Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
Career Development Guide - Western Michigan University
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COVER LETTERS<br />
42<br />
Cover Letter for an Unadvertised Position<br />
To investigate a possible position that has not been advertised, use the same guidelines that you would use to<br />
write a cover letter for a posted position.<br />
� Be sure it is customized to the organization or position, inviting the employer to consider the contributions<br />
you can make to meet the organizational needs.<br />
� Because it is unsolicited, be sure to describe for the reader your motivation for writing.<br />
1441 Ellsworth Avenue<br />
Kalamazoo, MI 49006<br />
(269) 789-2752<br />
cameron.m.powers@wmich.edu<br />
March 16, 2012<br />
Zak Walsh<br />
Detroit Red Wings<br />
Public Relations Coordinator<br />
600 Civic Center Drive<br />
Detroit, MI 48226<br />
Dear Mr. Walsh:<br />
I am writing to express interest in a post-graduate internship with the Detroit Red Wings. My desire is to gain continuing<br />
knowledge and experience in the public relations field. In the past you have offered internship opportunities to <strong>Western</strong><br />
<strong>Michigan</strong> <strong>University</strong> students, and my advisor, Ms. Marilyn Kritzman, suggested that I contact you about available<br />
summer internships. I am attracted to the Detroit Red Wings because of its outstanding fan base across the nation.<br />
My Bachelor of Arts degree in Film, Video, and Media Studies will be completed in December of 2012. As part of my<br />
background preparation, I served as Public Relations and Broadcast Assistant with the Kalamazoo Wings Hockey Club<br />
for the 2010-2011 season. Over the past three years, I also performed as a video producer, camera operator, technical<br />
director and journalist. These experiences have helped me execute and succeed in the environment of sports-related<br />
business. My communication training has contributed significantly to my various roles to accomplish business objectives.<br />
My enclosed resume further highlights my knowledge and experience within the field. An interview for an internship<br />
position would be of great interest to me so that I may answer any questions about my ability to maintain and enhance<br />
relationships with Red Wings fans. Thank you very much for your time and consideration.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Cameron Powers<br />
Cameron Powers<br />
This example demonstrates business<br />
letter format. Should you be<br />
communicating via email ensure that you<br />
use an appropriate email address, subject<br />
line, and resume using your name. See<br />
examples on the previous page for tips<br />
on formatting.
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