The Cover Letter (Page 3 of 7) in pdf

I have noticed on your company website that you are seeking dynamic individuals who can

adapt quickly to new working environments. I believe that my background would make me well

suited to a position in (name of company).

I am majoring in International Affairs at The American University of Paris. Working at (name of

organization) would allow me to continue developing my business skills in a large international

organization.

As my resume indicates, I have been developing my accounting skills through summer jobs in

the ________ Hotel in (location), and my interpersonal skills as part-time receptionist in the

Admissions office of The American University of Paris. In my recent position as assistant in

(name of company) in Paris, one of my responsibilities was translating business correspondence

from French and Spanish into English.

Third paragraph

In the closing paragraph, bring the focus back to the employer and why you believe there is a

good fit between you and the position you are applying for. Then make reference to your

availability for a personal interview and how you can be reached. For instance, you may state

that on a certain date you will be in the city where the company is located and would be

interested in scheduling an interview if possible. You can mention that you look forward to

hearing from them.

Sample sentences:

I believe that my profile and aspirations make me a good match for a dynamic, global corporation

such as XXXX. I am available for full-time work from June 1 to August 31. I can be reached by

email (.....) or by phone (.....).

I look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you for your

consideration.

Given my international background, experience in fashion sales, and strong language skills, I am

confident that I would make an excellent addition to your marketing team. I am available to visit

(location) for an interview at my own expense. I would appreciate the chance to meet with you to

discuss what I could bring to your company.

XXX is of particular interest to me because of its innovative approach and strong international

presence. I would very much like to schedule an interview to discuss my qualifications for the

position in more detail. I can be contacted at …

XXX’s position as a global leader in enterprise search and management solutions makes it of

particular appeal to me, combining my strong interest in business and information technology. I

would be happy to discuss my experience and training in a meeting with you with a view towards

a potential internship. If I may provide you with additional information, please contact me at ...

Sample letter

On the following page you will find a sample letter which takes a different approach, but still

includes the basic parts of the letter as outlined above.

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