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The following is the a sample cover letter you would use when applying to go to graduate school.

John Doe
1234 Broad Street
Small Town, IL 23456

January 1, 2009

Office of Admissions
School of Management
Ivy League University
123 Main Street
New England, CT 12345

To Members of the Admissions Committee -

This letter expresses my interest in applying fo admission to the School of Management's Fall 2003 MBA Program. I had the pleasure of interviewing with your alumnus, Mr. Baron Von Eidelhofen, a meeting that solidified my decision.

After comprehensive research into your program, I was pleased with your educational policies and the culturally diverse environment in which I can learn much from both professors and students of many nations.

The enclosed resume provides my inclusive and accomplished background, including:

• Seven years of experience in international banking
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Fluency and solid communication capabilities in English, French, and Italian
• Inspirational leadership in a cross-cultural environment in France and Italy

I will be visiting West Coast University during the second week of February to audit classes and interact with the students. Should you require additional information, I can be reached at the number above.

Sincerely,

John Doe

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Posted by Candice Arnold on June 26, 2008 at 11:17 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Below is a sample cover letter a candidate might use when applying for any entry-level position. Of course, he would specify the position in a real cover letter.

John Doe
1234 Broad Street
Small Town, IL 23456

January 1, 2009

Joe Smith
Human Resources Manager
Restaurant Company
123 South Beach Rd.
Miami, FL 12345

Dear Mr. Smith -

I am writing to apply for an entry level position with your company in the Accounting/Business area. My experience in accounting and the additional skills that I have obtained will make me an asset to your team. I have strong experience in payroll administration, accounts payable, journal entries, and contracts administration. I am thrilled to know that your industries work is related to my interests.

As indicated in my resume, I have graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Big State University. During the last three years, I have had the opportunity to work in many areas of accounting, and I really believe that this experience has prepared me for the industry.

I am very interested in an opportunity and would enjoy meeting you to discuss possible positions. I believe that my previous experiences will make me an asset to your company.

Sincerely,

John Doe

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Posted by Candice Arnold on June 25, 2008 at 11:20 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Remember that your cover letter is your personal representative. It reflects your character, your attention to detail, your communication skills, your interest, and your intelligence. An employer will decide whether or not you will be interviewed based on your resume AND cover letter.

First Paragraph – Introduction

The first paragraph should clearly identify the job you are applying for and how you heard about it. Be sure to include any competition or job number. Indicate that you have attached your resume with the cover letter for their review. This paragraph should be brief; no more than two to three sentences.

Example paragraph:

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Posted by GradResumes.com on July 6, 2006 at 3:08 AM | Leave a Comment (0)

Here's a question I hear regularly, especially in this economy -- "There's a company I want to work for that's not advertising any job openings. What kind of cover letter can I write and send to them?"

The good news is, you don't have to wait for a company to advertise openings before applying to them. In fact, simply identifying a target company puts you ahead of most job seekers, who only know that they want a job ... and not much else.

Use this to your advantage.

Start by defining what you want to do for your desired company. What department do you want to work in? Sales? Information Systems? Customer Service?

Next, find out the name of the person you'd be working for. You can look through the company's Web site for organizational charts, often found under "About Us" or a similar link. Or, just pick up the phone and call to get that manager's name.

Once you have the name of your potential boss, it's time to write your cover letter.

The more customized and specific your letter is, the better. Be sure to research the firm and learn as much as possible about THEIR problems, which are YOUR opportunities. This will help you propose solutions that make employers sit up and take notice.

Here's an sample cover letter for the position of Customer Service Manager, sent unsolicited to a targeted employer.

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Dear Mr. Jenkins,

How often have breakdowns in your customer service resulted in lost business and costly headaches?

I can help you.

I've been following your firm, Best Electronics, for some time. As you will see from my enclosed resume, I know how to manage teams of customer service reps for maximum productivity.

My experience has shown me how to train and motivate staff to identify and meet the needs of even the most demanding customers. This will greatly increase loyalty among your RU-233 customers in particular, given the fact that your competitor, Spiffy Systems, has recently introduced a lower-priced, similar product.

Because you will undoubtedly need expertise of this kind, I hope you will be able to take my call next Tuesday at 10:00 to discuss your needs and how I might benefit Best Electronics.

Sincerely,

I.M. Hipp

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Print your prospecting cover letters on plain white typing paper. Sign at the bottom, neatly. Then, mail them and follow up by phone, email or fax. That's it.

Best of luck to you!

Posted by Guaranteed Resumes on May 26, 2006 at 5:52 PM | Leave a Comment (0)