August 13, 2021

Good day, I am writing to apply as an intern at the “Social Watch Philippines”. I am an

incoming fourth-year student at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. I’m very interested
to work in this field and welcome the opportunity to bring my strong written and verbal
communication skills, creativity, and experience to your office

As an enthusiast of knowledge, I find joy in learning different things despite the

challenges of online learning. While succeeding in university is important, I find that immersing
myself in real-life cases and advocacies is equally significant. During my years as a public
administration student, we were exposed to different conflicts and scenarios which gave me the
opportunity to be more critical, and socially aware as this is your weapon not to be bombarded
and subject for public discourse. Moreover, I was able to use my creativity to further develop
myself as a career person so that I can have the potential to give back to my community by
crafting projects and program for community involvement and growth. In the said role, I
researched, drafted a business plan and possible policy to foster innovation and protection to
public welfare. Also, I was part of one of the most sought events of the Civil Service
Commission, the Symposium, where I intern as secretariat and was given the opportunity to
joined research and financial discussion by well-known speakers from different fields in the
Philippines. While I have learned a lot from those versatile exposures, I envision myself as a
citizen serving the public given my heart for service and personal advocacies. I aim to make the
most of my time in university by contributing to an institution that resonates with my values such
as the “Social Watch Philippines”.

I am humbly asking for your good office to consider my application for the online
internship program because as an individual that gives his heart to the public, I know that this
agency is the best place for a student like me to learn and advocate, for the effective, efficient,
and equitable administration. This is a good venue and the right opportunity to contribute and use
my skills and expertise productively to create a greater ripple which I have always envisioned.

As an aspiring applicant and future servant in this state, I know that there is a social
responsibility to further serve the people, be the voice of the voiceless, and relentlessly uphold
truth and justice. While spreading awareness, courage, and truth to the public. This opportunity is
significant and will also serve as a good foundation as I prepare to be a public servant that
prioritizes public welfare. I understand that the Social Watch Philippines needs people who are
not just passionate but also excellent. These are the two things that I continuously aspire to
emulate not just in my academics but in any of my commitments.

I hope to have the opportunity to work and learn at your esteemed office, as I believe that
my burning passion and desire would help me welcome the opportunity of bringing my
competencies, experiences, and creativity to the agency

With grit,

Paul John D. San Pedro