Cover Letter Sample in Response to a Newspaper Ad

Jennifer Tilly
2150 Orange Grove
New York, NY 55555
(555) 555-5555
February 20, 2005

Mr. John Smythe
Director
Icon Management
5854 Tombon Road
New York, NY 55555

Dear Mr. Smythe

I am writing to you with regards to your advertisement, February 19th, in the Washington Post, for a Sales Assistant, specializing in Public Relations and Marketing. As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and qualifications match this position's requirements.

I especially would like to point out at this time that I graduated from the renowned Brown’s Public Relations College and I have a history of exemplary service in the field of Marketing and Advertising. I have had the very good fortune of working side-by-side with seasoned PR representatives, this past 5 years.

During my stay with DeClerc Advertising, I added 30 new clients to their already impressive roster and I was quickly promoted through the ranks all within my first year.

I look forward to the opportunity to speak with you and I will call you within the next three days to arrange an interview that will be convenient for you.
Sincerely, 

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Cover Letter Sample to Request a Position

Jennifer Tilly
2150 Orange Grove
New York, NY 55555
(555) 555-5555
February 20, 2005

Mr. John Smythe
Director
Icon Management
5854 Tombon Road
New York, NY 55555

Dear Mr. Smythe

I am submitting this letter in interest of the position of Director of Nursing Services.

Please accept a copy of my enclosed resume for your review. I am familiar with the important role your Center plays within the community and I believe that my combination of Nursing and practical experience will bring a very significant contribution to the Center.

In my current role as lead Nurse, I am responsible for coordinating a very busy midnight shift.  This has fine-tuned my administrative skill-set, as well as my leadership skills in nursing.  I am a team player, with intuitive leadership ability and I have mastered working in a high-pressure, team environment.

I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my potential contributions to your company with you. Please contact me at your earliest convenience, at: (555) 555-5555, M - F, 8 - 5pm.

I look forward to your reply.

Sincerely, 

Enclosure (this is your resume)

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