Sample cover letter for Internship position at Portfolio Analytics Group

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am a Masters graduate from the University of Glasgow in International Banking & Finance. I am applying for your Portfolio Analytics Group Analyst position in London.

I am interested in the programme because I would like to explore investment and risk management work and develop a career in this area. I am attracted to your PAG Analyst position because it is a unique opportunity to see how all functional divisions in a large company operate and link together. I would like to work for BlackRock because it is a part of an international and well established group and I believe I will gain good experience by working alongside industry professionals. My active involvement in high profile international events such as the LSE Emerging Market Forum has demonstrated my desire to develop my investment and risk-related knowledge in a systematic way. My interest in the sector is further demonstrated by my undertaking of a self-study course in Financial Risk Management.

I believe I am well suited for this position because through my various internships in China and in the UK I have developed competencies required for this role. My existing part time work at a busy property company requires me to have strong self- motivation and problem solving skills. I have to work both independently and in support of colleagues. During my work experience in two companies in China, I had to work closely with various departments and the finance team to complete tasks which developed my strong communication and presentation skills. My university studies provide me basic technology proficiency.

I look forward to hearing from you. 

Yours sincerely, 

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