WRITING A COVER LETTER

When writing a reference letter explain how you know the applicant and how long you have known him/her. Explain the applicant’s qualities, skills, prior experience, achievements and other things that put him apart from the crowd. Give a detail account of his academics and his abilities and all the things that make him an eligible candidate. Also mention your qualification and contact information as it will give the reader a clear picture about you and he will give a serious consideration to your letter. Here is a sample scholarship reference letter: Young Scientists Scholarship Panel, Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Takhteshahi Road, New Delhi. 30 th  April, 2010 Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing with great pleasure to urge you to seriously consider Weng Johnson for the Young Scientists Scholarship that is announced by the Regional Centre for Biotechnology, India. Weng Johnson is a student of Trinity University and has been working under my guidance on the tissue culture of medicinal...

Description This teacher's reference letter template includes sample text that can be a starting point for your personalized recommendation. [School Name] [Your Name]   |   [Email Address] [Select a Date] To Whom It May Concern: I am writing this reference at the request of <Student Name>, who is applying for summer internship at <Company Name>. I have known <Student> for <two years> in my capacity as a teacher at <School Name>. <Student> took <Course Name> and <Course Name> from me and earned superior grades in those classes. Based on <Student>’s grades, attendance, and class participation, I’d rate his academic performance in my class as exceptional. <Student> has a number of strengths to offer an employer. He is always interested in helping others. For example, <add a specific experience example>. <Student> is also a very fast learner. <Add additional strengths.> In conclusion, I would highly ...