Your Name

Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email

Date

Name of Contact
Position
Company
Address
City, State, and Zip Code

Dear [Name of Contact];

My name is [name] and I am taking up [degree] at [name of your college or university]. I saw the ad for
an internship/part-time job opening and I believe that I have the knowledge and work ethic that makes
me the most qualified person for the position.

I am a hardworking college student with a (number) GPA. [Include other honors and achievements,
including extracurricular activities and leadership skills as necessary].

As part of my learning experience outside the walls of the university, am ecstatic at the possibility of
learning under your guidance. I hope you will grant me this opportunity to do so, and schedule an
interview at your earliest convenience. You may call me at [phone number] at any time or communicate
with me via email at [email address].

Thank you for your time; I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,
[Your name and signature]