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COVER
LETTER
Your Name
Your Present Address
City, State, Zip Code
Telephone number
Date of Writing
Employer’s Name
Title
Name of Organization
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr. Blank:
1
st
paragraph – Tell why you are writing; name the position, field, or the general
occupational area for which you wish to be considered. Tell how you heard of the
opening or organization – i.e. The Career Services Office, the name of the newspaper,
a personal contact, etc.
2
nd
paragraph – Refer the employer to your enclosed resume. State why you are a good
candidate for the position. Included in your statement can be information about related
experiences, such as full-time and part-time positions, summer jobs, internships,
independent studies, major projects or papers within classes. You can also mention
personal characteristics and specific course work as it relates to the position for which
you are applying. Tell why you are particularly interested in the position, department or
organization.
*Demonstrate that you have researched the organization and you
have an understanding of how you would fit within the organization
.
3
rd
paragraph – Close by reiterating your interest in the organization. Thank the
employer and mention your phone number and email address again.
Sincerely,
hand-written signature
Your typed name
Enclosure
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