Sample cover letter for Internship position at Mercer

Dear HR officer

It is with both enthusiasm and high expectations that I apply to you for your recently advertised Investment Analyst vacancy.

Based on my knowledge, skills and experience, I confidently feel that I am the best possible candidate for this post. Firstly, I have comprehensive knowledge of Investment Analyst techniques, and extensive knowledge of quarterly forecasting, annual budgeting, advising clients, assisting auditors and checking the integrity of data. Secondly, I have superb, presentation, sales and closing skills. I enjoy solving financial problems, devising investment plans for my clients and helping them to make important financial decisions that will affect their future. Finally, you can also see from my attached CV I have experience of being an assistant investment counsellor. On top of this your position seems to perfectly match my ambition, drive and desire to work for a growing and well-regarded company like yours.

Aside from my technical abilities, my pleasant manner and excellent communication skills allow me communicate with people from all social and cultural backgrounds. Throughout my experience I have been successfully answering queries from clients and helping them to make financial decisions according to their own unique situations.

Apart from all of this I must mention that I have a degree in finance, and can provide you with a long list of testimonials from returning clients who also recommend my services to others.

Please find attached my CV with this cover letter for your consideration. I would like to close by thanking you for your time, and saying how much I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely