The authors of these cover letters clearly state how their abilities and interests match the available openings. Do you feel their replies would survive the first cut by a designated resume screener?
DANA HERMAN
202 Rolling Hills Lane
Green Bay, Wisconsin 54301
414-687-3345
February 12, 199X
Ruth Scholl
Universe Oaks, A Psychiatric Hospital
7808 Fields Drive
Tampa, FL 33607
Dear Ms. Scholl:
Having read your brochure, I was most impressed by your programs, particularly ROPES and Youth Directions. I feel with my background and dedication, I would be an asset to your treatment center. When your ad appeared in last week's paper, I decided to apply.
I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin with a B.S. in Family Studies. Both my activities on campus: Panhellenic Rush Counselor, APEX, Eating Advocacy Team, Assistant Pledge Trainer and Standards Board member, and my required courses: in relationships, counseling techniques, psychology and drug abuse, have given me some experience to fulfill the positions of Mental Health Worker or Mental Health Specialist. In addition, I am currently training with Contact Green Bay to volunteer for their crisis intervention hot line.
I have enclosed a copy of my resume to supply additional information. I feel these credentials make me a strong candidate for these positions. I look forward to getting together with you for an interview soon.
Sincerely,
Dana Herman
JAMES B. HENRY
312 SHORECREST DRIVE
EULESS, TX 76039
September 2, 199X
Mr. Edward G. Smith
Digital Matrix Systems
2302 North Stemmons Freeway
Suite 2100
Dallas, TX 75245
Dear Mr. Smith:
As you recently said to Diana Kunde of the Dallas Morning News, "Quality control and safety will be of critical importance as DMS seeks to maintain a competitive edge at home and abroad." I saw your ad in the paper and I decided to reply.
With 19 years of work experience in quality control, safety and management, I can offer your company a unique and valuable set of skills. I received the highest performance rating from my employer, reserved exclusively for employees who save the company at least $150,000 per year through quality control and other cost-reducing methods.
I am confident I can make a big difference in helping your organization work safely as well as maintain its quality edge over competitors. I will call you in the near future to explore our mutual interests and arrange for a meeting convenient to your schedule.
Sincerely,
James B. Henry
Ms. Shannon P. Moore
115 Red Oak Trail Drive
Oak Leaf, TX 75154-3617
214-617-0570
February 9, 199X
John Eldon
Manager, Human Resources
HDI
1919 South Shiloh Road, LB13
Garland, TX 75042
Dear Mr. Eldon:
Please accept this letter and resume for the position of trainer/facilitator with HDI. They are in response to your newspaper advertisement.
You require:
Excellent interactive training skills
Highly skilled in group facilitation
Dynamic, expressive, enthusiastic personality
8-12 years' experience in corporate training and facilitation
BA, Master's preferred
I offer:
A well used, excellent combination of counseling, education, business skills emphasizing experiential participation. Over 15 years in counseling, training, and teaching: very effectively using diverse, potent facilitation/processing skills.
Yes! I'm an energetic, personable, articulate, good humored, enjoys-work-and- laughter, lively, balanced professional. 11 years' experience in training and facilitation at universities, 3 years' private practice. 2 Master's: 1) counseling; 2) education administration (Including MBA courses: organizational behavior, management).
I believe that I am well qualified for the trainer/facilitator position, and I hope you agree with me. I will call you next week to see if our scheduling an interview would be worthwhile. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Shannon P. Moore
Dan Umbarger
6015 Lincoln Trail
Minneapolis, MN 55421
214-888-9900
December 10, 199X
Box ZW182
The Wall Street Journal
Dallas, TX 75247
Good Morning:
My 13 years of experience as a PC Trainer would enable me to make a significant contribution to your organization in the role of Technical Trainer, a position you are currently advertising. The job description closely mirrors my work experience and portrays a position that would be exciting and interesting for me!
- I have the required degree work cited in your job description.
- I have developed communication skills by teaching computer programming, introductory DOS, data structures, and computer applications at both the secondary and community college level.
- I have, of necessity, had to create my own materials as existing materials were too difficult for many of my students.
- My supervisors have repeatedly cited me as being enthusiastic, team-oriented and hard-working, and I possess a strong work ethic, integrity, and a dedication to quality work.
Sincerely yours,
Dan Umbarger
