Cover Letter
Cover Letter/Letter of intent:
Write cover letters specifically addressed to your mentors!
The Letter of Intent/cover letter will be typed using Arial or Times New Roman font, size 12pt. only. The outline for the letter can be found below (pay attention to the spacing). Copy the outline into a document and use as your guide.
When your letter is complete attach it to the proper assignment on Google Classroom. If your letter requires revisions, address these areas and resubmit.
Letter Outline:
Student’s Street Address (You can put the names of the team members)
City, State Zip Code (Should be the School address)
Date Written (i.e. April 24, 2018)
Mr./Ms. First & Last Name of Mentor
Street Address
City, State Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name of Mentor:
Paragraph 1: Introduce yourself. Clearly state the purpose of the project. Identify the field that your project is going to be focused on (your areas of interest).
Paragraph 2: State clearly and explain a minimum of three reasons why you chose the field/project to work on.
Paragraph 3: Explain how the field/project choice will help you meet some of your more general personal goals in life.
Sincerely,
Your Signature
First & Last Name Typed
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Format: one page, signed. Follow the instructions on my website
Be mentor Specific: you should have some names of possible mentors in your areas of interest by now.
Do your research: actually research the possible mentors’ areas of expertise and work/professional experience.
Briefly Introduce yourself and your achievements related to your project goals.
Write some general final project ideas. TIP: what would you like to do? Start from the problem you want to solve, or the societal need you want to tackle. Have a vision!!!
Proofing: have at least 3 different people read your cover letter before you submit it
Mentor’s time: Be specific about what do you want from your mentor. Be specific about the time commitment/involvement you expect from your mentor (these are usually busy professionals) Remember, Mentors should help you narrowing down your idea for the capstone project.
Portfolio: Insert a link to your STEM weebly portfolio
Plan B and C: If you plan to work with the plane mentors have a plan B. Only 12 spaces per class are available. In any case contact at least 3 mentors.
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