Prospecting Letter

Indicate your interest and reveal your source of information.
Outline your strongest qualifications.
Focus on broader occupational and/or organizational dimensions.
Describe how your qualifications match the work environment.
Do some personal marketing.
Convince the employer that you have the personal qualities and motivation to contribute to the organization.
Suggest an action plan.
Request an interview.
Indicate that you will call during a specific time period to discuss interview possibilities.
Express appreciation to the reader for his or her time and consideration.

View a model prospecting letter: Word | PDF

Career Development Center
Location:
Library Building - 2153
Phone: (360) 867-6193
Email: Career Development

Office Hours:
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Drop-In Hours:
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Tues, Wed, Thurs-2pm-4pm

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