Your elevator pitch is a short, personal selling statement. It should be brief enough to use while riding in an
elevator with the person next to you, when meeting employers at career fairs, and as the foundation for cover
letters and email introductions. Think of it as a quick way to introduce yourself. Develop and practice it, and
you’ll never have to worry about “what am I going to say?”
What to Include in Your Elevator Speech
• Full name
• Year in school
• Major(s), minors, collaterals, etc.
• Specific goal/career interest - this will allow whomever
to help you, or possibly connect you to someone who
can.
• How you have demonstrated your interest and
experience in the field - use examples of things you have
already completed. Don't just say "I have always wanted
to work in Human Resources," but rather "I have taken
psychology and business classes and gained leadership
skills through office positions in clubs".
• Your qualifications - talk about your leadership and
work experience, achievements, expertise, skills and
strengths.
• A question or request for assistance:
o I would be interested in shadowing a
____________.
o Could you recommend anyone for me to contact so
I could do so?
o I am currently applying for internships/summer-
jobs/full-time jobs. Do you have advice for my
applications or any interviewing tips?
o I would love to learn more about what you think of
my resume.
Example Elevator Speech
Hello, my name is Charlie Kohawk
and I am completing a degree in
Psychology at Coe College with a
minor in Neuroscience. I am
currently a junior and expect to
graduate in the spring of next year.
I am interested in a career in
Management in the field of Human
Resources.
At Coe, I am involved in Student
Council and Peer Advising. This has
helped me develop skills in
leadership and teamwork.
I have also had an internship
position as a Human Resources
intern with a local company and
discovered that I really enjoy
creating events and coordinating
activities for employees.
I would be interested in job
shadowing at your company. Could
you recommend someone for me to
contact?
Introducing Yourself: 30-Second Elevator Speech
