How to Write an Internship Cover Letter to Get the Interview

www. nrcsa. com

Your internship cover letter may be the most important letter of your career. When properly written, it gets the attention of the hiring manager thereby getting you the interview. During the interview, your personality, passion, and educational experience will help you get the job. Once you have a successful internship under your belt, your career will be on track to flourish.

Things You'll Need

• Word processing program
• Internet access
• Research skills

Instructions

1. 

   DO YOUR HOMEWORK

   • Learn the hiring manager's name and address your letter directly to him or her.
   • Research the organization's internship program and mission statement on the Internet and by speaking with former interns.

2. 

   INTRODUCE YOURSELF

   • A cover letter is your first introduction to the hiring manager.
   • Be polite, professional, and error free in your grammar and spelling.

3. 

   SELL YOURSELF

   • State your professional passions.
   • Provide specific information about your experience or education that is relative to the open internship position.
   • Tie your passions, experience, and education to the goals of the organization.

4. 

   ASK FOR THE INTERVIEW

   • Ask for the opportunity to interview for the internship position.
   • Provide your contact information, including your phone number and email address.
   • Let the hiring manager know you will be calling his or her office the next week to schedule the interview.

   Now, prepare yourself for success!

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to click on the links around this page to learn more about cover letters and internships.