Sample Resumes And Cover Letters Page 11

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SAMPLE STUDENT
(363) 777 – 7777
77 Hoggie Lane
77 Auntie Em Ct.
Kingsville, TX 78363
Home, TX 78787
March 17, 2014
PARTS   O F   A   C OVER   L ETTER  
Ms. Terry Guest
Director
Valero
P.O. Box 696000
San Antonio, TX 78269
Dear Ms. Guest:
First Paragraph: Your very first sentence should explain why you are writing including a job
title and where you saw the position. The rest of the first paragraph should create a personal
connection between you and the organization. Have you talked to employees? Tell them what
great things the people you have talked to say and why you want to be a part of the
organization! Check the Career section of their website and see what they say about themselves;
check the “About Us” section of their website; check recent news articles – find something that
clicks with you about this organization and speak to that.
 
2nd paragraph: The second paragraph should sell your skills and experience. As much as
possible you should tie these attributes to the employer’s needs as stated in the job description,
in an information session or uncovered through networking. Focus on what you can do for the
employer, not what the employer can do for you.
3rd paragraph: Closing. Indicate that you would like the opportunity to interview for a
position or to talk with the employer to learn more about their opportunities or hiring plans.
State what you will do to follow up, such as telephone the employer on a specific date and then
make sure you do! Thank the employer for her/his consideration.
 
Sincerely,
(Your handwritten signature on hard copy – if sending via email simply copy from “Dear Ms. Guest”
down to your name and omit all else.)
Your name typed

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