(Student Address and contact information) (Address for Employer) (Date letter is written) Dear (title, first name, and last name),
First Paragraph: State your purpose. Why are you writing the letter? Where did you see the job application? Establish your desire to fill the position.
Second Paragraph: State your worth. What experience is required for the job and how does your past experience fit what is required? For this assignment, reflect back on the essays and research you did during this course. This is a time for you to breakdown what your experience is, why it is relevant, and how it makes you a great candidate for the position. Remember, make your claim you are the best candidate and then use evidence from your writing courses to support your claim.
Third Paragraph: State a desire for an interview. After you’ve listed all of your experience, you still need to show great interest in the position. Reiterate why you are a great candidate and that you would like an interview.
Sincerely (or another closer),
First Name and Last Name Email Other Contact info (if desired)