[Recruiter Name]

[His/her Job Title]

[Company Name]
[Company Address]

[Your First and Last Name]

[Your Phone Number]
[Your Email Address]

[Date]

Dear [Recruiter’s Name],

I am a [School Year + Name of University + Major] OR [Job Title + Division + Name of Company you work
at]. I recently came across your company through [Contact Name / Networking Event Name / etc.] and
was impressed by the company’s [track record / work culture / learning opportunities etc.] As such, it is
with great interest that I am applying to the [Name of Position + Name of Company].

I am particularly attracted to [Name of Company] for its [opportunities / clients / impact etc. (give
examples wherever possible)]. Specifically, I am very interested in [Name of position OR department] for
its ability to [Name of Company] for its [opportunities / clients / impact etc. (give examples wherever
possible)]. As I outline below, my work experience and background have fostered many of the
competencies I consider imperative for this role.

I have previously [Interned / Worked at…]. At the job, I worked on [Market Research / Financial
Modeling / etc. (try to give examples and quantify wherever possible)]. Through this experience, I have
gained valuable skills for [Name of Position + Name of Company] such as [financial modeling / attention
to detail / working under pressure etc.].

I have also [Interned / Worked at…]. At the job, I worked on [Market Research / Financial Modeling / etc.
(try to give examples and quantify wherever possible)]. Through this experience, I have gained valuable
skills for [Name of Position + Name of Company] such as [financial modeling / attention to detail /
working under pressure etc.].

[OPTIONAL] As for my background, I was raised in [city + country]. My time there gave me exposure to
[whatever you think is relevant such as large business transactions / inequality / opportunities etc.],
which prompted me to pursue a career in the financial services industry.

I am confident that my background, education, and work experience will yield the right set of skills for
the [Name of Position + Name of Company] and look forward to contributing to [Company Name]
ongoing success. A copy of my resume is attached to the application for your reference. Thank you very
much for your time and consideration in reviewing my application.

Sincerely,

[Signature (OPTIONAL)]

[Your First and Last Name]