Letter of Interest Template

To start off, you need to know that a letter of interest is exactly what it sounds like. As in, it is a letter to express your interest in specific organization(s). These letters of interest are also, often, known as cover letters. They are written to show the writer's interest in a job or occupation that the recipient were to offer them. Letters of interest are simple, short, concise and to the point. You need not dictate the story of your life in these letters, just your object of interest.

While I would love to word out each and every detail of how these letters have to be written, I think it would be easier to just give you a few templates of letter of interest examples to use. I think it would make it easier for you to understand it. Nonetheless, I can't stop myself from throwing light on a few points that one should pay attention to.

• Keep the letter about a page or two in length. Any shorter would seem incomplete, and longer would seem too long to read.
• Give it a personal touch. Research and find out who is the person to whom the letter should be addressed. Address the letter to that person, specifically.
• While it is important that you don't brag about yourself too much, don't feel shy to sell yourself. Let the reader know that you are a viable candidate.
• Do not have the same letter for all the applications that you send out. Personalize your letter for each application on the basis of the place you are applying at. This will connect to the reader better.
• Avoid repeating your resume. Many people cite their credentials (which are already there in the resume) in the letter of interest. Avoid doing that. Let the letter be your narration of why you are a good option for the position.

Now, you know the essentials of the letter of interest. So, we can now move on to the templates. Each template of letter of interest format is in using a different letter writing format, and each template is for a different purpose.

Letter of Interest Template # 1

There can be a couple of different ways to format your letter of interest. However, do keep in mind to follow one particular format every time you send the letter to organizations.

Your Name Your Address Your City, State, Zip Code Your Phone Number Your Email Date Name of Organization Job Title Street Address City, State, Zip Salutation (Dear Mr./Ms. Last name), The first paragraph is showing interest in that particular organization or business. Tell them how you got to know about them and why would you like to join them. Also mention that you would appreciate if the organization will provide further details about themselves and any available opportunities. The second paragraph needs to be a bit more thorough; not necessarily lengthy. It should contain information about yourself, your education qualifications, and professional background and achievements. However, feel free to add its impact on you. Also state your reason for applying to this organization. Add the third paragraph to provide your contact information. Mention that your resume in attached to this letter and when is the best time to reach you during the day. The last paragraph is a conclusion. It should be confident, yet hopeful. Sincerely, Your Signature Your Typed Name

Letter of Interest Template # 2

As you can see, there are visible changes in the format or structure of the letter. However, the contents (the information) that has to be included in the letter remains the same. The template or format of the letter doesn't change anything.

Your Name Your Address Your City, State, Zip Code Your Phone Number Your Email Date Name of Organization Job Title Street Address City, State, Zip Salutation (Dear Mr./Ms. Last name), The first paragraph is showing interest in that particular organization or business. Tell them how you got to know about them and why would you like to join them. Also mention that you would appreciate if the organization will provide further details about themselves and any available opportunities. The second paragraph needs to be a bit more thorough; not necessarily lengthy. It should contain information about yourself, your education qualifications, and professional background and achievements. However, feel free to add its impact on you. Also state your reason for applying to this organization. Add the third paragraph to provide your contact information. Mention that your resume in attached to this letter and when is the best time to reach you during the day. The last paragraph is a conclusion. It should be confident, yet hopeful. Sincerely, Name Signature

A letter of interest comes in the business letter category. I hope that these letter of interest templates and the information before them will now help you at writing an amazing letter of interest.