Job Letters & Resume
A cover letter is a one page document that you send with your resume when applying for a job. It is meant to: Introduce yourself to the hiring manager. Argue why you'd be a
good fit for the job.
What is a cover letter for a job?
A cover letter is a document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your
skills and experience. The letter typically provides detailed information on why you are qualified
for the job you are applying for. A cover letter typically accompanies each resume you send out.
What do you write in a cover letter?
The three main objectives of your cover letter are to: introduce yourself, identify the position you
are applying for, and explain how you found out about the position. Explain how you are
qualified for the position and why you would be a great fit for the job. Request an interview and
thank the employer.
The basic elements of a cover letter
• Greeting: Address your cover letter to the proper person.
• Opening: Write a personable, inviting opening paragraph that highlights how your skills
are a perfect fit to the job.
• Catch: Highlight your past achievements as they relate to the job you're applying for.
Model Cover Letter 1
Write a job letter for the post of Shipping Manager
Mr. Ismail Hossain,
General Manager
Bina Shipping
467 Sheikh Mujib Road, Chittagong
Dear Mr Hossain,
You want some managers who are truthful, wholehearted and skilled. You want someone who
really cares for the customers and can talk to them in English. You need somebody who
understands merchandising. If my assumptions are correct, please consider me for the job.
Working as assistant manager in a big company like Chittagong Shipping Company has taught
me how challenging a career in shipping business might be. Moreover, my B.B.A from IBA,
Dhaka University will provide you with a well-rounded associate.
Sincerely,
(Signature)
Mahejabin Talukder
Enclosures:
i) All educational Certificates
ii) 1 experience Certificate
iii) 3 copies passport size photograph(attested)
iv) 1 copy resume
Model Cover Letter 2
Write a job letter for the post of Economic Researcher:
Director
Human Resources
Bangla Bank 22F,
Crane Square Dilkusha C/A,
Dhaka
Dear Sir,
In response to your advertisement published in daily The Independent on 10th June for the post of
an Economic researcher I offer myself for the post. Having majored in statistics at the Shahjalal
University of Science and Technology, I am confident that I would make a successful addition to
your economics research department.
In addition to my strong background in statistics, I offer considerable business experience,
having worked in a data processing firm, a hotel and a shipping company. I am sure that my
courses in computer programming would prove particularly useful in an entry-level position.
I am attracted to Bangla Bank by the recent fast growth and the superior reputation of your
Economic Research Department. After studying different commercial banks, I can say with
confidence that Bangla Bank will be in a strong competitive position to benefit from imminent
changes in the industry.
I would like to interview with you at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
(Signature)
Malabika.
Model Resume
M. Hasan
Mobile-01712117888, [email protected]
Objective : Management position
Experience : * Financial analyst; Rabs Ltd, Dhaka; July 2011 to present
* Prepare annual reports
* Negotiate agreements with other companies.
* Staff Accountant; Karim Builders, Chittagong, August 2010 to June 2011
* Created a computer programme to keep accounts
* Handled budgeting and bulling
Education : M.B.A. 2009-2010
Dhaka University
M.A(English) 2008-2009
Chittagong University
HSC (Science) 2007
Dhaka Board
SSC (Science) 2005
Jessore Board
Language Skill : Fluent in English
Computer Skill : MS word, MS Excel.
Special quality : Newscaster in Bangladesh Television, Dhaka.
Training : Office Management 2007-2008
Personal Information :
Name : M. Hasan
Father's Name : Mr. Maksud Alam
Mother's Name : Mrs. Nasreen Alam
Present Address: 234 Kalyanpur, Dhaka.
Mobile-01712117888
[email protected]
Permanent Address: Vill. Ullah P.O. Kaligonj, Dist.- Jhenidah
Date of Birth : 1
st February, 1984
Religion : Islam (Sunni)
Marital Status : Unmarried
Nationality : Bangladeshi
References :
Dr. Mokarram Hossain
Prof. Medicine
Dhaka Medical Collge, Dhaka.
Model Job Letter
1. Read the following advertisement from the Daily News, dated 25 May 2015, and then
write a cover letter and a CV response to it.
Teacher Wanted
An assistant teacher with a good command of spoken and written English is required for an
English medium school in East-West school, Dhaka to teach English language in ‘O’ level
classes. Attractive salary for suitable candidates with at least BA (Honours) in English. Apply
with complete bio-data by 25 May to:
The Headmaster East-West School
Poltan, Dhaka.
To
The Headmaster
East-West School
Paltan, Dhaka.
Dear Sir,
I have looked carefully at the job requirement of an assistant teacher, advertised by you in the
Bangladesh Observer of 15 May 2015 and I feel confident that I possess the requisite
qualifications and experience. I should feel grateful if you would kindly consider me for the post.
For your consideration I like to let you know that I have passed Hons, in English in 2007 and
Masters in English in 2008 Now I am teaching as an English teacher in an English Medium
School.
I would very much appreciate your giving me a chance to be interviewed. I would then be able to
give you further details about myself and my work which should help you in judging my
suitability for the post.
Yours faithfully,
Mr. Mahabul Alam
Enclosures : i. Resume (l copy)
ii. All educational Certificates (4 copies)
iii. Pass port size photographs (3 copies)
Resume
Personal Details :
Name : Mr. Mahabul Alam
Father’s Name : Abdul Hannan
Mother’s Name : Late- Mrs.Raseda Begum
Address (Present)
Age : 28 Years
Date of birth : 10th February 1985
Marital Status : Unmarried
Nationality : Bangladeshi.
Year Examination Division/ Class Board/ University
2001 SSC GPA-5 Dhaka
2003 HSC GPA-5 Dhaka
2007 BA (Hons) 3.04 Dhaka University
2008 MA 3.01 Dhaka University
Training :
August 2009-2010 B.Ed Bangladesh Teachers
‘Training College’ Dhaka.
2011-2012 Computer B.C.C. Council, Dhaka.
Experience :
2011-2013 : Junior Teacher of English, Oxford English Medium School,
Dhaka.
Reference :
1. Dr. Nurul Islam
Professor, Department of Social Welfare Dhaka University, Dhaka.
2. Professor Mokter Ali
Department of Computer Science, Dhaka University, Dhaka.
2. Read the following advertisement from the Daily News, dated 15 May 2015 and then
write a cover letter and a CV response to it.
Junior Officers Wanted
Applications are invited for the post of junior officers. Candidates with Honours and
Masters from any recognised university with minimum grade point-4.00 in all
examinations are eligible to apply. The age limit is not more than 30 years.
Contact: The Advertiser, G.P.O Box No.-1207.
An application for the post of a Junior Officer in a Bank.
20th May, 2015
The Advertiser
GPO Box No. 11000
Dhaka.
Subject : For the post of a Junior Officer
Dear Sir,
I came to know from your advertisement for Junior Officer in your Bank Published in The
Bangladesh Times of 15th May, 2015 and I feel very much confident that I possess the requisite
qualifications and experience. In this connection details of my educational career, experience etc.
are given in the enclosed resume.
I hope you would give me an opportunity to be interviewed and then I shall be glad to give you
any further information you may wish.
Yours Sincerely
Mr. Mahbub Alam
210, Free School Street, Hatirpool, Dhaka.
Education :
2009 : Master of Arts in English literature Dhaka University, Dhaka,
Grade Point-3.08
2008 : Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in English, Dhaka University, Dhaka,
Grade Point-3.08.
2004 : Higher Secondary Certificate
Dhaka College, Dhaka Borad
GPA-5
2002 : Secondary School Certificate
Govt. Laboratory School, Dhaka
Dhaka Board,
: GPA-5.
Experience :
Present : Junior Officer, Bangladesh Sonali Bank, Jhenidah.
03-03-2012 to 01-02-2013 : Assistant Account Officer
Islami Insurance, Dhanmondi, Dhaka.
30-07-2011 to 02-03-2012 : Public Relations Officers, Institute of Information Center,
Green Road, Dhaka.
Language : Fluent in English & Bengali
Computer Skills : Basic Knowledge of MS Word.
Personal Interest : Traveling, Reading & sight seeing
Reference : Dr. Nurul Islam
Professor, Department Social Welfare
Dhaka University, Dhaka.
Personal Information :
Name : Mr. Mahbabul Alam
Father’s Name : Mr. Maksud Alam
Mother’s Name : Mrs. Nasreen Alam
Present Address : 210, Free School Street
Hatirpool, Dhaka-1205
Permanent Address : Vill. Bhaberhat, P.O. Rupnagar
P.S.- Naldanga, Dist.- Dhaka.
Date of birth : 1st February, 1985
Religion : Islam (Sunni)
Marital Status : Unmarried
Nationality : Bangladeshi
Reference : Dr. Eftakhar Alam
Professor
Department of English
Dhaka University
3. Read the following advertisement from the Daily News, dated 15 May 2015, and then
write a cover letter and a CV response to it.
Sales Representative Wanted
Applications are invited for the post of sales representative. Interested candidates with minimum
2nd class graduation are eligible to apply. The age limit is not more than 30 years. Contact: The
Advertiser, G.P.O Box No.-1209.
Write an application for the post of sales representative.
20th May, 2015
Advertiser
GPO Box No. 212
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Subject: For the post of sales representative.
Dear Sir,
I wish to apply for the post of sales representative in your company advertised by you in the
Daily Star of 15th May, 2015. I have passed SSC from science group in 2009 and HSC from the
same discipline with GPA-5 in 2011 under Dhaka Board. I have also obtained my Bachelor
Degree (pass) with grade point-2.50 under National University in 2013. I am in service as a sales
representative since February 2015 in Square Pharmaceuticals Limited, I have completed a short
course on English language and computer from Bhuiyan Academy in 2010.
My qualifications and experience as a sales representative make me confident that I can do the
job of a sales executive advertised by you.
I should be grateful if you kindly consider me for the post. I look forward to hearing from you
soon. Please find my CV attached.
Yours truly,
Kazi Takdir Alam
310, Free School Street Dhanmondi, Dhaka.
Phone : 8165309.
Education
MBA Dhaka University 2009 Grade Point-3.08
BBA Dhaka University 2008 Grade Point-3.08
HSC Dhaka Board 2004 Grade Point-5
SSC Dhaka Board 2002 Grade Point-3.08
Experience :
03-03 : 2012- 01-02 :2013 : Junior Marketing Officer, Pran Grpup, Dhaka
30-6 2011-2nd March-2012 : Public Relations Officers, Institute of Information Center,
Green Road, Dhaka
Language : Fluent in English & Bengali
Computer Skills : Basic Knowledge of MS Word.
Training : IT 2011 AUB
Personal Interest : Traveling, Reading & sight seeing
Reference : Dr. Nurul Islam
Professor, Department Social Welfare
Dhaka University, Dhaka.
Personal Information :
Name : Takdir Alam
Cell no-0124785698 e-mail: [email protected]
Father’s Name : Mr. Maksud Alam
Mother’s Name : Mrs. Nasreen Alam
Present Address : 210, Free School Street Hatirpool, Dhaka-1205
Permanent Address : Vill. Bhaberhat, P.O. Rupnagar P.S.- Naldanga,
Dist.- Dhaka.
Date of Birth : 1st February, 1985
Religion : Islam (Sunni)
Marital Status : Unmarried
Nationality : Bangladeshi
Reference : Dr. Eftakhar Alam
Professor
Department of English, Dhaka University.
4. Read the following advertisement from the Daily News, dated 15 May 2015, and then
write a cover letter and a CV response to it.
Wanted
Applications are invited for the post of part time teacher. Interested candidates with minimum
2nd class graduation and Masters are eligible to apply. The age limit is not more than 30 years.
Contact: The Advertiser, G.P.O Box No.-1210.
Write an application for the post of part time teacher.
16th May, 2015
The Advertiser
G.P.O Box No.-1210.
Dhaka
Subject: For a part time teacher.
Dear Sir,
From a reliable source I came to know that you require a part time teacher to conduct the
language and literature course designed for the students of class IX-X. I am confident that I will
be able to perform the job. I would very much welcome the opportunity of an interview to
support my qualification and ability. For your kind perusal my particulars including education
and experience have been given below.
1. Name : Kazi Takdir Alam
2. Father’s Name : Kazi Abdul Hannan
3. Mother’s Name : Late. Raseda Begum
4. Present Address : B-2/E-8, Agargoan New Colony
Sher-E-Banglanagor, Dhaka.
5. Permanent Address : Village: Tilsunia, Post office : Tilsunia, Upzila : Kapasia,
District: Gazipur
6. Nationality : Bangladeshi (by birth)
7. Religion : Islam
8. Date of birth : 01.01.1990
9. Educational Qualification :
Name of Exam Year of Passing Group/Subject Result Board/University
S. S. C. 2004 Arts GPA-5 Dhaka
H. S. C. 2006 Arts GPA-5 Barishal
B. A. (Hons) 2010 English (Lit.) GPA-3.04 Dhaka
M. A. 2011 Arts (Lang.) GPA-3.03 Dhaka
10. Language Skills : Fluent both in Bangla and English
11. Training : i) A short course on MS Word in 2010 in BCIC Centre,
Dhaka,
ii) A course on Business Management, BMDC, Dhaka.
12. Experience : Assistant teacher of English June 2043 till now.
13. Reference : Dr. Nurul Islam
Professor
Department of English
Dhaka University, Dhaka. Phone : 8612221.
Exercise
1. Write a job letter for the post of Auditor.
Answer Key:
1. A job letter for the post of Auditor.
June 15,2015
Ms. Farin Khan
Chairman-In-Charge
Dhaka Accounting Co.
25/C Dilkusha C/A, Dhaka
Dear Ms. Khan,
From a reliable source I came to know that the Dhaka office of Dhaka Accounting is actively
seeking to hire quality individuals for your Auditor Development Program.
I have more than two years of accounting experience, including interning as an Auditor last year
with the Chittagong office of Rafiqul Islam. I will be receiving my BBA (Accounting) this May
from Chittagong University. I am confident that my combination of practical work experience
and solid educational background has prepared me for making an immediate contribution to
Dhaka Accounting. Having interned with a leading firm in the public accounting field, I
understand the level of professional approach to business will provide your office with a highly
productive Auditor upon completion of your Development Program.
I will be happy if you please call me at 01511155 to arrange a convenient time when we may
meet to further discuss my background in relation to your needs.
Ashraful Alam
Education:
MBA Dhaka University 2009 Grade Point-3.08
BBA Dhaka University 2008 Grade Point-3.08
HSC Dhaka College 2004 Grade Point -5
SSC Dhaka Board 2002 Grade Point-3.08
Experience:
Present : 30-03-2012 to 01-02-2013: Junior Marketing Officer,
Pran Group, Dhaka
30-06-2011 to 02-03-2012: Public Relations Officers,
Institute of Information Center, Green Road, Dhaka.
Language : Fluent in English & Bengali
Computer Skills : Basic Knowledge of MS Word.
Training : IT 2011 AUB
Personal Interest : Traveling, Reading & sight seeing
Personal Information
Name : Takdir Alam
Cell no- 0124785698 e-mail: [email protected]
Father’s Name : Mr. Maksud Alam
Mother’s Name : Mrs. Nasreen Alam
Present Address : 210, Free School Street Hatirpool, Dhaka-1205.
Permanent Address : Vill. Bhaberhat, P.O. Rupnagar P.S.- Naldanga,
Dist.- Dhaka.
Date of birth : 1st February, 1985
Religion : Islam (Sunni)
Marital Status : Unmarried
Nationality : Bangladeshi
Reference : 1. Dr. Nurul Islam
Professor, Department Social Welfare Dhaka University,
Dhaka.
2. Dr. Eftakhar Alam
Professor
Department of English, Dhaka University
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