Cover Letter Outline

I.                   Introduction

A.    About myself

1.      Background Information

B.     My education

1.      Grade Point Average

2.      Date of Graduation

3.      Extra Curricular

C.     Connections

1.      Know Tom Stryzinski

D.    Why I am applying for this position.

1.      Interest in the company

2.      Look to gain firsthand experience

II.                Body

A.    How I found this company.

1.      Used company web site

B.     Why I like this company

1.      I have an interest the field the company operates in

2.      I agree with and believe in the company’s core values.

C.     Skills I possess, and why they would benefit the company

1.      Have already had internship with the company

2.      I have witnessed firsthand what the company does

III.             Conclusion

A.    Recap

B.     Request an Interview

C.     Thank the person for reading cover letter