Exercise (Use a Template to Create a Cover Letter)

• Click File on the menu bar. Choose New.
• Click the Letters & Faxes tab.
• Click on Contemporary Letter.
• Click OK.
• Type 33 - 3rd Street
  Brandon, Manitoba
  R5V 1G6
  in the [Click here and type return address] box
  (Ensure the words [Click here and type return address] are deleted)
• Delete the words "Company Name Here"
  Type Brandon Community College
  Personnel Services
  4567 Victoria Avenue
  Brandon, Manitoba
  R5G 0K8
• Highlight the paragraph "Type your letter here. For more details on modifying this letter template, double-click * To return to this letter, use the Window menu."

I am responding regarding the System Analyst position which was posted at the Brandon College's Student Resource Centre. Enclosed please find a copy of my resume for your perusal. I am confident that I would prove to be a valuable asset to your organization. As my resume indicates, I posess excellent oral and written communication skills, which will help when developing on-line systems as part of a team. I have an excellent base knowledge of microcomputers and have studied structured analysis.

I would very much appreciate an opportunity to discuss my qualifications and expectations in an interview. If you should deem this beneficial, I can be contacted at (204) 123-0987.

Thank you in advance for considering my application. I look forward to hearing from you.

• Type your name in the[Click here and type your name] box.
• Delete the words [Click here and type job title].
• At the bottom of the page delete the words [Click here and type slogan].
• Your completed letter should look something like this: