SAMPLE COVER LETTER 1

Use a letter of inquiry when you have an interest in a particular company or organization and would like to inquire into available employment opportunities.

Be sure to state that you are a student at Rose-Hulman, your status and the type

of employment you are seeking (permanent, summer, co-op, etc.) in the first paragraph.

SAMPLE COVER LETTER 2

This letter is designed to convince the smaller companies around your home town that hiring a summer intern (you) is a good idea even if they don't have a full-blown Summer Internship Program. Notice the applicant takes responsibility for follow-up in this letter. Be sure to call at least two weeks in advance to set up an appointment.