Sample Cover Letter
Sara A. Ryan
1000 Painter Avenue
Whittier, CA 90602
(562) 693-0000
March 3, 200X
Kristen Walberg
Internship Coordinator
American Enterprise Institute for Public Policy Research
1150 17th Street
N.W. Washington D.C. 20036
Dear Ms. Walburg:
I am interested in applying for a summer internship within your organization. Specifically I would like to
apply for either the Economic Policy of Foreign Policy internships. By participating in your organization’s
internship program, I hope to gain a better understanding of how policies are shaped and their influence
on economic security, foreign aid and international trade.
Currently, I am a junior at Whittier College with a major in political science and a minor in Spanish. I have
taken various courses in international relations, American and comparative politics and economics. In my
position as research fellow, I assist an economics faculty member in conducting research on the
relationship between international trade and the growth of small business specializing in manufacturing.
This position has enabled me to strengthen my research and analytical skills by utilizing a variety of
government publications and resources describing economic and business forecast trends. As indicated on
my enclosed resume, I have also developed strong communication and organizational skills through my
involvement in campus activities and other work experiences.
I am excited about your internship program and the opportunity to work for your organization. In addition
to my resume, I have enclosed a copy of my college transcript and a writing sample. Please let me know if
you need further information. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
(signature)
Sara A. Ryan
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