Resume Packet

CAREER CORRESPONDENCE AND APPLICATIONS 79

V EXHIBIT 6.1 Cover letter guidelines

Ryan H. Austin 1412 Illinois Avenue Lakewood, IN 46556

March 21, 2006

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Mr. Jerry P. Smith, Vice President Lakewood General Hospital 545 Weller Avenue Lakewood, IN 46556

Dear Mr. Smith:

In this paragraph, give the reason for the letter, name the specific position or type of employment for which you are applying, and mention how you learned about the opening (e.g., classified advertisement, college placement office, personal referral, Internet site). When you mention how you learned about the opening, give the name of the publication and its date, the name of the person referring you, or the name of the Internet site that promoted the opening and the date you saw the advertisement.

Indicate why you are interested in the position and company. It is recommended that you comment on something specific about the company here; this could be something you've read recently about the firm, their mission statement, or vision statement, or their reputation in the community. Also state what you believe you can do for the company, what contributions you can make. Be specific here and use examples whenever possible. If you are a recent graduate, talk about your degree and how you feel that it and your other experiences make you qualified for the position. If you are an experienced worker, point out your achievements or talents that make you a good candidate. You may include some ideas similar to ones found in your resume, but try not to use the same wording. Finally, at the appropriate spot in this paragraph, refer the reader to your enclosed resume, which further explains your qualifications and experience.

State your desire for an interview and your flexibility as to the time and place. Provide telephone numbers where you can be reached. Be assertive and active in closing the letter and tell the reader that you will follow up with a telephone call to arrange an interview time. Do not end the letter with a statement that you look forward to hearing from the reader. Control your job search and tell the reader when you will call and then do it!

Sincerely yours.

Rya.« łf. Austin Ryan H. Austin

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Ю CHAPTER 6

Sample cover letter.

James Herrman 423 29th Street, Atwater, OH 23489 614-555-4665 s [email protected]

July 29, 2005

Ms. Jennifer Kutkowski Senior Employment Specialist Apex Communication Company 1293 Indian Way Cleveland, OH 23478

Dear Ms. Kutkowski:

In response to your advertisement in the July 25th issue of Communications Monthly, I am applying for the position of network administrator. I welcome the opportunity to be a part of your growing communications company.

During the past several years, I developed excellent skills in network administration, working with our local television station, WZKB-TV. I have a broad knowledge of network operations as well as an understanding of the complexities of managing a system in a company such as yours. I was very excited to see your advertisement for someone with my skills. Your position is a perfect match with my career goals.

I have enclosed my resume for your review. I look forward to meeting with you so that we can further discuss your exciting opportunity and my related qualifications. You may reach me at the number above or [email protected]. In any case, I will contact you next week so that we may arrange a convenient time to discuss my qualifications.

Sincerely,

James Herrman

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