1. Sample Cover Letter 1 - Response to an advertisement
   
2. Sample Cover Letter 2 - Response to an advertisement
   
3. Sample Cover Letter 3 - Broadcast
   
4. Sample Cover Letter 4 - Follow up on a cold call

John Bridges #201, 315 10 Avenue S.E. Calgary, Alberta T2G 0W2 June 20, 1996 Ms. Helen Wheels Assistant Manager Discount Shoe Outlet P.O. Box 46 Calgary, Alberta T2N 2W1 Dear Ms. Wheels: RE: SALES CLERK POSITION ADVERTISED IN THE CALGARY HERALD I would like to apply for the Sales Clerk position which was advertised in today's Calgary Herald. Next week I will graduate from Lew Wallace High School and could begin work immediately. As you will note from the enclosed resumé, during the past two years I have worked as a part time clerk at the Busy Bee Grocery Store. My duties included stocking shelves, assisting customers and preparing orders for delivery. As a result of my experience with customers, I feel very qualified to fill your Sales Clerk position and would like to arrange an interview at your earliest convenience. Thank you. Sincerely yours, John Bridges Enclosure

Sample Cover Letter 2: Response to an Advertisement

John Smith 123 45 Street Calgary, Alberta T2A A2A February 24, 1997 Florence Nightingale Senior Supervisor City of Calgary 987 65 Street Calgary, Alberta T5W 1E6 Dear Ms. Nightingale: I am interested in a position as a Residential Support Worker as advertised in the Calgary Herald dated February 21, 1997. My educational background consists of a Bachelor of Social Work degree obtained through the University of Calgary. I have several years experience providing support to clientele in a residential setting. During my affiliation with ABC Company, I was responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the residence, staff training and scheduling, budget control and monitoring of client case plans. As well, I possess a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate. A resumé is enclosed to give you an idea of my potential as an employee within your organization. I look forward to meeting you in an interview to discuss in more detail both my qualifications and the position. I can be reached, or a message left, at 123-4567. Thank you. Sincerely, John Smith Enclosure

Sample Cover Letter 3: Broadcast

Sara Lee Foote 900 McCain Street S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2R 3A9 March 1, 1997 Ms. Reo Hammdinger Sales Manager Irwin Food Processing 123 Mason Avenue N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2A 2A2 Dear Ms. Hammdinger: RE: EMPLOYMENT WITHIN IRWIN FOOD PROCESSING Irwin Food Processing came to my attention while I was doing career research to locate companies that offer in-service training in my desired field, sales. I would appreciate meeting with you to discuss your firm's potential employment opportunities. I believe my work experience relates to these needs and may be of interest to you. I will call your office on March 8, 1997 to arrange a mutually convenient appointment. I can be reached at 255-1234 if you prefer to call me before then. Thank you. Sincerely yours, Sara Lee Foote Enclosure

Sample Cover Letter 4: Follow up on a Cold Call

John Bridges 97 Foothills Lane S.E. Calgary, Alberta T2A 2A2 November 27, 1996 Mr. Willhe D'Alrite Chief Executive Officer Hightech Inc. 460 Mycrough Way N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2A 2A2 Dear Mr. D'Alrite: RE: FOLLOW-UP OF EMPLOYMENT WITHIN HIGHTECH INC. It was a pleasure speaking with you on the telephone last week. Thank you again for taking the time to answer my questions about positions within your firm. As you requested, I am forwarding a copy of my resumé. I feel I have many skills which could be utilized by your organization. I am a resourceful individual who enjoys creative problem solving. I believe my experience at Mine Resources would make me a valuable contributing team member at Hightech Inc. I would like to speak with you in person to discuss where my skills would benefit Hightech Inc. most. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you. Sincerely yours, John Bridges Enclosure

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