<p>I am currently a high school senior looking for an internship in finance. I want to intern at some local banks, and already have a cover letter, but don't know how to go about contacting them (unsolicited). Should I send it to their general corporate headquarters, contact the head of HR, or contact directly the head of the department that I want to work for? Thanks for your time.</p>
<p>You should contact the head of the department you want to work for. If you apply through human resources your resume will just get thrown in the trash, because you are still in high school. Contacting the head of the department shows initiative, and is your best bet towards getting a summer internship after your high school career.</p>
<p>Alright thanks. I'll try that.</p>