SAMPLE prospecting letter

632A Magazine Street

New Orleans, LA 70118

January 01, 2025

Ms. Brenda Winters

Public Relations Manager

ACME Corporation

44 1/2 103rd Street

New York, NY 10026

Dear Ms. Winters:

The recent Wall Street Journal article concerning your new line of products and upcoming expansion piqued my interest in your company. This must be an exciting time for your department and I wish to inquire about openings. I believe I have the qualities and qualifications to be an effective part of your team.

I will be graduating from Loyola University New Orleans in May with a degree in communications concentrating in public relations. In many of my courses I worked with a team to develop comprehensive public relations strategies for a variety of projects. In addition to my coursework, I gained media relations and research experience through my internships at the Denton Corporation and Benton & Sutherland. Additionally, I worked this past summer for the National Education Foundation, assuming responsibility for media relations for a variety of fund-raising events. These courses and experiences have provided me with an excellent foundation for a career in public relations.

My resume is enclosed for your consideration. I will be in New York during the week of my Spring Break (March 10-17), and would like the opportunity to discuss further the qualifications outlined on my enclosed resume. I will call you in two weeks to discuss a date and time convenient for you.

Sincerely,

Sonny M. Redmond

Enclosure

SAMPLE APPLICATION LETTER

6330 St. Charles Ave., Apt. C

New Orleans, LA 70118

November 1, 2025

Dr. David Benner

Lab Supervisor

ACME Labs

5620 ACME Way

Houston, TX 77572

Dear Dr. Benner:

I am applying for the position of Research Assistant (position # E3467) which was advertised November 1 with the Loyola University New Orleans Counseling & Career Services Center. The position seems to fit well with my education, experience, and career interests.

Your position requires familiarity with experiment design, data collection, and statistical analysis. With a major in biology, I have training in a variety of experimental modeling techniques and have gathered experience with many types of lab equipment. My practical experience on the research team of Dr. Gerber gave me valuable exposure to data collection and statistical analysis methods. Additionally, I have worked as a statistics tutor for the past two years. The enclosed resume further details my qualifications.

My knowledge and experience coupled with an interest in biological research closely match your requirements. I am confident that I can be an effective member of your research team. Furthermore, I am interested in your current work and believe that it has great significance to the field of biology. It would be an honor to work with you and your team.

I would like the opportunity to meet with you to discuss this opportunity and my qualifications further. I shall call you next week to see if a meeting can be arranged. Should you need to reach me, please feel free to call me at 555-5555.

Thank you again for your consideration. I look forward to talking with you.

Sincerely,

Brandon Frank

Sample thank-you letter

784 Conti Street

New Orleans, LA 70118

January 1, 2025

Ms. Cynthia Fonder

Maxwell Bank & Trust

687 Money Road

San Francisco, CA 90453

Dear Ms. Fonder,

Thank you for taking the time to speak with me yesterday concerning your Financial Management Training Program. I was quite impressed with the enthusiasm you displayed for Maxwell Bank & Trust and the hospitality extended by you and your staff. Learning about your recent acquisitions and expansions into new markets in Northern California was exciting and demonstrated your leadership in the field.

Your description of the qualifications needed to be successful in your Management Training Program was especially encouraging. My ability to work in a team environment as well as my commitment to customer service have already been proved in my internship with the Barbers of America Credit Union. As I stated during our meeting, I enjoy a challenging and competitive environment.

Thank you for considering me for your Financial Management Training Program. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Yours truly,

Brenda Pelo

SAMPLE ACCEPTANCE LETTER

4785 Transcontinental Ave

Metairie, LA 70006

January 1, 2025

Mr. Butch Racool

Human Resources Manager

Bastel Manufacturing

672 Poydras St., Suite 4500

New Orleans, LA 70112

Dear Mr. Racool,

I am writing to confirm the receipt of your letter offering me the position as a System Analyst at an annual salary of $42,000. I am very pleased to accept this offer and am proud to have been selected.

As we discussed on the phone, I will report to work at 8:30 am on June 6 and will have completed the medical examination and drug testing by that date. I look forward to working with you and your fine team. I appreciate your confidence in me and am very happy to be joining your technical staff.

Sincerely,

Beth Debrial

SAMPLE WITHDRAWAL LETTER

783 Navarro Street

New Orleans, LA 70112

January 1, 2025

Ms. Karen Jones

Human Resources Administrator

Fimar, Inc.

35 Manufacturing Row

St. Louis, MO 00114

Dear Ms. Jones:

I wish to withdraw my application for the Account Executive position with your Marketing Department. I have been exploring several employment possibilities over the last few months. This week I accepted a position that fits both my interests and goals.

Thank you very much for considering me for your position.

Sincerely,

Marge Blanchfield

SAMPLE REJECTION LETTER

6120 Jefferson Highway

Jefferson, LA 70121

January 1, 2025

Mr. Stan Green

Recruiting Coordinator

Green Dog Publications

1100 Louisiana Ave.

Houston, TX 77005

Dear Mr. Green:

Thank you for the offer that you extended for an internship position in your Client Relations Department. The offer was very attractive, and I had much to consider in reaching my decision.

Unfortunately I must decline your offer of employment to take a position in the advertising department of Action Figures Magazine. The deciding factors included the fact that they are located in my home town and that I hope to work with a magazine upon graduation.

I appreciate your interest in me and wish to express again my gratitude for your courtesy and consideration.

Sincerely,

Charles Oh