Hannah Wagner
1333 Hornby st.
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2C1
September 14, 2016
English 301 Class
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
Pickles, pickles, pickles.
Not a great way to start an application letter… or is it?
Now that I have your attention let me introduce myself, my name is Hannah. I am a motorcycle riding, baby burping, pickle eating, paper writing enthusiast. And I want to put my writing skills to work for you. I am looking to fill the position posted on the English 301 course website and I believe my skillset would be a valuable addition to your professional writing team.
As someone who has spent countless hours sorting through resumes and cover letters I wanted to ensure that my application letter would showcase my personality as well as my achievements. I always found that the people who appealed to me were the ones who could write professionally but with a lot of character.
I am a disciplined and studious person who will work hard and contribute enthusiastically. The past four years spent as a full-time student have provided me with a wealth of experience in meeting deadlines, writing and researching papers, presenting and working on team-based projects. During these years I have received various academic awards, including the UBC Chancellor’s Scholar Award.
One of the highlights of my academic career was having a paper I wrote for my IR Seminar turned into a summer course that was taught to undergraduates from across Canada at McEwan University. And though I am nearing the end of my degree I am still striving to maintain a high grade point average. I believe this desire to finish my degree on a “high note” will be great benefit to all of my prospective team members.
In conclusion, “pickles, pickles, pickles” is not a great way to start an application letter. But sometimes we have to live with our mistakes especially when the backspace button on your keyboard is missing. I will make sure that is fixed by the time I become an excellent addition to your newly founded professional writing team. Please feel free to contact me anytime through facebook or by email at ha.oslund@gmail.com.
Sincerely,
Hannah Wagner
