Dear [name of hiring manager],

In reviewing the job listing board this week, I noticed that you had a [name of position] position open. I
am very interested in the position, and would love to have the opportunity to speak with you about it.

I have been with the company [length of time with company] and feel like I would be able to be a
valuable addition to your department. I have enjoyed my time with the company, and have learned a
great deal while working for [name of current manager]. However, I feel that I have learned all that I can
regarding [name of current position or department function] and am excited about the opportunity for
learning new things.

I have notified my manager of my intent to apply for the position, and look forward to speaking with you
more about this opportunity.

Thank you,

Dear [NAME],
Earlier this month, I made the decision to begin looking for a
new career opportunity. It’s been a great [NUMBER] years
working at [COMPANY NAME] as their [JOB TITLE]. I’m looking
for a new company to challenge me and grow my skill set in
[SKILL NAME], [SKILL NAME] and [SKILL NAME].
I wonder if I can get an introduction by email or phone to
[NAME OF PERSON] for [THIS REASON].
Please include my LinkedIn Profile in your introduction
[LINKEDIN PROFILE LINK].
Thank you so much for your assistance. Let me know how I
can help you.
Sincerely,
[YOUR NAME]

RESUMES & COVER LETTERS

Writing an Internship Cover Letter
(With Examples)
March 6, 2020
When applying for an internship, employers might request a cover
letter along with your resume, references and other required
documents. A cover letter is one of the best ways to convey why you
are the best candidate for the internship, allowing you to expand on
and showcase key skills and experiences.

Here are several tips and examples to help you craft a cover letter for
internship applications. For more inspiration, browse cover letter
samples to get an idea of what cover letters might look like for your
industry or position.
How to write a cover letter for an internship
A well-written cover letter should highlight relevant skills and
experiences that make you the best fit for the role. It should also
capture the employer’s attention, convincing them to further review
your resume. To meet these goals, it’s important to include a few key
pieces of information:

1. State the exact role you’re applying for

Starting your cover letter with the position you’re applying for shows
you’ve thoughtfully considered what makes you the best candidate for
this specific position. It also implies that you’ve created a cover letter
for their opening instead of using one general cover letter for all
applications. It also reminds the audience about the position and
provides context for the rest of your letter.

2. Use the right keywords

Employers often scan resumes and cover letters for keywords related

to the role. Carefully review the job description and company website
for clues on which you should include. For example, if the job
description lists “time management” as a desired quality, try listing
relevant examples in your cover letter.

3. Include relevant coursework

If you have little to no job experience, your relevant coursework can

be helpful for employers. Include your completed courses relevant to
the job description or industry. For example, if applying for a design
internship, be sure to list your design courses and any significant
related accomplishments.

4. Call out relevant skills

The body of your cover letter is where you can highlight relevant
knowledge, expertise and education that will benefit the employer.
Even if you don’t have professional industry experience, you can
include skills you’ve gained in previous jobs, volunteer positions,
classes or projects you’ve completed, or achievements in
extracurricular activities.

For example, if you’re applying for a position as a reporting intern at a

local publication, you could discuss your role as editor for the student
paper or how your previous job as an office receptionist taught you the
importance of time management.

5. Explain why you’re a good fit for the role

You should include a one or two sentences relating your qualifications

to the internship. Carefully review the posted job description to
understand which skills and experiences the employer is looking for.
Align those with your own and decide which to prioritize in your cover
letter based on the posting.

6. Describe what you feel you would gain from the internship

In most cases, employers have built an internship program to help

students and young professionals better understand the industry and
develop skills, experiences and relationships that will serve them
throughout their career. In addition to explaining what you’ll bring to
the table, highlight what you hope to achieve and learn through the
internship.

7. Review your cover letter before sending

When your cover letter is complete, set aside time to review and edit.
When proofreading, check carefully for spelling, punctuation and
grammar errors. If possible, ask trusted friends or family members to
review your final draft for a third-party perspective.

Related: How to Write a Cover Letter

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Sample Internship Cover Letter
Dear Mr. Smith,

I am submitting my resume for consideration for the summer

application design internship program at ABC Company. Given the
skills and experience outlined in my enclosed resume, I believe I will
be a worthy asset to your team.

In my three years at XYZ College, I’ve completed a great deal of

coursework on cutting-edge design trends and best practices,
including Principles of User Experience Design and Mobile Application
Design, where I learned and applied skills such as user journey
mapping, application wireframing and designing software for a variety
of mobile devices and operating systems.

In addition, I spent the past semester volunteering my time with a

local non-profit that collects donated clothes and furniture and
redistributes it to families in need. I helped the web team update and
re-launch an application that allows people in the community to locate
nearby drop-off points and schedule pick-ups.

Finally, my two years working as a barista at the student center has

taught me the importance of building a convenient and memorable
consumer experience that aligns with the brand. It also helped me
grow my skills in team collaboration, verbal communication and
project leadership.

I believe I would make an excellent addition to your team. This

internship would help me grow my real-world experience in the
technology industry and help me further develop and refine my
application design skills.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Sincerely,
Erica Garcia
Dear Matthew,
 
I was thrilled to see my iOS app for task management getting rave reviews from App
Store users and commendations from more experienced developers on GitHub.
 
But this is only one out of three apps that I am working on after my classes at CalTech,
from which I am about to graduate with a BA in Computer Science. Truth be told, I am
quite positive that the other apps will also be well-received since—inspired by Apple
engineers—I design them with one person in mind. The person who will use it.
 
This is why apart from completing a study program in algorithms and complexity, I took
additional courses in UI/UX and graphic design as well as consumer psychology.
 
When Doctor Sarah Warren suggested I applied for the internship, she was spot on. I
believe that Apple’s unique approach to building intuitive and simple software while
respecting the customer’s needs creates the environment I would love to grow in and
contribute to.
 
Can we schedule a call this week to discuss my ideas on how I can contribute to the
projects I would be working on with some of the best software engineers on the planet?
 
Best regards,
 
Jennifer Kovacs
 
PS—I would love to show you how my A/B testing initiatives helped me optimize the
navigation panel.\
Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to submit my application for the product management internship

at BPM Tech. As a student at Big State University majoring in electrical
engineering with a keen interest in environmental studies, I believe I would be a
good fit for the role. BPM’s mission to design and manufacture the world’s most
energy dense batteries while protecting our planet and not taking any shortcuts
is inspiring, and I would be thrilled to be able to contribute to this mission.

In a recent hackathon, I demonstrated my ability to think on my feet and lead a

team through designing and prototyping stages of a project. Competing as a
team of three students with different academic backgrounds and working under
a tight deadline, we were ultimately able to get a working prototype together
and presented our work to a panel of industry experts who awarded us second
place. I was particularly proud of how close we got to winning the audience
favorite award. For me, the most exciting part of working on products comes
from users and their reactions.
I’ve also been an active volunteer at my local animal shelter for over five years.
As a more seasoned volunteer, I’ve taken the initiative to lead trainings,
organize donation drives, and serve as a dog walker. This experience has
strengthened my communication skills and confirmed my belief that my
motivation skyrockets when my work supports a good cause. I would be
delighted to bring my focus and dedication to another organization whose
mission I believe in.

Through these experiences, along with my coursework in electrical engineering,

I am confident that I would be able to successfully navigate the challenges of the
PM internship program at BPM. I welcome the opportunity to speak with you
about my qualifications and look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for
your consideration.

Sincerely,
Sarah Gunnarson

Dear Hiring Manager,

With six years of experience in full-stack web development and systems

architecture, I am confident I will be an excellent fit for Haystack Search’s next
Senior Software Engineer. My experience has provided me with the innovative
and technical skills necessary to successfully provide your company with
multifaceted technical solutions across a wide range software platforms.

At New Enterprise, I am responsible for leading the development for three

high-traffic ecommerce websites that offer 12 million monthly users
customizable documents. I oversee the building of innovative systems
architecture via Kohana and Laravel frameworks, HTML5, CSS3/SASS,
JavaScript/React, MySQL, and ElasticSearch.  I was instrumental in structuring
several internal systems comprising order entry/management tools,
conversion/revenue reporting, and production workflow tracking, as well as
designed custom REST APIs built in Python, Laravel PHP, and NodeJS. I also
successfully collaborate on solutions with our product, QA, and marketing
teams to offer the best user experience to build higher customer lifetime
value.
 I have refined my strengths through six years of experience in DevOps, where I
provided solutions in database technology, programming, operating systems.
The following is a snapshot of my broader technical skills:

 Agile Project Management

 Custom Web and Mobile Applications

 Database Programming

 Data Science

 Networking Devices and Tools

It would be a pleasure to learn more about Haystack’s needs, and I would

welcome the chance to provide further insight into my knowledge of project
management, technical abilities, personal attributes, and track record of
success in building revenue generating web technologies compatible across
multiple platforms, browsers, and devices.

Thank you for considering my candidacy for this position. I hope to hear from
you soon to schedule an interview.

Sincerely,

Your Name

Ms. Elisa Thompson

XYZ Company
Hartford, CT 56789
I’m already fluent in Python, Excel, and C#. I’m currently learning
JavaScript and SQL. And I have basic conversational ability in French
and Chinese. As an intern with XYZ Company, I look forward to
bringing my programming language skills (and regular language skills,
if needed) to work as a member of your software engineering team.
A bit more about me: I’m a junior majoring in computer science at
University College. I’m excited to gain hands-on work experience to
complement my coursework and kick-start my software engineering
career. As your intern, I’ll bring my problem-solving abilities and big-
picture mindset to develop and improve testing technologies with XYZ
Company. My classes, work experience, and extracurricular activities
make me an ideal candidate for this position.
 Coursework: After completing courses in software development
methods, programming languages, network systems, and embedded
system design, my major GPA is 3.8.
 IT Help Desk assistant: As a student employee with IT services,
I troubleshoot a variety of computing issues and translate technical
information into layman’s terms for clients.
 Campus involvement: As a member of the Association for Women
in Computing, I attend Tech Talks and conferences to expand my
industry knowledge and network with seasoned professionals.
My attached resume expands on my skill set and accomplishments.
Thank you for your time and consideration, and I look forward to
hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Peyton Java