Sample cover letter for Full Time position at shell

ear Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name:

Opening paragraph

: Clearly state why you are writing. If applying for a job, indicate the position title

and where you saw it advertised. If you were referred to the position from someone within the

organization,

or by someone the addressee knows, mention that as well.

You may want to add one

sentence on why you feel you are a good fit for the position.

Middle paragraph

(

)

: You should have one or two paragraphs that elaborate on how you have

developed the relevan

t skills required for the job, and any relevant experiences or education you have

acquired. Providing an example can help you emphasize your point. Of equal importance is your

argument for how your interest in both the

job

and the

organization

developed. Y

ou will want to ensure

that you

include

your interest

why it would be a logical decision on their part to hire you.

Closing paragraph

: Thank them and include a follow up by

e

xpressing interest in speaking with the

addressee further in a personal interview

, and indicate that you will follow up within an appropriate time

frame. Thank them for their time and consideration of your application.

Sincerely,