Cover Letter Outline

I.                    Introduction

a.       Name and contact information

b.      Greeting

c.       Purpose of letter

                                                              i.      Inquired position

                                                            ii.      Reasons for inquiring about the position

                                                          iii.      Why I would be good for the position

                                                          iv.      transition to skills and abilities

II.                 Pertinent skills and abilities

a.       Education

                                                              i.      Degree Information

                                                            ii.      Coursework

1.      Lab experience

2.      Graduate level classes

                                                          iii.      Relevant classroom experiences/projects

1.      In-field surveys/examinations

b.      Experience

                                                              i.      Work experience

1.      Internship

2.      Hospital experience

                                                            ii.      Life experience

1.      Deal with hardships with sincerity and sympathy

III.               Closing

a.       Summary sentence explaining that I am a good choice

b.      Further correspondence

c.       Thank you statement

d.      Signature