SAMPLE COVER LETTER

Susan Bentley

615 Clover Circle

Birmingham, AL 35216

(205) 000-0000

E-mail: sbentley@samford.edu

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March 1, 2006

Ms. Now Hiring, Director

Human Resources

XYZ Corporation

312 Eighth Avenue, North

Nashville, TN 00000

Dear Ms. Hiring:

I am approaching graduation and recently visited Samford University’s Career Development Center in Birmingham, Alabama, where I learned of your need for a Management Trainee. The position described in your job listing sounds exciting and challenging. It is of great interest to me, especially since XYZ Corporation is such a renowned company.

My liberal arts education has provided me with a well-rounded background. I have had an internship and worked a summer job in a similar environment. I feel my experience would be of benefit to your company. I have enclosed my resume which provides additional information about my undergraduate and campus activities. I have also sent my resume to Mr. Bob Green, manager of the trainee program.

I plan to visit Nashville during the week of March 25-29 and will welcome the chance to meet with you personally. To confirm our mutual interest in this position, I will call your office on Wednesday, March 6, to establish a convenient appointment time. Thank you in advance for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Susan Bentley

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