Agree with all of the above, cover letter... three paragraphs
First
" I am interested (applying, etc) for a positon as a X at Y
Second
I am willing to put large columns of numbers into your database, and I also hope to gain expereince and insight into the xxxx industry
Third
I am currently at X, but can be reached byphone at 111 or email
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--You all are hotshot college students, you can run with these ideas!!