There are
basically two types of cover letters that you can choose from depending
on the type of job position you are applying for. If you know what
specific job you want and you know the job skills and qualifications
required for it, you should be more specific in your cover letter.
If you are applying to an organization and
you
want to keep your options opened to whatever positions they have
available, you will want to have a more general cover letter. The sample
resume cover letters
below should give you an idea of the difference between the two.
Specific Cover Letter:
Wanda Job
1234 Broke Ave.
Any town, Any State 98765
Telephone: (123) 456-7809
March 13, 2008
Mr. Doe – Dir. of Human Resources
Sales 'R' Us
234 Market Blvd.
Any City, Any State, 56789
Dear Mr. Doe:
I am
responding to your
advertisement placed in the Daily Herald dated February 15, 2008
regarding the Pharmaceutical Representative position. Please find
enclosed my resume showing my experience, education, and background.
I have
over 5 years of experience in the sales and marketing field, and 4
years experience as an LPN nurse.
During my
sales and marketing
career I met my monthly quotas and sales goals, while also helping
other sales representatives increase theirs through on-site training. I
take pleasure in working with the public, demonstrating and developing
products, and educating others.
I believe
that I would
succeed in pharmaceutical sales due to my interest and past experience
in sales. In addition, my combined knowledge from my nursing background
would help me better understand the products I would sell.
I would be
pleased to arrange
an interview with you to further discuss my skills and qualifications.
I am available to meet at a time that is convenient for both of us.
Thank you
for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Wanda Job
The other
type of sample resume cover letters is more general. Here is an
example:
John Needswork
2356 Applicant Lane
Any City, Any State 78965
(987)654-3219
Dear Employer:
I am writing in response to your
advertisement for
the safety/loss control position in your organization and am enclosing
a resume for you to review. Please regard this letter as my formal
application.
With 8 years of experience in the Health and
Safety field, I am knowledgeable in state and federal health guidelines
and issues. I also have significant experience with insurance claims
and litigation.
My thorough understanding of process and
procedures of the corporate environment and customer service skills
will help me complete the work at hand.
I would be pleased to arrange an interview
with
you to further discuss my skills and qualifications. I am available to
meet at a time that is convenient for both of us.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
John Needswork
Hopefully, these sample resume cover letters
have helped you get started on your own!
