January 1, 2010

YOUR NAME
111 YOUR ADDRESS
CITY, STATE ZIP
(AREA CODE)PHONE

Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. LAST NAME ,

Currently, I am employed as a YOUR CURRENT TITLE at YOUR CURRENT COMPANY.  Add your contributions to your current employer that relate to this job opening.

Give the exact reason why you are interested in either the employer or the position. Name off specific reasons and then give examples of what you have done in the past that relate to the position qualifications. This is also a good place to mention you have attached your resume for review and any other documentation they require. Add a quick sentence or two on your home office situation and environment.

Close the resume with a thanks for their time in reviewing and tell them when and how you will be in contact with them again.

Cordially,

YOUR NAME

January 1, 2010

RECRUITER NAME
RECRUITER JOB TITLE
COMPANY NAME
COMPANY ADDRESS
CITY, STATE ZIP

Dear RECRUITER NAME:

As I indicated in our telephone conversation yesterday, I would like to apply for the ________ position you advertised in the DATE OF JOB POSTING edition of NAME OF CAREER WEB SITE OR NAME OF NEWSPAPER. With my _________ background, my training in ____________, and my work experience, I believe I will make valuable contributions to COMPANY NAME.

In our conversation, we discussed your company's need of LIST SKILL. In my previous position of ___________, I had many experiences that coincide with these needs. Specifically, _____________________. I also ____________.

I believe that the combination of my business experience and _______ training is well-suited to the___________ position you described. I believe that my personal office is equipped with all the necessary hardware and software I will need to accomplish my tasks with COMPANY NAME.

I have enclosed a copy of my resume with additional information about my qualifications.  Thank you for your consideration.  I will call in two weeks to discuss this position in further detail.

Sincerely,
YOUR NAME
YOUR ADDRESS
CITY, STATE ZIP
(AREA CODE) PHONE NUMBER
EMAIL ADDRESS

January 1, 2010

RECRUITER NAME
RECRUITER JOB TITLE
COMPANY NAME
COMPANY ADDRESS
CITY, STATE ZIP

Dear RECRUITER NAME:

Recently, I completed a cooperative experience with a _______ firm in STATE where I was given the responsibility of _________ for a small project.  I am looking for the opportunity to perform in this capacity for COMPANY NAME.  I believe my background and experience will help me be an asset to your company.

I have (volunteer work, internship, temporary assignment). I was given the responsibility of _____________. I (list duties). I am conscientious about meeting deadlines and completing tasks unsupervised. My home office environment is (is it quiet, conducive to the type of work being done, equipped properly). If given the opportunity to take the _________ position, I can develop a plan that will meet the needs of your company and review it with my supervisor.

I am very interested in becoming a part of COMPANY NAME after reading your company brochure and reviewing the web site.  I can be reached at the address and phone number below.  I will call your office within two weeks to inquire on the status of my application.  I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

YOUR NAME
YOUR ADDRESS
CITY, STATE ZIP
(AREA CODE) PHONE NUMBER
EMAIL ADDRESS