Cover Letter Outline

Dear Sir or Madam,

I. Introduction

  1. Job applying for
  2. Where ad was found
    - www.careerbuilder.com
    - show that I researched the company more than 
      simply finding the ad on a website and replying to the job
  3. Why there is interest
    - What draws me to this particular job

II. Qualifications

  1. Academics
    - classes dealing with design programs
    - classes dealing with group work and team activities
  2. Experiences
    - member of football team
    - managing team and players in a business setting
    - what qualities being on the team has given me
  3. Relevant characteristics
    - good communication
    - working well in groups
    - timely work

III. Closing

  1. Re-visit interest
    - change wording from first paragraph, but why I'm interested
  2. Good match
    - the qualities the company is looking for and how my qualities match
  3. Contact information
    - phone, email, address

Sincerely,

 

Curtis Painter

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Good basic plan and structure. This will direct your cover letter well when you expand upon it.