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Mr. Michael Alexander
Director of Human Resources
ABC Retailing
123 Main Street
Anywhere, MA 12345

Dear Mr. Alexander:

I learned about your company through the Career Guide that I received through the Office of Career Services at _____________________________ University and would like to inquire about employment opportunities in your management training program. I want to work in retail management and am willing to relocate throughout the eastern United States.

I will receive my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration this May. My interest in business started in Junior Achievement while in high school and developed further through a variety of sales and retail positions during college. My internship with a large development store convinced me to pursue a career in retail. The enclosed resume summarizes my other qualifications. When I researched the top retailers in the east, ABC Retailing emerged as having a strong market position, an excellent training program and a reputation for excellent customer service. In short, you provide the kind of professional retail environment I seek.

Realizing how busy you are, I would appreciate a few minutes of your time. I shall call you during the week of April 21 to discuss employment possibilities. In the meantime, if you need to contact me, my number is 123-456-7890. Please leave a message if I am not in, and I will return your call as soon as possible. Thank you very much for considering my request.

Sincerely,

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