SUBJECT: Resume and Cover Letter Assignment
The purpose of this memo is to provide the specifics for the job ad that appeared in the university newspaper.
Summary
In order to Iearn from practical application, each student should compose both a resume and cover letter for the position discussed.
Discussion
The Congressional Education Research Institute (CERI) is looking for a student intern to serve as a Research Assistant.
Description: CERI is a non-profit public policy and education organization. Interns will assist staff members in the research and
development of various education programs for underrepresented racial and ethnic groups in Washington DC. Interns will work with
advisors, staff, and other professionals to plan programs, prepare publications, newsletters, reports, and conference materials for
minority students, organizational professionals, and the public. Interns will learn about public policy, journalism, economics, and
politics.
Time commitment: 15 hours weekly
Benefits: The internship offers a course credit, health insurance, and a $5,000 monthly stipend.
Requirements: Candidates should be enrolled in a college or university and have at least one year of student experience at the
university. Applicants need to have some experience using the Internet for research and communication purposes. Applicants should
have excellent communication skills. Research, management, editing, and public relation experience are a plus.
Your job application letter should be directed to:
Mrs. Carmen Neal~Ryan Intern Manager
94 Baker Street NW
Washington, DC 20528 (No phone calls please)
Before submitting your final draft:
Review the Checklist at the end of the chapter in your textbook.
Make sure that your resume contains references. If your resume does not mention references or if you write “References
Available Upon Request” on your resume, you must also submit a reference sheet.
Avoid copying sample resumes orjob application letters from the Internet-plagiarism will not be tolerated
The resume and job application letter should be error free.