because it takes less time than writing letters.
Also, be aware of calling different time zones. It's best to keep your questions open-ended. Below are suggested questions that you may consider asking when speaking to an ASK volunteer. Many of the questions listed for students may apply to alumni. Note Send a handwritten thank you note after you have contacted the ASK volunteer.