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Your desired job role may require you to send a cold email or a Letter of Interest to a company, expressing your interest in working with them and inquiring about any available job opportunities.

A Letter of Interest differs from a cover letter. A cover letter is submitted alongside a resume when applying for a specific role after you have found an open position at a company. 

In contrast, a Letter of Interest can be sent at any time, regardless of whether there are current job openings. In this letter, you simply need to introduce yourself, highlight your skills, and express your desire to work for the company. A Letter of Interest is also known as a Letter of Inquiry.

How to write a letter of Inquiry.

A letter of Inquiry is you marketing yourself to a possible employer, so it has to be written carefully. A well-written one makes the reader and possible employer intrigued.

When writing a letter of Inquiry, you are to think about what the employer is searching for and let them know you have it, not just on paper, but also to believe it.

What  to do

Do research about the company you are writing to; know about them. When checking for the company online, you should also find out about its online presence, the kind of staff employed by the company, and learn new facts about the company. They might end up being useful.

When you know what kind of people your company likes to hire, try to find similarities between you and them. Highlight common skills between you and their employees, these skills should come in handy when writing your letter.

Format.

After research, it is important to arrange your facts and points. Know how you want to arrange them before writing. You do not want your letter to look like something that wasn’t written by an adult.

Arrange your points together; do not scatter them.

• Your contact information: This is your full name(not your nickname or pet name), your home address, and your email address. You have to be accessible to them. Your phone number should also be made available.
• Date.
• The company’s contact information is next. Avoid using the phrase “to whom it may concern.” It is important that you address the document to someone or an office in particular, such as the hiring manager or someone in HR or the Manager or Director of any department you wish to work in.
• Introduction: introduce yourself and why you have written to the company/reader.
• State your qualifications and experiences. Tell them your values and qualities. Explain why you are different. Ensure that this segment/paragraph is brief; you do not want to toot your own horn. Pick a few important qualities.
• Thank them for taking the time to review your letter. Let them know if you are available. Request an Informational Interview, if possible.

An Informational Interview is when you learn more about the company and its available and existing roles. You meet people in the company, and they get to know your personality.

• Sign off the letter using regards, followed by your name or sincerely.

LETTER 1.

Letter of interest for a target company following a positive encounter:

• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your City, State, Zip Code
• Your Phone Number
• Your Email
• Date
• Name
• Job Title
• Company
• Street
• City, State, Zip.

Dear [Recipient’s Name or Job Title],

I recently had the pleasure of meeting some staff members from your organisation during my research. I was truly impressed by their professionalism and dedication, which inspired me to express my interest in joining your team.

I strongly believe in personal accountability and integrity, and I consistently strive to represent myself and my employer in an ethical and professional manner. I pay close attention to detail and always give my best effort in every task. I am a hardworking, success-driven individual and an enthusiastic team player.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. I can be reached on my mobile phone or via email. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,  

[Your Name]  

 

LETTER 2.

Letter of interest following a write-up of the target company:

• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your City, State, Zip Code
• Your Phone Number
• Your Email
• Date
• Name
• Job Title
• Company
• Street
• City, State, Zip

Dear Mr./Ms. [Last Name],

I recently read an online article that featured your company as one of the top ten tech companies in the industry. The article emphasised how your organisation prioritises its teams and focuses on achieving yearly goals. As a result, I am sending my resume along with this cover letter in hopes of joining your team.

I have five years of experience in the communications field, during which I have held various positions that could benefit your company. I am skilled in researching, writing, and editing.

As a team leader, I take pride in our track record of never missing a deadline while strictly adhering to the company’s standards and values.

I plan to follow up with you next Friday. Please feel free to reach me via my email address or phone number.

Thank you for considering my qualifications.

Sincerely,  

[Your Name]  

 

LETTER 3.

Letter of interest for a recent graduate looking for work:

• Your Name
• Your Address
• Your City, State, Zip Code
• Your Phone Number
• Your Email

• Date

• Name
• Job Title
• Company
• Street
• City, State, Zip

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name,

I recently came across an article in the newspaper about a job training program at your company. I am a graduate of the University of Nsukka, where I earned a degree in English Language. With over three years of experience in writing and editing, I believe I would be a valuable addition to your team.

I have attached my resume, which provides more details about my skills and experience. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss the training program with you and explain why I would be a strong candidate for the position.

Please feel free to contact me at my phone number or email address.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this exciting opportunity.

Sincerely,  

[Your Name]  

[Your Signature]  

Remember, these are templates to guide your writing of the letter of intent to make you stand out as a desired candidate required to fill the desired role within the organisation.

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