Cover Letter Format

A cover letter serves three basic purposes and is divided into sections accordingly. The cover letter can be

written in a traditional business letter format, or can be adapted to an email depending on the method of

application.

1. Statement of Purpose

• Begin with a statement of purpose. Name the position to which you are applying and how or where

you learned of the position or organization.

• Indicate why you are interested in that specific position.

2. Explanation of Qualifications

Explain why you are interested in working for this employer and specify your reasons.

Emphasize any qualifications you want the employer to notice and highlight a few key points in your resume

that are particularly relevant.

State how your skills from your previous experiences can be transferrable to the open position.

3. Closing

• Thank the employer for taking the time to review your application.

• State your availability for an interview.

SAMPLE COVER LETTER

Jane Doe

HR Director

ABC Company

1530 State Street

Riverside, CA 92521

Dear Ms. Doe,

I am submitting the enclosed resume for the Marketing Associate position that is available in

your Enterprise Communications Marketing Department. After reviewing the job description

and ABC Company’s website, I believe that there is an excellent match between my skills and

experience and your department’s goals.

I believe that my MBA in Marketing, coupled with my international experience – including

fluency in Thai, Mandarin, and English – could prove valuable to your marketing initiatives in

Asia.

Previously, I worked in the field of Public Relations in Bangkok, Thailand, where I worked as a

PR Specialist for a major insurance company, AIG. Most recently, I completed an international

consulting project for a global technology company in conjunction with my MBA program at the

A. Gary Anderson Graduate School of Management at the University of California, Riverside. I

believe that my international marketing and social media experience can be of value to your

Enterprise Communications Marketing Department. My language skills, coupled with my

knowledge of Asian culture and consumer buying habits, could be of value to ABC Company as

you expand your international marketing campaigns throughout Asia.

Enclosed is a resume for your review and I hope to have an opportunity to meet with you to

discuss my qualifications, and how I can make a contribution to your department at ABC

Company. I look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your specific needs and

the company’s plans for expansion throughout Asia.

Sincerely,

Amy Tang

Greeting

Statement

of Purpose

Explanation of

Qualifications

Closing

Signature