Inquiry to Company Letter
Use the following format when writing to an organization that you are interested in working in, but there are no advertised job opportunities.
Paragraph 1: Your research. Example: I read an article about your corporation in X newspaper and I feel that I could be an asset to your company.
Paragraph 2: Value Proposition. This paragraph is dedicated to the strengths and skills that you bring to the organization, that they would find useful.
Paragraph 3: Bullet Point Items to Discuss. Example: If you are available, I am interested in speaking with you about the ideas I have for your organization and to learn more about your organization.
Paragraph 4: Contact Information. List your contact information as well as when you will be contacting the organization to set up the meeting.
Do not attach resume when sending this type of letter!
Source: Jeanne Breisch, Senior Career Advisor, The Henderson Glenn Group. Guest Presenter for Job Search Strategies Workshop, 2/15/05.