Chapter 2

Phrases to Use When Responding to Postings

THIS SAMPLE COLLECTION OF COVER LETTER PHRASES reveals some of the best ways to respond to job postings. Responding to printed or web-based announcements is an important part of your job search. Here, the samples are organized by paragraph type (introductory, qualification and motivation, and conclusion).

Phrases for Introductory Paragraphs

These phrases convey a strong sense of enthusiasm and interest.

illustration Administrative Assistant

Upon reading the advertisement in the Jackson Review, I was inspired to contact you immediately and offer this cover letter and attached resume to formalize my interest.

illustration Assistant Curator

Please consider me a strong, enthusiastic, and focused candidate for the Assistant Curator position recently advertised on www.evansvillecourierjobs.com.

illustration Assistant Editor I would like to take all appropriate steps to formalize my candidacy. for the position of Assistant Editor. When I reviewed the posting advertised via www.bostonglobejobs.com, I wanted to immediately share the attached resume and writing samples.

illustration Field Finance Manager

While my current position with Other Company, Inc. is most challenging and rewarding, the opportunity to serve within the capacities described in the posting is professionally exciting.

illustration Fundraiser

I hope someday my enthusiasm and professionalism can contribute to the success of your development campaigns and grant application efforts.

illustration Home Economics Department Coordinator

It would be with great professional enthusiasm and the pride of an alumnus that I now formalize my candidacy for the Home Economics Department Coordinator position.

illustration Multimedia Specialist

Please consider me a strong, enthusiastic, and qualified candidate. for the Multimedia Specialist position recently posted on Any Corporation's website.

illustration Newspaper Intern

As documented on the enclosed resume, I am currently a junior English major with a strong interest in a journalism career.

The following phrases cite specific numbers that communicate a wealth of experience and track record of success.

illustration Administrative Judge

More than ten years of experience as a litigator and ever-curious student of the judicial system have, I trust, prepared me to be a competent and appropriately confident candidate for the Administrative Judge position.

illustration Chief Financial Officer

Detailed on the attached resume, I have a ten-year record of success managing corporate financial operations for profitable and fast-growing manufacturing companies with multistate and international operations.

illustration Claims Adjuster

During the past fifteen years, I have been with a major insurance. company primarily focusing on workers' compensation claims. Accomplishments, all cited on the attached resume, required a sound background in claims management, cost containment, customer relations, employee training, and administrative support. I am proud that annually, for the past five years, I have cost-effectively negotiated well over two hundred claims.

illustration Travel Agent

As the attached resume indicates, I have a decade of progressive responsible experience in the travel and tourism field.

These phrases make a connection between the candidates' skills and the skills listed in the job descriptions.

illustration Analyst

Detailed on the attached resume, my current position as an Analyst at Another Company requires a skill set similar to the one stated as required for your position.

illustration Campus Police Officer

Your advertisement in Careers in Law Enforcement notes requirements and capabilities that I possess and would like to discuss during an interview.

illustration Child Care Assistant Director

As a licensed child care provider in the state of Ohio with three years' experience in a private center, the position described in your Child Care Assistant Director posting on www.toledojobs.com is exactly what I seek.

illustration Hotel Manager

Each step on my current career path has allowed me to develop qualifications for the Hotel Manager position announced via the Hospitality Association Newsletter.

illustration International Buyer

As I read the position appearing on Any Corporation's website, I identified a number of specific qualifications I posses that match those you seek.

illustration Park Maintenance Supervisor

As a current town employee, it would be a wonderful and logical next step to serve within roles that would ask me to manage, motivate, hire, and train others to perform efficiently and professionally.

This sample calls attention to a portfolio that can be accessed online, which is convenient and easy for the recipient to review.

illustration Associate Desktop Publisher

In support of my candidacy for the Associate Desktop Publisher position on your firm's website, attached is a copy of my resume. Also, please review my portfolio at www.csmith.com.

These phrases demonstrate how to call attention to materials you are submitting in addition to your resume.

illustration Cosmetologist

Attached please find my resume, a list of references, and a letter of recommendation. While these documents do inform you of my professional experiences and capabilities, through an interview I can learn more about your vision for Any Boutique, what you expect of the Cosmetologist, and the nature of your clientele.

illustration Director of Public Works

Attached is a resume, a list of references, and performance reviews from the previous two years. All reveal past achievements.

illustration Editor

I am very interested in the Editor position listed on www.dallasmorningnewsjobs.com. Attached, please find my resume and a writing sample, both offered to support my candidacy and request for an interview.

illustration Meeting Planner

I would like to be Any Corporation's meeting planner. After reading your announcement in the San Francisco Chronicle, I was eager to share qualifications via the attached resume and letters of recommendation. After evaluating these documents, I hope you would allow me the opportunity to interview for this exciting opportunity.

These phrases show how to word a request to keep your application confidential.

illustration Dental Hygienist

I would like to interview for the Dental Hygienist position you advertised in the Times-Union. My concerns for current patients are such that I must ask that my candidacy remain confidential. While I am eager to interview, share my motivations and qualifications, and provide you with references, I ask you to please keep our communications private.

illustration Event Planner

Current circumstances require that my interest in this position remain confidential, but please be assured I am most definitely ready to interview and accept an offer if one were given.

These phrases mention crucial keywords that immediately make the applicants stand out.

illustration Photographer/Writer

Detailed on the enclosed resume and illustrated via samples of my work, I am an accomplished photographer with over ten years' experience in commercial and industrial photography, portraiture, and wedding photography. Published writings include A Shutterbug's Notes and Picture Your Pet, and I have broad experience creating printed and online newsletters, which involved all copy and graphics.

illustration Production Quality Control Manager

After seven years of progressively responsible experience in production, electro-mechanical assembly, soldering, testing, and total quality management with a precision manufacturing operation, I feel I have all the qualifications you require for the Production Quality Control Manager position.

illustration Program Coordinator

I am particularly qualified for this opportunity as a result of my double language major, my current enrollment in two language-proficiency certificate programs, as well as past experiences within tutorial and teaching roles.

illustration Site Location Supervisor

During the past fifteen years, my experiences as a developer, general contractor, owner, and property manager of residential, commercial, and industrial projects have been extensive. In conjunction with these projects, I was actively involved in investment analysis, whole loans and structured transactions, and financial control to assure quality completion within schedules and budgets.

illustration Technical Writer

As detailed on the attached resume, I am currently a Technical Writer and Senior Project Administrator at Rizzo Associates. Within these capacities, I complete all research, drafting, editing, and finalizing of documentation for a defense contractor.

This sample mentions a personal connection within the company that may help the applicant get his or her foot in the door.

illustration Senior HVAC Technician

At the suggestion of Donald Lee of your HVAC department, I am requesting an interview for the Senior HVAC Technician position recently posted on Any Corporation's website. Donald is well aware of my background, so he encouraged me to share my resume and request consideration for this opportunity.

These phrases can help you out if you're responding to a confidential listing. Note that each one mentions where the listing was found, and many focus on education, current employment, and professional achievements.

illustration Applications Programmer

After reviewing your posting in www.softwarejobs.com, I seek to become an active candidate for this position by submitting the attached resume via this web-based system.

illustration Assistant Personnel Officer

I would like to interview for the Assistant Personnel Officer position recently advertised in the Washington Post. As the attached resume indicates, I have extensive experience in personnel, including my most recent position as Assistant Staff Manager at Virginia General Hospital. To succeed in this capacity, I recruited and trained administrative and clerical staffs, ancillary and works department staffs, and professional and technical staffs. I also evaluated personnel, conducted disciplinary and grievance interviews, signed employees to contracts, and advised staff on conditions of employment, entitlements, and maternity leave.

illustration Biomedical Engineer

As I recently earned my undergraduate biomedical engineering degree, it is with great enthusiasm that I now seek to interview for the Engineering Trainee Position recently posted on www.biojobs.com.

illustration Business Consultant

I am responding to your advertisement for a Business Consultant in the Wall Street Journal. It is likely that my consulting experience with large and small businesses matches the requirements for this position.

illustration Legal Associate

Please consider me a strong candidate for the Legal Associate position advertised in Lawyers Weekly. Upon reading this announcement, I wanted to provide you the enclosed resume, recommendations, and transcripts. As you will note from my resume, I hold a Juris Doctor degree and recently received a Master of Tax and Accounting, with a concentration in estates and trust. Described on each of the supporting documents, my career started as a general practitioner, and, with time, become more involved in estate planning activities. Thus, it is with a comprehensive foundation of knowledge and professional experience that I now seek to interview for and, I hope, serve within the capacities of the Legal Associate.

illustration Librarian

I would like to apply for the position of Librarian advertised on www.libraryscience.com. In addition to an MLS degree and ALA accreditation, I have experience in varied settings. Professionally, my experience at the Kathryn Bell Library for the past eight years focused on patron services and education, my work within circulation and my reference desk roles enhanced the above capabilities. Prior, working within a private secondary school, I addressed issues pertinent to faculty, students, and parents. In all capacities, and via academic training, including a graduate degree in library science and undergraduate English major, I nurtured research, acquisition, as well as book manuscript, journal, and dissertations archival and retrieval efforts.

illustration Operations Manager

I would like to interview for the Operations Manager position recently posted in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. While the announcement does reveal some of what you are seeking, during an interview I can learn more about what you would expect of the next Operations Manager and target specific capabilities accordingly.

illustration Pharmaceutical Sales

After success selling tangible products and software services, it is with great focus and confidence that I now seek to interview for the Pharmaceutical Sales position recently posted on www.pharmjobs.com.

Phrases for Qualification and Motivation Paragraphs

These phrases communicate current and past job responsibilities by describing key tasks the applicants have performed. Notice how these phrases include strong action verbs and adverbs to grab the recipients' attention. Important job-specific keywords are also used.

illustration Administrative Assistant

By prioritizing tasks, managing time efficiently, and communicating effectively with those to whom I reported, as well as those who reported to me, I maximized the output and customer service efforts of a very demanding office.

illustration Administrative Judge

In this position, I utilized legal knowledge as well as research, analytical, and writing skills in addition to trial and negotiation talents to yield among my office's highest conviction rates.

illustration Analyst

I have monitored and analyzed accounts receivable and accounts payable, and I have worked with internal accountants to complete monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

illustration Assistant Curator

As the Classical Music Listings Coordinator for the Complete Musical Almanac summer and fall supplements, I updated a comprehensive database and oversaw creation of a system that stores and retrieves past editions, using keywords, dates, composers, and genre.

illustration Associate Desktop Publisher

Ten years of progressively responsible computer experience, all detailed on my resume, include researching, developing, and documenting the operational procedures of a software seller. I was responsible for all aspects of the design, creation, and dissemination of many, user-friendly, yet state-of-the-art, manuals. I also coordinated and published the sales and marketing of a newsletter distributed to key accounts and sales representatives.

illustration Campus Police Officer

Described in detail on the attached resume, in my present position I maintain the highest possible site and operations security for a defense contractor. Prior, for almost a decade, I served in the United States Army, maintaining peak law enforcement/security alertness and the welfare of all personnel. In that capacity, I received numerous letters of commendation for superior job performance.

illustration Case Manager

Noted on my resume, I have guided at-risk youth as well as inmates through individual counseling and structured programs. This involved extensive case documentation, referrals, and goal identification, as well as communication and interaction with boards of trustees, agency personnel, and others. All cases were clearly, concisely, and professionally tracked and documented, so appropriate groups, including psychologists, teachers, judges, and parole boards, could review them.

illustration Dentistry Department Manager

Through efficient tracking and control systems, budget planning, and administration, I have, and can continue to, generate cost savings and greater profit margins.

illustration Features Reporter

While earning dual degrees in Journalism and Fine Arts at Mount St. Mary's, I worked as editor-in-chief of the yearbook and as layout editor and reporter for the school's weekly newspaper, where I became proficient in desktop publishing.

illustration Hospital Administrator

I am a strong organizer, enthusiastic speaker, capable leader, and team player who can interface effectively with you, your Any Health Resource colleagues, medical professionals, as well as support staff and vendors.

illustration Legal Assistant

This fall and past summer, I interned for a small general practice firm, where I was entrusted with a great deal of responsibility. In paralegal capacities I researched, wrote, and proofed appellate briefs; composed memoranda pertaining corporate, contract, and criminal law; and drafted complaints and answers. I was an active participant in attorney-client conferences, interviewing clients, and addressing how the law affects clients' suits, as well as raising potential consequences of varied legal outcomes.

illustration Occupational Health Manager

I am a certified occupational health nurse with twenty-one years of experience developing and implementing occupational health programs. Each related position required sound knowledge of OSHA and general occupational health issues in manufacturing, research, and healthcare settings. I have served within diagnostic, patient care, physician support, education, training, and regulatory compliance roles.

illustration Photographer/Writer

Academically, I hold a Bachelor of Arts in English from Reed College, where relevant coursework included feature writing, photojournalism, and news reporting. I have attended seminars and workshops through the Fred Jones Workshop and the Winona School of Professional Photography. My photos have appeared in the Winona course catalog, BBI Printing Company's catalog, and numerous Smithco publications (including annual reports and newsletters). I wrote all copy for the above-cited books.

illustration Political Staffer

Currently, I am an Administrative Assistant at the State House in Providence, RI. In this role, my primary responsibilities include writing press releases, researching and drafting legislation, and consistent constituent contact. I have also worked with various committees and legislators regarding an array of legislative issues. Prior, I worked as an intern at the Lieutenant Governor's office and I actively worked for several political and social causes on campus and in the Boston, MA, area.

illustration Product Developer

I have more than ten years of experience in manufacturing R&D, management of new product development, and existing product redevelopment and upgrade. I am especially experienced with complex composite materials, precision metal castings, and PC board industries. In addition, I have extensive experience both as a teacher and a lecturer at several well-known universities; and have earned a PhD in Materials Science Engineering and completed undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering.

illustration Publisher's Assistant

As a current temporary assignment worker with Alltemps in Topeka, KS, I have become highly computer literate in both Macintosh and Windows operating systems and software programs. To accomplish all that is cited on my resume, I was organized and accurate, mastered new information rapidly, communicated effectively with supervisors, peers and subordinates, and I work well with diverse individuals.

illustration Restaurant Manager Trainee

I have held positions of responsibility in banquet and special event catering, function management, and restaurant food service operations. I have additional experience in front-desk operation of a conference facility. Within each position, I nurtured ever-improving organizational, leadership, training, and supervisory skills in settings dedicated to providing quality service and performance in high-volume operations.

illustration Television Camera Operator

At L.A. Productions, I was involved in all aspects of video production, supporting writing, direction, production, and editing efforts associated with three short 8-mm films and several music videos which were shot and edited using digital equipment.

The following phrases direct attention to specific sections of the applicants' resumes. Taking this approach is helpful when certain aspects (and not necessarily all aspects) of your professional or educational experience directly correlate to the job for which you're applying.

illustration Assistant Hospital Supervisor

Recently, I took a sabbatical and finished my Masters of Public Health at Emerson College, so I am now actively seeking opportunities to build upon academic and employment skill sets. Please focus particular attention on the summary of qualification section of my resume, for all competencies and potential to succeed as your Assistant Hospital Supervisor are clearly noted.

illustration Conference Coordinator

When making determinations regarding interviews, please focus attention on accomplishments associated with my roles as Director of Volunteer Services, specifically those related to planning and implementing annual educational, fundraising, and community-awareness events.

illustration Gemologist

The summary of qualification section of my resume highlights retail and manufacturing gemology experiences as well as previous public relations, sales, promotions, and retail achievements.

These phrases state how the job in question can help the applicants grow professionally.

illustration Athletic Director

Recently, I became responsible for running Yale University's boat-house and two national secondary rowing competitions. Over the past two seasons, I addressed all ordering, budgeting, donation solicitation, parts inventory, and travel arrangements for crew teams. I now wish to continue my relationships with secondary coaches and educators within administrative roles.

illustration Child Care Assistant Director

As AnyCenter's Assistant Director, I will continue my passionate commitment to children, yet expand my efforts to support the professional growth of my colleagues as well as effective marketing, parent relations, and management undertakings.

These phrases cite continued education and training these applicants have pursued. Including this information in your cover letter lets the recipient know how you've stayed current in your field.

illustration Chief Financial Officer

I have been a Certified Public Accountant for over two decades, completing continued professional studies required of updated certification. I have earned an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting. Most important, I have always supported the educational and professional development of my staff and hired those committed to continued learning and professional excellence.

illustration Home Economics Department Coordinator

Academically, in addition to earning a BS in Home Economics and Nutrition Education, I completed supplemental professional development with each employer since graduation. Additional training now includes specialized seminars in preventative nutrition, community outreach, and budget management, all taught by faculty of a well-respected teaching hospital.

illustration Senior HVAC Technician

I possess nine years of experience in after-warranty maintenance, preventive maintenance programs, and complete overhaul of major heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems. I have successfully installed and repaired systems within varied buildings and work settings, often in facilities that are challenging and requiring creativity as well as technical know-how. I have also completed extensive and continuous education and training on the latest and most cost-efficient energy and control systems.

These phrases point to figures that support the candidates' successes in their current jobs.

illustration Customer Service Manager

During my tenure, 55 percent of the entry-level staff I trained advanced to managerial positions within Fortmiller. I instilled within these men and women that customer service excellence does sustain loyalty, enhance sales, and, ultimately, yield profitability.

illustration Director of Public Works

As featured on my resume, I am an effective manager and budget administrator; and I have the ability to work with individuals and groups in construction/public works environments where concentration is on community services, safety, the environment, and constituency concerns.

These phrases provide some insight into the applicants' interests and clarify why the applicants are seeking out these positions considering their work experiences to date.

illustration Park Maintenance Supervisor

For the past twelve years, I have held positions within the Youngstown Fire Department. Although my current position is secure and rewarding, it is strictly administrative and does not allow me to physically participate, as I have in the past, in actual firefighting or other hands-on activities that provide the outdoor work environment I most enjoy. The Park Maintenance Supervisor position described in your advertisement matches motivations and qualifications presented on my resume and in this letter.

illustration Pharmacist

Since graduating from the University of the Pacific School of Pharmacy, I have successfully completed all professional roles and responsibilities while working within a hospital setting. While my experiences at the David Grant Medical Center were challenging and rewarding, I now seek a position that will allow me to continue my career development within a retail pharmacy setting.

illustration State Administrator

While my previous positions have been challenging, rewarding, and broad in scope, I now wish my expertise to be utilized to by Any Organization. Your mission to provide lobbying and financial support for those individuals and groups committed to the education of deserving students is one I seek to transform into record-breaking fundraising, dynamic public relations, and effective policy papers.

The following sample shows phrases used to communicate interest in a job posting with a regional focus, as well a willingness to relocate to the specified region.

illustration Travel Agent

Relocation to Connecticut motivates me to respond enthusiastically to your posting. Recent efforts coordinating all travel and accommodations for those attending a major conference held at the Mohegan Sun have enhanced my relationship with the Greater Connecticut Convention and Visitor's Bureau and the Connecticut Chamber of Commerce and heightened my awareness of this region. I now strongly believe in my potential to market services to people traveling to and from Connecticut, for business as well as personal reasons.

The phrases that follow share a common trait: They are organized in bullet points. Using bullet points in your cover letter communicates information quickly and effectively. That's especially important when you're competing against hundreds of other applicants for the same job. The phrases you use in bullet points need to be short and direct. This is another situation where the use of clear action verbs and adverbs is key.

illustration Assistant Editor

Through internships, co-curriculars, and practical experience, I now offer Any Corporation:

illustration Associate Desktop Publisher

Successful completion of the projects detailed on my resume require skills that match those stated as required of the Associate Desktop Publisher post. These qualifications include:

illustration Claims Adjuster

In summary, my qualifications, motivations, and achievements include:

illustration Clinical Research Nurse

As a result of patient care- and research-related experiences, I have nurtured the skills stated as required in the posting. These include:

illustration Cosmetologist

Now, at the Other Boutique, I am proud to say that I have:

illustration Dental Hygienist

Summarizing all that appears on the attached resume, I offer:

illustration Editor

Detailed on my resume, specific abilities and achievements of mine that match the stated requirements include:

illustration Event Planner

I am confident my six years of experience in public relations with a focus on event planning have prepared me to succeed in the position described in the posting. I offer you and your Any Corporation colleagues:

illustration Field Finance Manager

It would be with great focus and confidence that I would:

illustration Loan Officer

Qualifications, capabilities, and achievements all detailed on the resume include:

illustration Office Receptionist

In summary, my receptionist and administrative skills include:

illustration Public Relations Associate

I would like to touch on particular aspects of my background that should be of interest to you. These include:

illustration Purchasing Agent

When starting my career, as purchasing clerk and now as a Senior Buyer who wishes to become your next Purchasing Agent, I have learned to:

illustration Social Worker

Previewing and reviewing what appears on the resume, I offer the following:

illustration Technical Writer

Summarizing what appears on the attached resume, the capabilities and abilities I will use to succeed at Any Tech include:

illustration Telemarketer

My achievements to date include:

Qualifications, gained with ESP Telecom and the Test Review Education Group include:

Phrases for Closing Paragraphs

These phrases show how you could handle wording the request for an interview.

illustration Administrative Assistant

I hope you will give me the opportunity to discuss the available position with you.

illustration Administrative Judge

I welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications with the selection committee.

illustration Assistant Curator

I have often relied on the resources available at Any Music Library, and I would welcome the opportunity to join your curatorial staff. I would be happy to discuss the position with you further.

illustration Assistant Editor

I hope you will give me the opportunity to discuss your expectations for this position and the above bullets, point by point.

illustration Assistant Hospital Supervisor

I would be interested in speaking with you further regarding this position.

illustration Associate Desktop Publisher

I will be visiting Richmond next week, and I would be happy to meet with you at your convenience.

illustration Campus Police Officer

I would like to discuss my qualifications and outline the potential I have to be a strong member of your security force.

illustration Case Manager

I would welcome a meeting to discuss my academic as well as professional background and to learn more about the undertakings of Any Agency.

illustration Child Care Assistant Director

During an interview I can elaborate upon qualifications cited in this letter and the Summary of Qualifications on my resume. Ideally, we might also discuss the inspiration I gained and sought to give as the author of the children's book Home We Go! I would appreciate the opportunity to speak to you further about this position.

illustration Claims Adjuster

I hope I can share my qualifications for the Claims Adjuster position with Any Insurance. My salary requirements are appropriate for the position, so please let's discuss my desire to become a strong contributor to your claims efforts.

illustration Customer Service Manager

It would be with enthusiasm and confidence that I would interview for this exciting opportunity. I do hope that after you review my resume, as well as the attached training memos, that you will wish to discuss my customer service experience.

illustration Dental Hygienist

I look forward to meeting with you and further discussing my desires to join your team.

illustration Dentistry Department Manager

Through a telephone or in-person interview, I can detail information regarding the above accomplishments and learn more about your visions for the dentistry department.

illustration Director of Public Works

I am confident of my ability to direct an efficient, cost-effective, and productive department. In order to translate this confidence into performance-focused outcomes, I must convince you and your selection committee colleagues of my potential to serve as the next Director of Public Works. I will call your office next week to see if it would be appropriate to schedule a meeting.

illustration Editor

I do hope to have the chance to expand upon the above bullets and describe how much my efforts at Books R Cool prepared me to succeed at Any Corporation.

illustration Event Planner

I welcome the opportunity to meet with you to further discuss my qualifications and your expectations for Any Corporation's next Event Planner.

illustration Film Archivist

I will call soon to confirm receipt of this e-mail and, I do hope, to arrange a telephone or in-person interview.

illustration Fundraiser

I look forward to speaking with you about my qualifications and your expectations for the Fundraiser who will be joining you and your Any Organization colleagues.

illustration Gemologist

After you have reviewed my qualifications, I would appreciate interviewing with you for this position. Perhaps an initial telephone conversation could be followed by a lengthier in-person discussion?

illustration Home Economics Department Coordinator

I will be in Seattle next week. Would it be possible to meet to discuss my qualifications for this position?

illustration Hospital Administrator

Through a telephone or in-person interview I can reiterate the qualifications presented in this letter and on the accompanying resume. Most important, during our meeting I can learn about your goals for Any Health Resource Corporation and your expectations for the next Hospital Administrator.

illustration Hotel Manager

I would welcome the chance to speak by phone or in person regarding this position. I will be attending the Hospitality Association Conference next week. If you will be there, perhaps we could meet then?

illustration International Buyer

I do hope that you will allow me the opportunity to expand upon the attached resume via an interview.

illustration Legal Assistant

During an initial telephone interview and, subsequent to my relocation, via an in-person meeting, I would be happy to detail my qualifications and motivations to join Any Law Firm as a Legal Assistant.

illustration Television Camera Operator

I look forward to sharing my tapes with you and interviewing for this position. I hope to hear from you regarding a mutually convenient meeting.

These phrases express the candidates' intentions to make future contact.

illustration Meeting Planner

I will call to discuss your thoughts regarding an interview and, ideally, to creatively share ideas about your next events.

illustration Multimedia Specialist

Of course, I will call to discuss your thoughts regarding my candidacy.

illustration Newspaper Intern

I will call your office next week to confirm receipt of my resume and inquire about the possibility of an interview.

illustration Office Receptionist

I will call to discuss your thoughts regarding next steps.

illustration Pharmacist

I will call to confirm receipt of this e-mail and to arrange either an in-person or telephone interview.

illustration Political Staffer

I will call to discuss your thoughts regarding my candidacy and, if you believe appropriate, to arrange an interview.

illustration Production Quality Control Manager

I will call to confirm receipt of this fax (originals to follow in the mail) and to discuss your assessment of my background.

illustration Public Relations Associate

I will call to confirm receipt of this letter and, if you judge it appropriate, to arrange an interview at a mutually convenient time and date.

illustration Publisher's Assistant

I will call in a week to schedule a convenient time to discuss my qualifications and your expectations.

illustration Researcher

I will call to confirm receipt of this letter and to discuss your thoughts regarding whether a phone or in-person interview would be appropriate.

illustration Restaurant Manager Trainee

I will call to confirm receipt of this fax (originals will follow in the mail) and to arrange a mutually convenient time and date for an interview.

These phrases show how you might indicate that a reference will be in touch or that transcripts and/or a letter of recommendation is forthcoming.

illustration Biomedical Engineer

I will e-mail a copy of my transcript and a letter of recommendation soon to further support my candidacy.

illustration Operations Manager

In addition, soon I will be forwarding a reference list and letters of recommendation to support my candidacy. I trust all documentation assists you with your deliberations.

illustration Preschool Director

To assist with your deliberation, I asked the first person listed on the attached reference page to contact you regarding my abilities.

illustration Translator

Also find enclosed letters of recommendation.

These phrases very simply thank the reader of the cover letter for their consideration. There are many ways to word this, although the message is more or less the same.

illustration Pharmaceutical Sales

I appreciate your reviewing the attached documents, and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

illustration Purchasing Agent

I appreciate your consideration of my candidacy and look forward to your reply. Thank you.

illustration State Administrator

I appreciate your time and look forward to speaking with you.

illustration Store Manager

Thank you for reviewing my credentials. I look forward to speaking with you.