Make the right impression - Start with a professional letter
As you move from student to professional you will come across many different
types of letters, memos, e-mails, etc. Remember, there is no single formula
or model letter that will work for every occasion. In your career search you
can happen across letters such as these:
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Type of Letter
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Brief Description
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Application Letter
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When a company has posted a job you will use this type of letter to
respond. The introductory paragraph will state the position and where
you found the posting.
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Prospecting Letter
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Sometimes companies are not hiring now, but that does not mean they
will not be hiring in the future. You can send a letter that lets the
employer you researched their company; you value their mission and
would love to be kept in mind for when a position opens up. This is
also the time to highlight your skills and abilities.
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Networking Letter
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Send a letter to your former employers, friends, family, professional
networking contacts, etc., letting them know you are looking for a
position. Ask the individual if they could refer any contacts or
companies that might be hiring.
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Thank You Letter
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Always send a Thank You Letter! If an individual acted as your
reference send them a handwritten thank you note. If you just had an
interview turn around and immediately send a thank you letter.
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Acceptance Letter
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If you are offered a position you can send an acceptance letter.
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Withdrawal Letter
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If you realize the position or the company is not what you want, be
polite and send a withdrawal letter. Thank them for taking the time to
look over your resume or if you had a chance to interview and politely
let them know you have to withdraw your interest.
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Rejection Letter
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If you are offered a position and you decide not to take it, follow up
with a rejection letter.
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Examples of these letters and how to construct them can be found on your CU
Career Services eRecruiting site.