Cover-Letter-Sample-1
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BUS 4100 W
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Communications
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Dec 19, 2024
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Bharat Brownbharatbrown@gmail.com | 123.456.7890| www.linkedin.com/in/bharat-brown Date (US Format mm/dd/yyyy)Address of Employer:Department NameStreet AddressCity, State, Zip Dear [Hiring Manager] [Mr./Ms if you know the name of the person]I am pleased to apply for the [insert position title] role at [Companyname], which I saw listed on [Handshake, LinkedIn, etc.]. If referred forthis position by someone else within the company or by someone whoknows the addressee, indicate that in the next sentence.I will soon begraduating with my master’s degree in [insert department/field] in[insert month and year of expected graduation] and am confident thatthe combination of my education and experience in X, Y and Z alignswith the mission of your organization. The last sentence in yourintroduction paragraph should be your thesis statementThe first body paragraph should discuss how the “X” in your thesis relatesto the position you are applying to. While working at company A, I wasthe team lead of... where I successfully implemented/performed/researched...give 1 example. The second part of the paragraph shoulddirectly relate the illustration to the current position.This experienceallowed me to work with a variety of different stakeholders by analyzingtheir proposed intellectual property, which is a skill paramount tosuccessfully execute the responsibilities of this position.The second and third body paragraphs should discuss the “Y” and “Z”,respectively. Also explain to how these experiences relate to this positionthat you are applying to.I am confident that my academic experience, in addition to my pastexperiences and intricately developed skill set, makes me a strongcandidate for [insert position title] role at [insert company name]. I ameager to contribute and collaborate with your [insert field] team todeliver exceptional outcomes. Thank you for your time and considerationand I look forward to hearing from you.Sincerely,[insert full name]COVER LETTER SAMPLEOther Cover Letteropening linesI am excited to apply for...I’m applying for X position...I am eager to pursue the role of..I am excited to submit myapplication for ....Other Thesis statementI am confident that my industryexperience in X and Y,combined with my lab/researchexperience in Z, makes me astrong candidate for this role.What is a THESIS STATEMENT?A Thesis Statement is astatement that lists 3-4 skillsthat are relevant to the roleyou are applying for. It showsthe reader that you haveexperience in the things theyare looking for. The ‘Body’ ofthe letter elaborates on thethesis.Use metrics and numberswherever possible.Always talk aboutexperiences that arerelevant and of interest tothe employerDo not focus on how thisexperience will benefityou, instead tell them howyou will bring value to theteam with your skills andexperiences.Strengthen your Cover Letter225 Dyer StreetProvidence, RImasters_careersupport@brown.eduDivision of Masters and Professional Programs
