career resource manual - UC Davis / Internship and Career Center

Additional Letter Samples192 Beta DriveDavis, CA 95616(530) 75X-XXXXMarch 28, 20XXMr. Kevin JonesPersonnel ManagerABC Corporation3 Wallaby PlaceSan Francisco, CA 10XXXDear Mr. Jones:Letter to Accept a Job OfferNotify the employer as soon as you decide to accept a joboffer. Confirm your acceptance in writing even if you’vealready accepted the offer by telephone. Restate the date of theoffer, the position, the salary and the starting date. Expressenthusiasm for the company and your position and futurewith it.If you are relocating, let the employer know your travel plansand expected date of arrival. Inform the employer of your new(or interim) address and telephone number.Resumes and CorrespondenceThank you for your letter of March 25, 20XX and yourinvitation to become a member of your organization followinggraduation. I am pleased to accept your offer of employment.I understand this is a 12-month career position, and I willbegin employment on (date). I have read and understand theinformation contained in the benefits package and agree to mysalary offer of($ _____). If any of this information is in error, please let meknow as soon as possible. I can be reached at (530) 756-XXXXor rjryan@ucdavis.edu.I look forward to a satisfying and mutually productive careerwith ABC Corporation.Sincerely,Robyn RyanRobyn RyanFollow Up to Fair orInformational Interview Letter7777 Hollywood RoadDavis, CA 95616(530) XXX-XXXXpmraidt@ucdavis.eduMarch 12, 20XXMr. David William ArpHiring MangerEGP Laboratories123 Street NameSometown, ST 00000Dear Mr. Arp,Thank you for discussing the various laboratory positionsavailable within your company at the UC Davis Career Fair onFebruary 8, 20XX. I am excited about both the manufacturingand quality control divisions of your organization and wouldlike to work for EGP Laboratories after I graduate in June.My background as a Biotechnology major has prepared me tounderstand the theory behind the work at your company andhas supplied me with a number of the skills you describedas necessary including PCR, gel electrophoresis and aseptictechnique. You emphasized the value of teamwork withinyour organization. I believe my participation in the StudentLeadership Development Series and as a Student Advisorin the Human Corps office attest to my ability to work asa team member while being independently responsible forprioritizing my work and meeting deadlines.I’m including an updated copy of my resume for your reviewand would welcome an opportunity to speak with you further.Please let me know if I can answer additional questions aboutmy experience or to schedule an interview.Sincerely,Patricia M. RaidtPatricia M. Raidt40 University of California, Davis