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com Apr 03, 2006 Dept. of Human Resources Company Name Seattle, Washington Dear Sir or Madam: I am writing in reference to the advertisement for a Sr. Software Design Engineer posted on your web-site. I have enclosed my resume for your review. I would like the opportunity to meet and share more about my qualifications and the ways in which I can contribute to the (company name) team. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Amy Johnson Mary George 33 116th Street Seattle, WA 98990 Home: (888)-453-2322 e-mail: mary@yahoo.com Nov 12, 2005 Ms. Melissa Stephenson Recruiting Coordinator Freeman Consulting 602 Main Street, Suite 212 Dallas, TX 75202 Dear Ms. Stephenson:

I am writing in reference to your advertisement for a staff consultant as listed in the Southem Methodist University Career Center. I will be graduating in May 199X with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and I believe my qualifications to be consistent with those desired by your firm. Throughout my collegiate career, I have attempted to stay well-rounded combining academic excellence with leadership and work experience. By majoring in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Biomedical Engineering, I have been exposed to all facets of scientific and analytic disciplines from mathematics to circuit analysis to Fortran. Beginning with my appointment to the President's Developing Leadership for Tomorrow freshman year, I have chosen to actively participate and take on responsibility in community service and campus activities during my four years at SMU. I have also worked continuously while in college. I am currently working at MJ Skyline in Dallas, a technology management company, generating reports and updating their database. My previous work experience has provided me with a strong exposure to both corporate and technical environments and has taught me the importance of team work and open communication with clients and coworkers. I look forward to meeting with you on January 28 to further discuss my qualifications with you. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Mary George Enclosures Name Address City, State, Zip Code Phone Number Email Address Date Employer Contact Information (if you have it) Name Title Company

Address City, State, Zip Code Salutation Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name, (leave out if you don't have a contact) Body of Cover Letter The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up. First Paragraph The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the position you are applying for and where you found the job listing. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. Middle Paragraph(s) The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. Mention specifically how your qualifications match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting your resume, not repeating it. Final Paragraph Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include information on how you will follow-up. Complimentary Close Respectfully yours, Signature Handwritten Signature (for a mailed letter) Typed Signature