120 Lark Street
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Manager of Human Resources
Citadel Broadcasting Company
PO Box 414
Philadelphia PA 19104
To Whom it May Concern:
My name is Lisa Watson and I am interested in the Sales/Marketing
Consultant position. I have a BA in business and I have been very
involved in my campus’s Relay for Life. I feel your position is a perfect
fit to help me meet my career goals.
As you can see on my resume, I have the skills necessary for this
position, including science coursework and interpersonal skills. I also
am a quick learner and am willing to go the extra mile to get things
done.
I believe I am a good fit for your company. If you wish to schedule an
interview, please call me at (215) 777-5555.
Sincerely,
Philadelphia, PA 19144
September 10, 2015
Ms. Jennifer Smith
Title, XYZ Corporation
12 Company Address
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Dear Ms. Smith: (Do your absolute best to find the name of the hiring manager)
Bob Jones recommended that I contact you regarding the Merchandising Intern position at XYZ Corp. (Skip this
sentence if you do not have a connection to the organization.) I am a Fashion Merchandising and Management
student at Jefferson with experience at ABC Organization and leadership experience as the Secretary of the Fashion
Industry Association. I was excited to see your recent advertisement online for the Merchandising Intern position. As a
result of my research, I understand that XYZ Corp. does work in _____ area(s), which directly aligns with my interests.
My strong organizational and communication skills, coupled with my understanding of fashion trends, make me an
exceptional candidate for this position.
While working at ABC Organization I was responsible for assisting the owner with operations, sales and
merchandising. I maintained organized inventory control and order placement with suppliers resulting in storefront
efficiency. This experience allowed me to develop strong communication skills while directly interacting with
customers. I received positive feedback from both customers and my manager and was recognized by my employer
for my positive contributions to the team. Additionally, in my role as Secretary of the Fashion Industry Association, I
was responsible for taking notes during meetings and providing weekly updates to members.
In addition to working 20 hours per week I carried a full-time course load at Jefferson and maintained a strong
academic record, earning Dean’s List for two semesters. During this time I worked on _______ project in my _______
class where I _______. (This is where you can show knowledge of the company and connect it back to your
experience).
It is with great interest that I submit my resume for the position of Merchandising Intern and I would welcome the
opportunity to discuss my experiences in more detail during an interview. I can be reached at 215-999-9999 or at
first.last@youremail.com. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
(signature here)
Lisa Watson
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