Applied Study Term Internship Resume Sample (Page 4 of 4) in pdf

Your Name

Mailing Address • City State Zip

Telephone Number • Email Address

Date

Your Addressee’s Name, Professional Title

Company or Agency Name

Mailing Address

City State Zip

Dear Mr., or Ms., or Dr. Last Name,

First Paragraph Make the purpose of your letter clear. For example:

I am a student in the (name your program) program at the University of Illinois at Springfield. Through the Applied Study Office at

UIS, I have learned of the possibility of an internship in my area of study for the ________ semester. Enclosed is a resume

highlighting my coursework and field experience objectives.

Give the best reason why you should have the job.

Second Paragraph

Explain in detail your biggest claim on the internship. Relate this to your education, skills and volunteer or past internship

experience. Support yourself with facts. Be honest.

Third Paragraph

Explain all the rest of your skills that you could use to serve this organization. Group similar items together and arrange in a

logical relationship to each other.

Fourth Paragraph

State that you are looking forward to meeting them and are available for an interview as soon as possible.

“I will call you for an appointment to discuss an Applied Study opportunity.” (You could also use the words “internship

opportunity.”) Be sure to follow up that promise of a phone call. Wait two or three working days after you mail the resume and

letter. Show appreciation to the employer for considering your application, for granting you an interview, etc.

Sincerely,

Your Handwritten Signature

Your Typed Name

Enclosure: Resume

Express your appreciation after the interview with a hand-written note.

Dear Mr. Walker,

I want to thank you very much for interviewing me yesterday for the internship at the XYZ

Company. I enjoyed meeting with you and learning more about your products. My enthusiasm for

the internship was strengthened as a result of the interview. I think my education and skills fit

nicely with your requirements and I am sure I could make a significant contribution to the company

during an internship. You provide the kind of opportunity I seek. Please feel free to contact me at

217-206-5555 or ssang01s@uis.edu if I can provide you with any additional information.

Again, thank you for the interview and your consideration.

Sincerely,

Samantha Sangamon

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