outline for cover letter

I.                    Introduction

a.       Where heard of job

b.      Why interested in job

II.                  Education

a.       Relevant classes

                                                               i.      Bio.

                                          1. genetics, animal communication, etc.

                                                             ii.      Chem.

                                          1. analytical and organic

                                                            iii.      Ed.

                                           1. block 1 experience

III.                Experience

a.       Research

                                                         i.      Radcliffe lab

1.       Manned 5 projects as director

a.       Presenting 1-2 at international convention this coming summer

b.      Will be published on at least 2-3 papers by the end of the year

2.       Aided with 3 other projects in Dr. Kelly’s and Dr. Rickert’s labs

3.       Equipment used

a.       SpectrAA

b.      USSINNG system, etc.

b.      Riding Instructor + 4-H

                                                               i.      Relate to ed. Classes

                                                             ii.      Leadership

1.       Working w/ ages 5-17

                                                            iii.      Patience

1.       Ex. Healing horses

c.       Med-field

                                                               i.      Volunteer in ER

1.       Helping people

2.       Time management

3.       Environmentally caused injuries

4.       Laundry list of chores

                                                             ii.      Filing Clerk in legal office

1.       Organization

2.       Legal consequences

3.       Documentation

a.       Importance of

                                                            iii.      Radiologist shadowing

1.       Observation

2.       Listening/Following instruction

IV.                Conclusion

a.       Connect the dots

                                                               i.      Tie bio and ed. Together

1.       Explain reasoning for switching majors back and forth/how this advanced knowledge and aids in skills

                                                             ii.      How med experience is plus for enviro field

1.       Interrelations between fields

2.       Possible topics of research w/ EPA

b.      State when will be following up on letter w/ phone call