Cover Letter Examples: Entry Level

Sample Entry Level Position with
Referral Senior Analyst/Entry Level Associate
for Acme Finance

Description and Qualifications:

• Interest in and commitment to investment banking as a career
• Interest in industry sectors – Technology, Consumer, Healthcare
• Proven financial accounting capability – must have relevant undergraduate degree and/or relevant work experience
• Critical thinker with ability to put abstract concepts into written form in PowerPoint or Word documents
• Ability to act independently and assume professional responsibility commensurate with the position
• Ability to interact in person and by phone at a professional level with senior business executives
• Proficient in PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• High degree of attention to detail
• Undergraduate GPA of 3.6 or above, averaged across all classes, not solely across major
• One year of work experience in a finance-related job in a professional environment, investment banking

Will B. Abanker
LinkedIn URL | 111-111-1111 | willabanker13@gmail.com

Dear Mr. Kikuyu:

I am writing to apply to the Senior Analyst/Entry Level Associate at the suggestion of your colleague Sara Caruso. After a recent meeting with Ms.Caruso and learning more about Acme Finance and the position, I believe my educational background in finance coupled with my prior experience and strong interest in investment banking make me an ideal candidate for this position. Please accept this as my application.

During my education at Northeastern University, I learned about the intricacies of the market including options, dividends, bond valuation, and mutual funds. I am particularly interested in technology and healthcare and recently received high praise for my presentation detailing the benefits of investing in healthcare technology. Additionally, my membership in the Northeastern Finance and Investments Club for the past year enhanced my financial background. I also have practical experience through my cooperative education jobs at State Street Corporation and Gillette, where I built upon my already strong communication skills by working directly with customers and gained valuable first-hand experience in the financial industry. Also, throughout college, I worked every January through April at H&R Block completing taxes. This experience gave me invaluable insight and accounting experience. Therefore, I will use my finance and client service skills to succeed as the new Senior Analyst/Entry Level Associate at Acme Finance.

Acme Finance’s online brokerage department particularly interests me. Your innovative approach to allowing customers access to research and real-time movement has intrigued me throughout my participation in the Finance and Investment Club. I believe that my experience developing online banking systems, as well as my personal use of your online brokerage system, will help me become a valuable team member in your organization.

I am confident that my skills and experience qualify me as a strong candidate for the Senior Analyst/Entry Level Associate at Acme Finance. I am eager to discuss my candidacy further with you and would welcome the opportunity to interview with you. Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,
Will Abanker

Sample Entry Level Position
HR Associate for Cape Cod Healthcare

The HR Associate has the following responsibilities:

• Facilitates HR administrative functions through data entry, copying and computer application use.
• Assists HR staff in day-to-day department maintenance and projects.
• Communicates proper instructions for HR-related tasks to employees and applicants in a clear and professional manner.
• Ensures regulatory agency and internal policy compliance through diligent adherence to HR practices.
• Maintains the integrity of confidential data; exemplifies a high standard of customer service.

Qualifications:

• Works under the direction of management and abides by department policies and procedures
• Ability to use and learn basic level systems (Meditech, Microsoft Office, etc.)
• Interacts with applicants and staff in a professional manner
• Knowledge of theories, principles and concepts acquired by completing a Bachelor’s Degree in a college or university.
• Produces required documentation within the department
• Work requires the ability to identify opportunities to improve programs, practices, and/or services to ensure Cape Cod’s resources are used in the most efficient and effective manner.

Alexandra Diaz
LinkedIn URL | alexacdiaz12@gmail.com | 617-123-1234

Dear Hiring Committee:

I am writing to apply for the HR Associate position you have listed on your website. With a Master of Science in Corporate and Organizational Communication, with a concentration in Human Resources Management, I have a strong background in Human Resources practices. Cape Cod Healthcare’s reputation for excellent employee management skills resonates with me and my career aspirations. I am confident that my experiences, skills, and interests will be a great fit at this organization.

During my Master’s program at Northeastern University, I took courses on resource management and employee services that rapidly advanced my human resources skills. During my capstone course, I designed an employee resource allocation plan for a start up healthcare company. Through my research, I developed my knowledge of the healthcare industry and employed creative solutions, like using Customer Management Software to track employee development and satisfaction. I had the chance to present this employee resources allocation plan during a research symposium, and it was well received by the companies in attendance. This presentation also afforded me an opportunity to enhance my communication skills.

Before beginning my Master’s degree at Northeastern I had the opportunity to work full time for two years in my home country. Through my position at Amazon, I was able to develop employee programming that increased knowledge about benefit, healthcare, and retirement planning. I promoted these events with social media and company emails, and they were well attended. This employee oriented programming knowledge will allow me to improve upon existing programs and practices at Cape Cod Healthcare.

I would appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to discuss my candidacy in further detail. Thank you very much for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Alexandra Diaz