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Cover Letter Stating Career Objective, Training, and Referring to Company

Research
Sample #1
Date
Maxwell Jones
Ganco Engineering
4567 Main Street
Yokomo, IL 99999
Dear Mr. Jones:
Recently, I completed a cooperative experience with an engineering firm
in Northern California where I was given the responsibility of managing a
small project. I am looking for the opportunity to perform in this capacity
for Ganco Engineering. I believe my background and experience will
help me be an asset to your company in a very short time.
I have conducted survey and mapping assignments, participated in soil
mechanics and foundation formation, and performed preliminary
structural analysis and design for a grocery store. I was given the
responsibility of producing a general lay-out for a new transportation
system. I first surveyed the area, produced a traffic analysis and survey,
researched city rules and regulations for compliance, and wrote a twentyfive page report depicting the feasibility of building a new freeway offramp. My mathematical skills are excellent and I am very conscientious
about meeting deadlines and completing tasks unsupervised. If given
the opportunity to accomplish an assignment, I can develop a plan that
will meet the needs of the project.
I am very interested in becoming a part of this project after reading your
company brochure and an article in the Civil Engineering Journal about
your companys involvement in building a new mall in the area. I can be
reached at the address and phone number below. Ill be calling your
office within ten days to inquire on the status of my application. I look
forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,

Marilyn Appleton
12300 Hilltop Drive
Mantana, CA 99444
(919) 345-5566

Excellent explanation
of accomplishments
Company research is
impressive and helps
match student to the
position.
Student has taken a
proactive approach to
arranging an interview.

Cover Letter Stating Career Objective, Training, and Referring to Company


Research
Sample #2
Samantha Sellers
1231 Highland Avenue, Chico, CA 95928 - (530) 345-1212
ssellers@roanoke.net
February 19, 2006
Rick Reviewer
Manager, Recruiting and Training
A&D California Winery
2222 Vintner Road
Modesto, CA 94544
Dear Mr. Reviewer:
I am graduating in May 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Studies with an option in Organizational Communication from California
State University, Chico. I am interested in a sales position with your
company because A&D California Winery has established a worldwide
reputation in the wine industry and remains family-owned.
Growing up in an agricultural community has taught me the different
challenges a person faces when working in the industry. In addition, as a
senior at Chico State, I learned to deal with a variety of management and
sales challenges through courses in human resource management,
speech communication, interpersonal communication, and negotiation.
Along with my education, my experience as a sales coordinator for ABC
Farms has confirmed my interest and success in a sales career.
I understand A&D is dedicated to turning challenges into opportunities
and change into growth. This growth has resulted in a reputation for high
quality and strong customer relationships. This is the type of organization
where I am confident my skills and knowledge would be best suited.
Some of my skills and knowledge include:

Proven sales experience


Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Experience in the agricultural industry

Interpersonal communication skills

Strong public speaking skills

Although my resume provides a summary of my background and


experiences, I would like to meet with you in person to discuss any

Excellent explanation
of experience relevant
to the company and
position sought.

Company research
helps this applicant tie
her own skills to the
goals of the company.

Bulleted skills list allow


her to avoid repeated
use of "I" while
presenting transferable
skills in an attentiongrabbing manner.

available opportunities with A&D California Winery. I can be reached at


(530) 345-1212 or ssellers@roanoke.net. Thank you for your time and
consideration.
Sincerely,

Samanth Sellers

Cover Letter Answering an Advertisement


Sample # 3

Katie Kounsel
1261 Any Street, Chico, CA 95928 (530) 555-01212
kkouns@server.net

Cover Letter is designed


to match resume, an
eyecatching approach.

March 22, 2006

Aaron Smith
County of Yolo
Human Resources
625 Court St., Room 101
Woodland, CA 95695
Dear Mr. Smith:
In response to your county's advertisement regarding the social work
practitioner position, I am enclosing a resume for your review. In May of
this year I will have completed my Masters degree in Social Work
(MSW). Upon graduation, I would enjoy returning to Yolo County to work
with your team. I spent many of my childhood years in Woodland and I
feel connected to the area and the population.
I have extensive knowledge of human development and I have
experience working with children and families. I have worked
collaboratively with primary caregivers, school professionals, health care
professionals, and other counselors to create service plans, increase
family communication, and promote safety for children.
My current internship is with Butte County Behavioral Health (Chico
Community Counseling Center). This county position has provided a
clinical setting to perform individual, family, and group counseling. I am

Nice relationship of past


experience, both
personal and
professional to the
position.
Impressive list of skills
for the position and wellwritten transitions.
Did not request an
interview so purpose of
letter gets lost at the
end.

confident my knowledge of family systems, the DSM-IV mental health


diagnoses, and my understanding of state and local laws and regulations
would make me an excellent addition to your team.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,

Katie Kounsel
Enclosure: resume

Cover Letter Answering An Advertisement


Sample #4
Date
Mary Rider
Gottschalks
1122 Chalk Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
Dear Ms. Rider:
The World Review Newspaper is currently running your ad for a Junior
Accountant to service a small accounting department within Gottschalks.
You will find my background and experience directly applicable to your
accounting needs and I have enclosed my resume for your review.

No-nonsense style that


quickly takes reader to
the heart of the matter.

Over the years, I have developed and completed three (3) internships in
accounting departments in Northern and Southern California. In the last
internship, I developed an efficient accounting information system for a
small manufacturer. In order to develop this system, I performed a cost
analysis and constructed a budget using an IBM Mainframe and
Macintosh Personal Computer. In my first internship, I performed all
aspects of a major audit under extremely short deadlines. Basic
accounting principles come easy to me and I am extremely accurate in
all my transactions.

Excellent presentation
of work-related
experience. No mention
of communication skills,
however. Employers
consistently list
communication skills as
their highest need.

Please contact me at the address and phone number below. I look


forward to hearing from you. I am geographically mobile and am willing
to begin employment immediately.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,

Randy Ohlway
1123 Adway Ave.
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 555-1212

Cover Letter - Name Dropping


Sample #5
Date
Jay Jones
Area Manager
Heublein, Inc.
816 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 10
Alameda, CA. 94501
Dear Mr. Jones:
I have been encouraged by Jack Quick, Placement Officer at California
State University, Chico, to contact you concerning your opening for a
Sales Representative. After reviewing your company brochure, I am
confident that I can be an asset to your company and would appreciate
your reviewing the enclosed resume that depicts my sales characteristics
and skills.
Accepting challenges is the foundation of my life experiences and
something I do with confidence. You will find me a totally committed
individual with pride in being direct, spontaneous and communicative. I
can maintain records, perform numerical calculations with accuracy and I
need little direction to complete assigned tasks. These are the qualities
that make an excellent Sales Representative.
From past experiences and education, I have acquired persuasive
techniques that are needed to influence students, parents and customers
in making choices. My leadership skills are developed and have allowed
me to spontaneously interact with ethnic diverse populations and all age
groups. I am a motivator and organizer and these skills have enabled
me to effectively defuse problem situations with customers using tact,
thus creating a long-term client base. Teamwork is another skill I have
acquired and one I know is necessary for organizational cohesiveness.
Over the years, I have had to establish daily operational bases for
projects/programs and provide the direction to insure the progress and
deadline were met.
I will appreciate the opportunity to meet and further discuss my
qualifications and your sales position. I will be contacting your office to
follow up on this letter around the first week in August. Looking for

Name dropping can be


a very effective way of
getting attention to your
job application. The
person whose name
you drop doesn't have
to work for the company
as long as the reader
likes and respects the
person.
Really great discussion
of sales-related skills!
Nice proactive
approach to gaining an
interview, but be sure
you follow up when you
say you will. The ability
to follow through is one
of the most important
characteristics of a
successful sales
person.

forward to hearing from you. Thank you in advance for your


consideration.
Sincerely,
Martina Morelli
3433 Michelin Road
Chico, CA 95928
(916) 324-2020

Cover Letter Asking a Question


Sample #6
Date
Mr. Rolland Johnson
General Manager
KXYZ-FM
201 Monroe Drive
Arlington, TX 76028
Dear Mr. Johnson:
Are there any openings at KXYZ for an enthusiastic, young,
announcer/programmer? Jane Majors, Director of Programming, recently
discussed with me several experimental formats being planned at KXYZ,
particularly in the areas of singularly directed programming. This
scheduling concept is an exciting development with dramatic potential.

Great use of this format,


especially since it is
combined with effective
name dropping.

This programming format requires that individuals possess a strong radio


and television background. As a graduating senior in the
Telecommunications Department, my experience includes both radio and
television production and on-air programming. I have experience as an
announcer, programmer, disc jockey, sportscaster, news reporter and
news writer at KITU-FM and KTIS-AM. In addition, I hold an FCC thirdclass license with broadcast endorsement. My sense of responsibility
and conscientiousness are indicated by my honors.

Effective discussion of
skills and experience.

My enclosed resume reflects my experiences and accomplishments. I


am enthusiastic about your single-focus programming concept. The
opportunity to help implement this innovative idea would be an exciting
challenge for me. I will contact you during the week of October 12-16 to
arrange a mutually convenient time for us to meet and discuss
employment possibilities. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,

Upbeat, enthusiastic
style works well and it
guaranteed an
interview.

Frank Manners
6460 Straid St.
Orland, CA 95963
(916)324-4561

Cover Letter Canvassing or Market Letter


Sample #7
Date
Stockton City Chamber of Commerce
Ruth Manning, Director
1122 Rodney Avenue
Stockton, CA 95443
Dear Ms. Manning:
I am in the process of canvassing the community for a position that will
allow me to provide customer service and develop informational materials
for the general public. If your agency is currently looking for an individual
well versed in public contact who has a solid track record for compiling
promotional information, please review the enclosed resume.

Attracts immediate interest


because of skills
presentation.

Over the past 5 years, I have been giving public speeches, designing flyers
and brochures for agencies, and interacting with the general public. My
skills in customer service are excellent and I can handle customer
problems in a tactful manner. Youll find my communication skills well
above average and I have had the opportunity to interact with very diverse
populations and individuals of all ages. I can interview with business
clients to gather facts and put these facts into written materials; interpret
rules, regulations and policies; plus function positively as part of a team.
You can trust me to work unsupervised, meet deadlines, and develop
creative ideas that will make a difference in services rendered to the
general public.

Employers will like this


focus on customer service
and team work, and that
she addresses positive
work habits.

Working with the general public is my goal and your organization will
provide me with just the opportunity. I would like to request a personal
interview to further discuss my qualifications and your organization and the
services it provides. I can be reached at the address and phone below.
Sincerely,

Lana Sullivan
12445 Mountain Ridge Drive
Mountain Ridge, CA 95446
(916) 545-3998

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