Drafting a cover letter and a resume as a college student can be somewhat of a challenge as your experience and education is likely to be varied at this point in your life.
Making sure that you highlight relevant experience; however, can be a good way to focus on qualities that make you suitable for the position.
In the sample college students cover letter below the applicant is applying for a summer internship position.|
Jeffrey
Baumgardner
3456 West Elm Street; Apt 12B Austin, TX 55555 555-555-1212 April 2, 2007 Mr. Harold Worth 2345 6th St. Austin, TX 55555 I am writing in regard to the student assistant position which you have advertised for this summer at the Campus Office. My unique blend of prior work experience and my status as a University of Texas science biology student in my sophomore year make me an ideal candidate for a summer internship. My current job as an assistant in the Biology Department has provided me with extensive office experience. During the past 6 months, my duties have included office responsibilities such as working with Power Point, Microsoft Word and Excel in order to assist in the preparation of department class presentations. I am confident that my excellent attention to detail, work ethic and respect for confidentiality would make me a top candidate for your student assistant position. I strongly believe that an internship with your company could prove to be mutually beneficial. Your company has an excellent reputation and I am confident that my combination of education, experience and motivation will make me an asset your team this summer. My resume is attached for your consideration. I will contact you within a week to arrange a meeting. Should you have any questions before that time, you may reach me at (555) 555-1212. Sincerely, Jeffrey Baumgardner Enclosure: resume |
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Conclude the letter stating that you will phone to arrange a meeting so you and the employer can meet in person while inviting the opportunity for the employer to contact you prior to that time.
This demonstrates confidence and initiative; both of which are attractive traits in a prospective intern.

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