Sometimes, employers or people in your network will request that you send them your resume instead of submitting it through an application system.

Simple answer: Short! 

The items on this list must appear in your email:

• Hello Mr./Ms. -or- Dear Hiring Committee:

• Identify position and company

• Brief statement on how you relate to the role

• How to reach you

• Thank you/sincerely

• Attached your documents (cover letter and resume)

Dear Hiring Committee:

I am writing to you today regarding the <position title> opportunity currently available at <company name>. As an experienced <give yourself a title related to the job>, I am very interested in learning more about this opportunity and becoming a valuable member of your team.

Attached you will find my cover and resume, both of which will detail my understanding of the <field name> field.

Thank you in advance for your consideration, and I hope to connect with you soon.

Sincerely,

Name

Phone

Email

Hello Ms. Beach,

I am writing to you today regarding the logistics internship opportunity currently available at the Port of Long Beach. As an experienced logistics student, I am very interested in learning more about this opportunity and becoming a valuable member of your team.

Attached you will find my cover and resume, both of which will detail my understanding of the logistics and global trade field.

Thank you in advance for your consideration, and I hope to connect with you soon.

Sincerely,

Juan Cabrillo

562-951-7700

jcabrillo@fakeemail.com