If I used to work somewhere as an intern and now a few years later want to apply for a job, is it bad form to message the ACD who I was close to while working there to let them know I’m interested? I don’t want to come off like I want them to give me a job just because they know me, but I also wouldn’t mind getting my application to the top of the pile?

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Nope, do it.

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^This

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Why not? They can put in a good word for you and connect you to whoever is fielding new applicants. Personal references can make a difference:)

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Do it, many agencies will even give a small finders fee if a referral get hired so it's a win win.

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No not at all. That’s the whole purpose of building a professional network. Good luck.

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The work world is built on personal relationships. Everyone one of my jobs has come through someone I know vouching for me internally.

This is networking. Getting a job can sometimes be more about who you know than what you know. (More true in other industries, but still valid with us.)

Definitely reach out to your contact... and apply to the posting. Cover all bases!

There are hundreds of people applying for the same position who don’t know anyone at the company. Why not use this to your advantage? That person won’t be there forever either. Good luck!!!

I've gotten a job for doing that exact same thing.

Do it.

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