[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State ZIP Code] [Your Phone Number] [Your Email Address] [LinkedIn Profile URL] [Date] [Hiring Manager's Name] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State ZIP Code] Dear [Hiring Manager's Name/Hiring Manager], I'm excited to apply for the [Position Title] position at [Company Name] that I found on [Job Board/Company Website]. As a [recent graduate/career starter] with [relevant experience, such as: retail experience, volunteer work, internship], I'm eager to begin my customer service career with a company known for [specific company quality, such as: exceptional support, customer-first values, innovation]. During my time at [Previous Job/School/Volunteer Position], I [specific accomplishment with numbers, such as: assisted 100+ customers daily, maintained 95% satisfaction rating, received commendations]. I maintained a [specific metric] and [achievement]. One memorable example involved [brief story showing problem-solving and customer service skills]. I'm particularly drawn to [Company Name] because [specific reason related to company mission, values, or reputation]. Your [specific company feature] aligns perfectly with my belief that [your customer service philosophy]. My [skill 1], [skill 2], and genuine enjoyment of helping others succeed make me an ideal fit for your team. I'm a quick learner who thrives in [team environments/fast-paced settings] and I'm committed to delivering exceptional service. I'd love the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to [Company Name]'s continued reputation for outstanding customer service. Thank you for considering my application. Sincerely, [Your Name] --- CUSTOMIZATION TIPS FOR THIS TEMPLATE: - Replace all [bracketed items] with your specific information - Keep the letter to one page (250-400 words) - Research the company to find specific details to mention - Use concrete examples with numbers when possible - Proofread carefully for any typos or grammatical errors - Match the tone to the company culture (slightly more casual for startups, formal for corporate)