A letter of intent can meet many needs, but the most important thing is that it must express your “intention” in a specific area, whether it is a position in a company or a house you want to buy. Whatever the purpose, a letter of intent is a great way to demonstrate that you’re qualified to get what you want and determined to stick with it.
Looking for a Job
Think about the skills and abilities you have that you can apply to this new job. Some of these are already listed on your resume, but in your letter of intent you’ll want to highlight all the talents you can demonstrate.
State your purpose at the beginning of your letter of intent. Tell your readers how you learned about the opening and express your desire for the position. Keep it short and sweet – your readers may have read many letters of intent, so it’s best not to bore them.
Next, show what you are capable of doing. This is the part where your skills come into play. Tell us about your work experience related to your new job, and if not, what qualities you have that would make you a great employee (such as hard work, collaboration, or resourcefulness).
Finally, give thanks and a sincere farewell at the end. Also leave contact information so your future employer can tell you about the position in a way they prefer.
Apply for Promotion
If you are writing a letter of interest for a new job, you may first consider your skills. But for employers who already know about your past work experience, a letter of intent can remind them of things they may have forgotten and bring up new skills you’ve developed while working for them.
Begin by expressing your interest in the new position. If you have anything special that helps you stand out, be sure to mention that as well.
Next, demonstrate your qualifications to apply for the new position. Show your boss your work experience in your current position and remind them of your recent work accomplishments.
Finish by reiterating your loyalty to your boss and thanking them for their time.
Housing Needs
Indicate your desire to buy, rent, or lease properties that are available for rent or sale. Briefly describe how you learned about the rental and sale listings and made your request. If you’re still unsure, give your budget range. On the other hand, if you don’t care about the cost, just ask the seller for the asking price.
Propose down payment amount and payment method. You may also want to ask for a property inspection, especially if you’ve only viewed the home once or twice or suspect the home needs repairs.
If you are considering buying multiple homes, conclude by stating that this letter of intent is not legally binding. Keep a copy just in case.
Apply to College or Graduate School
Gather information ahead of time. You can browse the course catalog, visit the official website, or talk to people who have been to the school. If you already have a thorough understanding of the school and college of interest, please proceed to the next step.
Begin your letter by expressing your strong interest in the school’s mission of teaching. Then branch out into other specific details about the school (where your research comes into play).
Next, turn to explaining why you are an excellent and promising student for the school. Here you’ll showcase your academic achievements, awards, and other milestones in your life. You should also mention any extracurricular activities you are involved in, if any.
Finally, make a strong summary statement. Again reiterate your intentions and, if this is a formal letter, thank the reader for their time.
Apply for Financial Aid
First, make sure you are familiar with the principles of application. The subsidy may be available only to certain institutional groups or in a specific form. In any case, you need to study the application rules before writing your letter of interest.
Introduce your application with a brief description of how the grant money will be used. The more detailed your plan, the better. Next, describe your organization and your short- and long-term goals, including the projects on which you will spend the money.
Summarize your application and make a final statement. Be sincere in your signature include contact information, and mention other agents of the organization if you wish.
Tips
- Don’t forget to include a date and the words “Dear” (whoever you’re addressing) on your letterhead.
- No matter what type of letter of intent you write, submit it as early as possible for the other party’s consideration—sometimes success is just a matter of time.
- Your tone should always be warm and professional. Although you are expressing your intention, if you get too excited and get carried away, the reader may be offended and lose the opportunity.
- Follow up closely! If it’s been a while since you submitted your EOI and you haven’t heard back, send them a note letting them know you’re still interested.