January 15, 2014 Ms. Jane Williams, Process Engineer Bio-Logistics 1534 Main Street, Suite 200 Philadelphia, PA 19010 Dear Ms. Williams, Dr. James Anthony, Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University, suggested that I get in touch with you. Dr. Anthony is my academic adviser and he thought that you would be an excellent contact to assist me with a career decision. As a Materials Science and Engineering undergraduate student, I am still exploring which career path to pursue. At this point, I am considering the possibilities of working in ceramics, metallurgy, or polymers. I would like to get your advice on the long-term career implications of these paths, as well as a better understanding of the daily routine that an engineer with a Materials Science and Engineering degree might follow in your workplace. I will contact you by phone next week to arrange a brief meeting at your convenience. Thank you for considering my request. Sincerely, Matthew J. Evans mje22298@psu.edu