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Dear Recruiting Manager,

The first time I learned about the Boston Consulting Group was through the Forbes’ list of “Best Companies to Work for in 2018.” I immediately visited the company’s website only to find myself impressed by BCG's values statement and approaches. Instead of molding a client’s problems into an existing framework, BCG deconstructs the problem and finds solutions from the ground up. Thus, I have decided to apply for the DRS Associate position at BCG Jakarta.

This past year, I worked at Tokopedia as a Data Engineer Intern. During this time, I was tasked with providing highly scalable and queryable data for cross-department usage. Moreover, I explored and integrated new big data technologies and software engineering tools to improve the company’s data infrastructure. I believe that my experiences have prepared me for the fast-paced, detailed, analytical, and interpersonal environment of BCG. 

In addition to my academic achievement, experiences, and skill sets, I possess leadership skills from a variety of extracurricular activities during my undergraduate studies that will make me an asset to your company. My optimistic attitude, resourcefulness, eye for detail, and unwavering determination are derived from a variety of life experiences and will be beneficial for working collaboratively among BCG’s departments.

I look forward to discussing my potential contribution further, showing you my commitment and preparation to starting a career in the Data and Research Service team at BCG.

Sincerely,
Sylvie Monroe

Dear Bain & Company Hiring Manager,

After my chat with Jenny Smith, a Bain Consultant in your Amsterdam office, I realized I was in the presence of someone who absolutely loved her job. Jenny emphasized how the “build your own Bain” philosophy had helped her stretch herself professionally. In applying for the Associate Consultant role in your Brussels office, I hope to encounter similar challenges and growth opportunities.

As a second-year Master's student of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA) at Université Catholique de Louvain, my coursework in agricultural economics, international trade, and agricultural and rural development policies had prepared me with holistic knowledge and a set of practical skills in solving core agribusiness problems. I believe that my strong analytical skill, teamwork, and entrepreneurial spirit will help add value to the Bain Team.

Between my first and second year in AFEPA, I undertook an internship at the OECD Paris office as a part of the Trade and Agriculture Directorate. I supported research such as agri-food chain market transparency and rural supply-chain operation policy analysis, where I not only collected and analyzed data but also contributed insights into discussions and meetings. Additionally, I’ve also honed my interpersonal skills by liaising and building networks with officials in national administrations, researchers, other international organizations, and OECD member country delegations.

I strongly believe that my multidisciplinary educational background, critical thinking skills, and creative nature will bring new perspectives and values to provide wholesome problem-solving solutions to Bain’s clients. I am excited to champion Bain’s innovative approach to fostering growth and efficiency across the entire agribusiness value chain.

I have enclosed my resume for your review and look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications with you further in person. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Jonathan Doe

Dear Mr. Green:

I'm writing to express my interest in the Consultant position offered by Deloitte & Touche's Government and Public Services. After speaking with Mr. Patrick Star at a seminar he conducted at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA), I believe that I am well qualified to perform the work and meet the challenges of your firm.

I will receive a Master of Public Administration degree from SIPA, with a specialization in Management. My interest in pursuing SIPA Management rooted from my three-year education reform work and new school development in Kenya. While there, I directed an education enrichment program that included teacher training, school operation, and curriculum development. It was a formative and ambitious experience which required me to gain the trust of educators, the government, parents, and students. The program established measurable goals, communicated strategies, and effected change by building on the stakeholders’ strengths.

Spearheading the project made me realize that effective school reform depends on systemic growth in other public sectors, including health services, infrastructure and environmental development, as well as employment initiatives. Thus, to sharpen my analytical skills and learn new strategies for organizational change, I enrolled at SIPA. Appropriately, I have honed my abilities in quantitative analysis, financial and organizational management, and have applied these skills through continued work with public service organizations.

With my articulated vision, objectivity, and strategic thinking, I believe that consulting provides a great platform for me to implement my skill sets and experience in driving strategic transformation and deliver solutions to Deloitte’s clients.

I would appreciate the opportunity to interview and discuss this opportunity in further detail. I am available by phone call at 000-0000-0000 or by email at [email protected]. Thank you for your time and consideration and I look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,
Jeremy Gerber

Dear Mr. Luo,

I’m applying for the “Social Media Planning Consultant” position at Accenture for the Singapore office. After speaking with Jason Kim about his experience at Accenture, it is clear why he praises Accenture for the innovation in the technology industry as well as its contribution and impact on clients. I am very excited to start this new chapter and provide more value through media and technology at Accenture for many clients to come!

My communication and media studies at the National University of Singapore have fostered my strategic thinking and integrated communication skills which I have been applying throughout my career. After graduation, I secured a full-time position at First Page and worked for four years.

As a Digital Content Executive at First Page, I collaborated across multifunctional teams to plan, ideate, develop and execute content marketing campaigns that aligned with our client's values and goals. One of the projects I co-managed resulted in an 84% increase in engagement and converted leads increased by 77% in just five months after we kickstarted the campaign.

Additionally, my previous experience provided me with the opportunity to implement creative thinking and interpersonal skills where I honed my copywriting, copyediting, data analysis, and designing skills using tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Canva, and Adobe Photoshop. Moreover, I excel working with a team or independently, and I am adept at communicating multilingually which was projected through my diverse clientele. I believe my strong work ethic, analytical and planning skills, and initiative have given me the required skills and ability to contribute to the growth and success of Accenture.

I am excited about the opportunity to become a part of the Accenture Communications and Media Team and would like to be considered for an interview. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Annika Tan

Dear Mr. Williams,

I am excited to apply for the entry-level analyst position at Oliver Wyman Newcastle. I am a final year student at the University of Oxford and will be graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Statistics. I also undertook a few Engineering courses, which I believe have greatly enhanced my analytical and problem-solving skills.

I was intrigued to work at Oliver Wyman after joining the Data & Analytics Webinar and I was always drawn to management consultancy due to a desire to experience a dynamic and challenging career where I will face diverse business problems across a range of industries. The firm’s culture of treating entry-level hires as potential partners, and allowing them to directly contribute to important projects early on convinced me even more. I thrive on responsibility and challenging projects and look forward to taking part in meaningful work.

Two of my key qualities are my work ethic and my desire to continually improve myself. Throughout my degree, I have maintained a high distinction average while seeking out opportunities to develop other skills. The year abroad I took in my third year was a huge stepping stone in pushing me outside of my comfort zone and shaped who I am today. From that experience, I learned to adapt and work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds, and gained an understanding of working in an international scene.

During my year abroad, I was highly involved in the campus International Student Association (ISA). Not only did I participate, but I also proposed, organized, collaborated, and executed a couple of events for the international students to bond such as local city tours and the “International Nights Dinner Party” where students shared and introduced their traditional dish to others. From those experiences, I honed my interpersonal skills and it allowed me to effectively operate as both a leader and member of a team.

I am confident that I possess the attributes for this role and am ready to face any challenges to come. Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. A copy of my resume is enclosed and I would welcome an opportunity to discuss my candidacy with you at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,
Rafael Carter

Dear Ms. Madison,

I am a second-year MSc International Business student of King's College London University interested in applying for the internship consultant position with B&W Consulting. I believe that B&W Consulting has the ideal culture in which to pursue my goal of becoming a strategic brand marketer and business leader. My prior professional experience and KCL's MBA courses have equipped me with the necessary skills to thrive at B&W Consulting.

While working as a Brand Strategist at Gerber Consulting, I helped manage international businesses to develop growth and marketing strategies in the China and Southeast Asia markets. Some of the projects that I led surpassed their marketing and sales target before Q2 and the others attained their annual goals before wrapping up Q4.

Furthermore, since I obtained my Bachelor's in Japan and now pursuing an MSc in the UK, I have the flexibility in both language and culture to operate successfully in many different contexts. Finally, as a writer and painter who runs his own commission page, I am capable of thinking creatively and entrepreneurially.

I am confident that I will fit well in B&W Consulting's collaborative, intellectual, and entrepreneurial culture. I am excited at the prospect of interning for B&W Consulting and have enclosed my resume for your review. Thank you for your time and consideration. Looking forward to discussing this opportunity further at your earliest convenience.

Best,
Josh Kiyosaki

Dear Janelle,

I am writing to apply for the Sales Consultant position at Strauss Instrument. With over a decade of solid experience in sales and my current position as Sales Manager with Soundcave, I've implemented a variety of proven sales techniques and honed my communication skills to assist customers in finding what they’re looking for.

Additionally, I am adept at solving problems and conflict resolution. Combining my friendly personality, attention to detail, and result-driven mindset, I strongly believe that my expertise would make me an ideal candidate for Strauss Instrument's Sales Consultant. I have also consistently provided exceptional customer service and exceeded sales goals. In my last role, I successfully increased our sales by 45% which contributed to an increase of 30% in net revenues and converted over 200 new clients to long-term clients.

As a dynamic and growth-centric professional, I am confident that I would adapt to the challenges that I might face in this role.  Thank you so much for your time and for considering my application. I am available for an online or in-person meeting to further discuss my qualifications for your Sales Consultant position at your earliest convenience.

Sincerely,
Jean Olivier

Dear Ms. Dae,

I am excited to be applying for the Junior Consultant position at Fiztech Consulting. I believe that my skills and experience would be of great value to your team.

I graduated summa cum laude from the University of California Berkeley and have 4 years of experience working as a Forensic Accountant. In my previous role, I was responsible for conducting financial analysis, tracing assets, preparing proposals and presentations, and providing support to the team during client meetings. Moreover, I've also delved into the client servicing role while completing my tenure as a Forensic Accountant. I found that working alongside clients and providing insights are more up to my alley. Thus, I would like to combine both my expertise in accounting and finance as well as my passion for building relationships and pursue a consulting role at your company.

I believe that my growth mindset and adaptability would suit Fiztech Consulting's culture well and I am confident that I have the qualifications required for this role. I would be available for an interview at your earliest convenience to discuss my skills, experience, and my future contributions to Fiztech Consulting.

Best regards,
Lilianne Lau

Dear Mr. Lin,

I'm writing in response to Adco's job posting on LinkedIn about the Campaign Strategy Consultant position. I hold a Master's degree in Business Analytics and currently, I'm a content strategist with a major East Coast advertising agency.

Prior to attaining my post-graduate degree, I was working for a PR consultancy agency. With an accumulated experience of 8 years in the advertising and PR communication field, I utilize strong analytical and quantitative skills, relaying information proficiently to manage advertising and social media campaign projects. In addition, I excel at establishing key objectives, designing marketing plans, and providing holistic solutions to the client's business and branding development. I am confident that my written and verbal communication, as well as project management skills, would allow me to thrive as a Campaign Strategy Consultant at Adco.

I would like to sit down with you in person and discuss how I could enhance and bring more value to all your projects as an Adco's Campaign Strategy Consultant. Thank you for your consideration. I hope to hear from you soon.

Sincerely,
Kristine Wilkens

“My interest in consulting peaked ever since high school when I first made recommendations to my parents for some adjustments to make at the restaurant they owned. Seeing how my subtle suggestions not only delighted customers but also increased the restaurant's efficiency had me hooked. Thus, I have been honing my skills in problem-solving within a business context ever since.”

“While many would apply to McKinsey solely for prestige, for me, the ethics and principal beliefs of a company are far more important. I was amazed to learn that McKinsey is participating in the United Nations Global Compact, as well as supporting and providing solutions that contribute to sustainable agricultural practices and align with the UN SDGs. Hence, I decided that McKinsey is the right place for me to pursue my career and offer my sizable expertise in Agribusiness Management to McKinsey.”

“After graduating with the highest honors in MSc in Economy from the University of Cambridge, I was able to find employment as a Junior Risk Associate at EXE Consulting London Office. During my tenure, I helped European businesses to assess market risks prior to opening an enterprise in the South East Asia region, specifically Indonesia, where we ran into difficulties such as complying with the local laws and bureaucracy. Ultimately I proposed and collaborated with a network of mine from Indonesia and successfully established the Indonesia regional branch. I believe that my multi-cultural, multilingual, and problem-solving skills would be an asset to your company in helping your clients achieve their market expansion.”

“During my one-year internship, while completing my Master's studies, I led a team of five on various projects mostly related to business cost reduction for nonprofit organizations. My research, thorough analysis, and recommendations successfully assisted one of our clients to reduce business expenses by 20% without compromising the employee's payroll.”

“I am enthralled with JB Consulting Group’s dedication to doing the right thing while constantly obtaining results. I, myself, am a firm believer that something worth doing doesn't necessarily mean it's easy to execute. But that's what intrigued me to be a part of your team, take bold moves, increasing the standards every time success is reached, all while preserving the highest form of integrity.”

“I would be available to have a call or a meeting at your earliest convenience to discuss how my sharp analytical skills and thinking outside of the box approach can help McKinsey's clients achieve lean operations, cost efficiency, and a sustainable digital supply chain.”