Category: Cover Letters

7th July 2009

Dr. John White
Department Head, Languages Department
Duke University
Durham, NC 34921

Dear Dr. White:

I am writing to apply for the position as the assistant professor in Personality Psychology that you advertised in the July MLA Job Information List.

Attached herewith is a copy of my curriculum vitae. I am currently taking up my doctorate studies in Counseling Psychology in the Hampton University, and hopefully, I’ll finish my degree this school year. I am currently working as a research associate in the same university. I also have teaching background in Psychology as I have worked as a teaching mentor for new graduate students. This position is involved in methods of teaching composition, development of course topic and materials, and evaluation of students’ status in the university.

I have included a copy my resume and I would be delighted to send you additional supporting documents about my credential if you wish. I can send you a copy my study, thesis and dissertation, teaching evaluations and proposed syllabi for courses in Abnormal Psychology. I can meet you for an interview in your office or anywhere convenient to you any day and any time this week and the following week. You can call me at (515) 555-6293. Thank you for the consideration and I look forward to hearing from you and working for your university.

Sincerely,

Kath Eden

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7th July 2009

Mary Gold

Human Resources Manager

XYZ Company

Durham, NC 34921

Dear Ms Gold.

I am writing to apply for the position of Maintenance Engineer for Operations that was advertised in today’s ABC Times Newspaper. As you can see from the attached copy of my resume, I already worked as a Maintenance Engineer for a different company in Japan. They are manufacturing the same products that you do but it is only locally sold.

I graduated with a degree on Bachelor in Science – Mechanical Engineering from the Red University in Ohio. Prior to my work in Japan, I was an assistant Maintenance Engineer for two years for one of your competitors. If needed, I can send you supporting documents for my work credentials. I believe I have the knowledge, skills and values of a person who can be an asset for your company. I assure that I am going to work efficiently for your company.

I am available for interview any time that is convenient to you. You can call me at (515) 555- 9999. You can also reach me through email at jack.black@hotmail.com. I am looking forward to hear from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Jack Black

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07 July 2009

Myrna Dominic

Manager for Customer Relations

Doctors Pharmaceutical Company

385 North Highway

Illinois, Chicago 57974

Dear Ms. Dominic:

I would like to express my genuine interest to apply for the Customer Service Manager position you have posted in 333 Times Newspaper last Sunday. I am a highly skilled Customer Service Supervisor with significant knowledge and experience in rule implementation and people management for large-scale customer service operations. I have experience in actual face-to-face customer interactions during complaints and negotiations for the management.

Attached here is a copy of my resume. It includes a description of my prior customer service experiences from my previous works. My tenure from my past jobs proves my knowledge and skills in supervising people. My previous work as a Customer Service Head of NHT Malls developed key values for me to handle all the job specifications for this position.

I am looking for to have a personal interview with your company to further discuss my skills and competencies for the position. In case I get hired, rest assured that I will put my full commitment in achieving the company’s goals for improved customer service. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Andrea Angeles

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Date: Tues, 07 July 2009 16:52:23 -0700 (EDT)
from: May Gold (may_gold@verizon.com)
Subject: Application as Store Manager for Immediate Employment
To: John Scott (jscott@halley.com)

Dear Mr. Scott,

I read your job posting for the Store Manager position from JobsOnline.com with much interest. I can offer your Chain of Halley stores:

– Over ten years of retail management experience, with expertise on new stores opening

– Ability to effectively hire, train and manage staff for all aspect of customer service, logistics and basic accounting

– Knowledgeable in payroll management, scheduling, and inventory ad report

– Extensive knowledge and experience in handling visual standards and merchandising high-ticket items

In addition to my extensive store managing experience, I have excellent communication and social skills which are also vital for effective store management. My previous tenure shows that I work well even under pressure. I believe that my wide experience and skills make me a superior candidate for this position.

Attached is a copy of my resume for your review. It contains additional information about my background and qualifications for the position. In case, supporting documents will be needed, let me hear me from you. I am looking forward to hearing from you to arrange time for my interview.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

May Gold

may_gold@verizon.com

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July 07, 2009

Dr. Michael Bryant
Principal, Lion Heart Primary School
1205 Beulah Road
Vienna, VA 22182

Dear Dr. Bryant:

I sincerely enjoyed our conversation on the last Child Educational Convention. This letter is a response to the Second Grade Teacher position we discussed at the seminar. I will be completing my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education at Virginia College in August of 2009, and will be available for employment at that time.

The teacher preparation program at Virginia College taught and trained us in developing lesson plans on a wide range of topics in different levels of learning ability. We were also trained special interventions for emotionally and physically challenged students. I have practiced different classroom management techniques. I have also offered efficient assistance during in-service sessions for different academic subjects.

Through my educational curriculum in Virginia College, I have managed different classes from various areas which have different student needs and focus. Details on these are available in the attached copy of my curriculum vitae.

I look forward to putting my knowledge, skills and experience into practice in the public school system. I plan to call you on Monday to verify appointment for interview. I can be reached before then at (540) 555-0000. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,
(handwritten signature)
Jack Knids

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February 14, 2006

Ken Li

Human Resource Office Head

United Engineers Residential Company

New York, NY 10945

Dear Mr. Li:

Mr. Samuel Johnson informed me about the vacancy in your company. As a respond to it, I would like to express my interest to apply in the United Engineers Residential Company as a materials engineer.

In my past working experiences, I worked as an assistant engineer for two years. Later than that, I had a one-year experience in a geological firm in Los Angeles City as an on-the-job trainee. During my college years, I belonged to an active student organization of engineers where I played an active part in the engineering projects committee. I finished my undergraduate course with flying colors. In the mean time, I am a part-time student in masters in civil engineering.

It would be my pleasure to discuss with you how my past work and extracurricular activities will help in your company. I will be waiting for your response. Thank you and more powers.

Very truly yours,

Peter Haker

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June 10, 2009

Matt Laurence Evans

Human Resource Head

University of Atkinson

Gainesville, Fl 32607

(222) 999 9999

Dear Ms. Smith:

Being an outgoing person has helped me build connections with different people around the world. I have been an exchange student for two years in two different countries, specifically Japan and Australia. I also delivered speeches in several youth oriented programs and debate related seminars during my college years.

Now that I am in the real world, I am doing my best to fit in it. I saw your post in one of the weblogs I subscribed to weeks ago and this is a response to it. I would like to express my intent to apply for the Sociology instructor in the University of Atkinson. I am confident that my experiences would be great preparations for the teaching career.

Please consider my application by reviewing my attached resume and certificates. I am looking forward to your favorable response. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Sarah Park

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Date: 2 December 2001

James Cruz

West Corner Company

1111 Tucker Road

Gainesville, Fl 32607

(333) 999 9999

Dear Mr. Cruz:

I was looking for a retail position in the industry and your advertisement suddenly caught my attention. Therefore, I would like to express my eagerness to apply for the retail personnel manager in the West Corner Company. I know that many qualified sales persons like me are competing to apply for this position so I am writing this letter to you to express my sincerity to apply.

I have several years in working as sale personnel in different industries since I graduated college. Some positions I had in the past were retail salesperson, department manager, and assistant head of customer service. I also used to be an instructor in a university in the same field. If you would like to know more about me, it will be my pleasure if you set an interview with me. Please e-mail me at pjohnson@com.com and I will immediately respond.

I will be looking forward to your respond. Thank you and God bless.

Very truly yours,

Patrick Johnson

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June 12, 2009

Walter Finnegan

Electronic Library of the West

Gainesville, Fl 32607

(222) 999 9999

Dear Mr. Finnegan:

My friend Kylie Minstrel informed me about the vacant position available in your company. Therefore, I would like to express my eagerness to apply for the electronic library assistant in the Electronic Library of the West.

I am a fresh graduate of Bachelor of Library and Information Science Major in Information Technology last summer. I completed my internship program in the New York Library. Furthermore, I worked as a part time student assistant in our college library when I was still a student. I am now a licensed librarian and I am now legal to practice my profession.

Please consider my application by reviewing my attached resume and certificates. If you want to know more about me, please do not hesitate to call me for an interview. I am looking forward to your response. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Anna Summers

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To: Mr. Walter Smith

TRF Telecommunications Company

Date: April 11, 2009

Pages: 5

Fax #: 123-456-7890

Title: Jude Hilton’s Application for the E-library Assistant

Dear Mr. Smith:

My friend, Mr. James Boston, informed me about the vacancy in your company. Therefore, I would like to express my intent to apply for the e-library assistant in the TRF Telecommunications Company.

I am a fresh graduate of Bachelor of Information Technology last May. Prior to my graduation, I worked as a part time information specialist in a library in the university I belonged. I also had some part time jobs like on line English tutorial and student assistant in some libraries. With my on-the-job trainings, extracurricular activities, and part-time jobs, I will be ready for the jobs in your E-library.

Please review the resume and certificates enclosed with this letter. It will be my pleasure if you set an interview as soon as possible. I am looking forward to your response. Thank you and God bless.

Very truly yours,

Jude Hilton

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