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Rubin Propel Scholarship Competition

Welcome to the Rubin Propel Scholarship Competition

Read the scenario below and then use Rubin Propel as you draft your message. Once you achieve a score of 85 or higher (out of 100), you will receive a Rubin Propel Email Etiquette Certificate. Submit your certificate here to be automatically entered to win one of two $1,000 scholarships. Good luck!

The competition runs through May 1, 2026, and we will announce the winners on May 15, 2026. Do NOT use AI writing tools to assist with your email.

Scenario for your email:

You attended your local Career & Technical Education Expo and had an engaging conversation with Ms. Jordan Lee, a hiring manager at NextStep Industries, a company known for hiring skilled professionals in your career area of interest.

Ms. Lee mentioned that NextStep Industries offers summer internship opportunities for motivated students who demonstrate strong technical skills, teamwork, and professionalism. She also noted that she helps review applications, so making a strong impression is important.

You want to send Ms. Lee a follow-up email after the event. In your email:

• Thank her for taking the time to speak with you and mention something specific you enjoyed learning about NextStep Industries.
  
• Mention one or two things that interest you most about a career in this area.
  
• Share three activities, experiences, or skills (for example: leadership roles, CTSO involvement, technical certifications, class projects, part-time jobs, volunteer work, or coursework).
  
• Explain how these experiences and skills make you a great fit for a summer internship at NextStep Industries.
  

Note: We understand this is a fictional scenario, and you may need to create realistic details, such as what the company does and what interests you about a company in that industry. That’s perfectly fine! The goal is to show how well you can write a professional follow-up email using Rubin Propel’s guidance.