An inquiry email letter is similar to a cover letter. The big difference is you send it uninvited (or as a cold contact) to an employer.
Send an inquiry email letter to ask about working for an employer who has not advertised a job opening. In the email, two great ways to demonstrate that you would be a good fit for their organization are 1) to match your qualifications to their needs, and 2) show your interest in, and knowledge of the employer.
To learn about an employer and their needs for someone with your skills, review their website, use position descriptions they may post, search for social media sites they maintain, and look for detailed information in business publications. Find more ideas on Research employers.
This format can be effective to show how well you fit:
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My Qualifications |
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Detail-oriented, experienced Administrative Assistant
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Four years Administrative Assistant experience with responsibility for a variety of detailed reports
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Assist Customer Relations Manager
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Assisted Customer Relations Manager for two years
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Corporate experience with major clients a must
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Regularly served purchasing agents at Fortune 500 companies
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Microsoft Office suite experience required
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Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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