Here is a business letter format: {If it is a one-page letter, your name goes only at the bottom. If it is more than one page, put your name also at the top.} Your Return Address (no abbreviations for Street, Avenue, etc.) Your City, ON POS TAL Date (October 10, 2009) First and Last Name of the Person to whom you are writing Address City, ON POS TAL Dear Mr. (Ms) Person: [note the colon] Think of an exciting opening line. State the job you are applying for and where you saw it posted. State how you fulfill at least one of the requirements in the ad. In a second paragraph, explain further how you meet the requirements of the job while referring to your resume. Mention other qualities or qualifications that you have. State a desire to be interviewed and give phone numbers and email address. Thank the reader for his or her time. Sincerely yours, {three spaces so that your signature may appear here} Type your name |