Sample Professional Cover Letter Template printable pdf download

Sample Professional Cover Letter Template

COVER LETTER TEMPLATE

YOUR FIRST & LAST NAME

Your Street Address

Your City, State & Zip Code

your phone # / your email address

Date

Name of Contact (if contact name/title not available, address letter to Hiring Manager)

Title of Contact

Name of Company

Address of Company

City, State & Zip Code

Dear (Ms./Mr. last name of contact or Hiring Manager)

INTRODUCTION: State the position for which you are applying. Identify how you heard about the position

(e.g., NCC Center for Career Development). In one or two sentences introduce yourself and explain your

interest in the job and something about the company that attracts you (this will show your desire and

interest).

SELL YOURSELF (one or two paragraphs): Expand on why you are qualified for the position. Highlight two

or three major accomplishments that demonstrate your initiative, creativity, follow through,

communication skills, and problem solving capabilities. State the connection between the needs of the

position and your skill-set. Research the company/organization and its industry (this will further highlight

your level of interest and knowledge of the company/organization).

REQUEST AN INTERVIEW: Re-emphasize your interest in the position, politely thank the employer for

their time, and request an interview.

FINAL STATEMENT: One sentence on how you can be contacted.

Sincerely,

(Your Signature here)

Your First & Last Name

Sample Professional Cover Letter Template