2021 Cal Maritime Career Guide

Sample Cover Letter

6 Riverbend Drive Huntington Beach, CA 92647

January 14, 2020

Mr. Hernan Cortez Human Resources Manager Matson 555 12th Street Oakland, CA 94607

Dear Mr. Cortez:

I am writing to apply for your summer 2020 Deck internship position posted on GCaptain.com. I am a sophomore at California State University, Maritime Academy (Cal Maritime) working towards my Bachelor’s degree in Marine Transportation. I am looking to obtain more sea-going experience in support of my United States Coast Guard Third Mates License. Your reputation of being very safety-oriented aligns well with my own focus on safety both as an aspiring mariner, and as an individual who values the safety of others. As a cadet on Cal Maritime’s Ship, the Golden Bear, I stood watch as lookout, helmsman, messenger, and conducted security rounds at sea. I performed shipboard tasks during daywork to maintain the seaworthiness of the vessel both at sea and in port. I am a hard- working, detail-oriented, and flexible person who never quits any task until it is complete. Based on my experience and skills, I believe that I am an exceptional candidate for this position. I look forward to hearing from you regarding the summer 2020 deck internship position. I can be reached at (714) 555-2112 or via email at JTT1212@csum.edu.

Sincerely,

James Thomas

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