Sample Cover Letter For A Resume (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

Cover Letter (when no current openings are known)

Briefly introduce yourself with a strong positive statement. Name the person who

referred you and why you are writing.

Indicate that you are exploring employment opportunities in your area of interest. State

you are interested in obtaining advice, information and suggestions. Be specific with

your reasons for wanting to meet with the employer. (You can enclose your resume or

take one to the meeting.)

State that you will call on a certain day to arrange a meeting at the employer’s

convenience.

Thank the employer for considering you, and mention you are looking forward to your

meeting.

Letter of Job Offer Acknowledgement

Acknowledge your receipt of and express appreciation for the job offer.

State your understanding of the terms of the offer (e.g. job title, salary, duties, work

hours, benefits, etc.).

Indicate the date you will notify them of your decision.

Letter of Thanks for an Interview

Express gratitude for the interviewer’s time, information related, and any other aspects

surrounding your interview (tour, lunch, etc.). If more than one interviewer was seen, ask

that your thanks be related to the others.

Relate your desire to pursue the next step in the hiring process and to receive an

employment offer. Recap your strongest qualifications for the position.

If the situation warrants, answer questions left unanswered during the interview. Ask

questions not asked during the interview. Mention you’re enclosing items the employer

requested.

Express a strong positive affirmation of your interest in the position, and state you will

call the employer if no word has been received by a specific date (allow a reasonable

time).

Letter of Inquiry of Application Status

Request status of your application.

Recap history of your application.

State why you need clarification of your application status.

Express thanks for the employer’s cooperation.

Letter Seeking additional Information

Indicate interest in the organization and their offer.

Ask for the specific information you need.

Express appreciation for the cooperation you receive.

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