When you're applying for jobs, make sure you list the job you are applying for in the Subject Line of your email message, so the employer is clear as to what job you are interested in.
When you're networking, use the Subject Line of your email to let the person you are contacting know what you are interested in and/or who referred you.
In all cases, the more specific you are, the more likely it is that your email message will be read.
Email Subject Line Examples
- Managing Director Position
- Job Code 1234: District Sales Manager - Your Name
- Communications Assistant Position - Your Name
- Application for Customer Service Job
- Social Media Expert Seeking New Opportunity
- Meeting Follow Up - Your Name
- Meeting Request - Your Name
- Referred by Name
- ABC College Informational Interview Request
Job Search Email Etiquette
Job search email etiquette including what to write in your job search emails, how to format your email, how to make sure your email message is read, and sample job search email messages.
