Sample cover letter for Full Time position at Mercer

Dear Ms. Grube:

I am writing to express my interest in obtaining an associate position with your firm. I will

graduate from Columbia University’s School of

International and Public Affairs in May 2004

with an MPA degree in Advanced Management Techniques and Management Information

Systems. I believe my strong academic backgr

ound, personal initiative,

and work experience

would be an asset to Mercer Consulting, and I hope

that you will consider me for an interview.

As indicated in my resume, I have many skills

that could contribute to your organization:

Analytical skills:

In my most recent pos

ition working at the NYC Department of Finance, I

analyzed current inefficiencies

in revenue operations and offered alternative solutions. I spent

several weeks at the Department of Health, Environmental Control Board, Parking Violations

and the Department of Consumer Affairs

analyzing current pro

cesses and conducting

operational analysis. I used the information gathered at these on-site visits in Joint Application

Design sessions, offering solutions and suggesting alternatives aimed at improving customer

service and streamlining revenue collections. Currently, the NYC Department of Finance is

implementing many of my recommendations, and I was invited to return after graduation as a

Senior Analyst.

Teamwork/Leadership:

The successes of many projects I

conduct at SIPA depend on

teamwork. In most of my classes team projects are required and involve project planning, task

delegation, formal presentations, and open lines of written and oral communication. My

professor and peers frequently delegate me to team leader. Also, as part of my SIPA

fellowship, I lead a two-hour calculus review for students enrolled in microeconomics.

Communication:

My experience working at a boutique law firm and at an investment

management firm provided me with substantial experience communicating with clients and top

management. In both positions, I spent a great deal of time on the phone and in meetings with

clients discussing their concerns and relaying this information to management.

I am attracted to Mercer because it is a fast growing, innovative firm. It is distinguished from

other consulting firms in that it has many other subsidiaries, as well as its parent company

Marsh & McLennan, to utilize for information and resources. I believe the analytical skills I

acquired through my experience improving operations at the Department of Finance and the

knowledge I am obtaining about technology and media management in my current coursework

at Columbia Business School would make me

a valuable addition to your consulting team.

I appreciate your time and consideration. If you have any questions regarding my resume or

qualifications, please do not hesitate to ca

ll. I look forward to speaking with you.