Writing a Letter of Interest for a Job

Well, the first time my cousin came and asked me what is a letter of interest and how to go about writing letter of interest for a job, I knew the source of his confusion. After I solved his doubt, I figured many more must be having a similar problem. So, here I am, using my power of mass communication to help everyone. Read intently, and don't let the focus waver.

What is a Letter of Interest
A letter or interest is a letter that one would write to a prospective employer to let him know of one's interest in a post in their organization. It is often known as a cover letter, a letter of intent, etc. A letter of interest is read before a resume and hence, is in fact the first impression on the prospective employer. As such, it needs to be in accordance to the job that one is applying for. Read more on cover letter formats.

How to Write a Letter of Interest for a Job
While writing letter of interest for a job, there are a few things to be kept in mind. As I have already mentioned, it is the first impression that you make on a prospective employer. So the letter has to be well drafted. Here are a few ways in which you could go about writing a letter of intent for a job.

Firstly, a letter of intent ideally, will have 3 paragraphs. The first paragraph will be an introduction of yours. It will contain your name and educational qualification. You also need to verbalize your interest in the job in this paragraph. The second paragraph will contain information on how your skills and abilities will be of use to the organization. In turn, you also need to put down how working with the organization will help you. This will let the prospective employer know that you are looking for that particular job for a reason other that just a salary. You also need to put down your skills in a suggestive manner, not very directly. However, just enough to let them know of your skills and have them curious about it. In your last paragraph you need to repeat your interest in the job. Make sure that your keenness shows in the letter however, you can excuse the desperation. Also, give the reader details to contact you back in case your services are to be of any use to them. Read more on resume cover letter.

Here is a general example of how the flow of the letter can go:

Romulous Wilson 56th Avenue, New York To, The Head of Human Resources Redson and Creed 344 Western Lane New York. Subject: Application for an opportunity to work for your organization. Dear Sir, The word in the market has been that your organization is in requirement for a new engineer. I would like to apply for this position in your esteemed organization. I am a graduate in Information and Technology and have also completed my Engineering honors. In addition to both these degrees, I have completed a post-graduate diploma in Computers and software. I have been working with Jensons and Maybels in Los Angeles, but had to move here for personal reasons. I strongly feel that my skills and qualifications would be of good use in your organization and it would be an honor for me to work with your organization. I am sure that my application and letter of interest will not go unseen. I have attached my Resume along with this letter to furnish you with more details about me. Looking forward to hearing from you at the earliest, Sincerely, Romulous Wilson 555-555-555

As you saw, the letter need not be very long or descriptive. While writing letter of interest for a job, remember that your resume or CV has to be attached to this letter. As such, that will give detailed information to your prospecting letter of interest reader. Adhere to all letter writing rules and regulations while writing this letter. Read more on cover letters for resumes.

For more information, refer to the following links:

• Effective Cover Letters and Resumes
• Sample Letter of Intent For a Job

This is where I sign off! Hope this article has helped you out. All the best.