Amanda Gaskell
This Cover Letter secured the candidate a summer internship with a reputable Media firm, in her pursuit to develop a career in Journalism. Notice how she ‘markets’ her very relevant academic work, her experience studying abroad and knowledge of current affairs, presenting them as great assets for the role.
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Coventry,
CV4 7BX
27/04/2012
Dear Ms Smith,
I am writing to apply for a place on the three-month internship, which will involve working on the 2012-13 edition of Future magazine. I am about to complete my final year of study at the University of Warwick where I am taking a course in Comparative American Studies.
I feel that the unique experiences that I have already attained and the skills which I have gained as a result, would allow me to bring a lot to this placement in return.
Throughout my time as a student I have been assigned a number of similar tasks which have strongly benefitted my reading, Therefore I am confident that I have the skills needed for formulating and implementing
While volunteering as a Youth Supervisor of year ten students, I helped to organise a talent show and dance, which involved arranging the list of talent, decorating the room and setting up the DJ system. Furthermore I feel that my current job as Student Admin Assistant with Warwick Student’s Union has maximised my capacity to interact professionally and confidently with a diverse set of people. I have had to talk with students daily about the social activities we provide as a union and the events that our societies plan on campus. With the I am sure in my ability to liaise with invitees at the event.
Ultimately, I believe that what has allowed me to shine both academically and in other aspects of my life, such as, my current job and living for a year in the United States, have showcased my ability to work to the highest standards in any activity that I embark upon. Please take the time to review my CV demonstrating my educational and employment histor. Thank you very much for considering my application, and
Yours sincerely,
Amanda Gaskell
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