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Old 10-19-2009, 07:13 PM   #1
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Cover Letter, First Internship

I'm applying to various companies for internships in a business environment and I've read a lot about how to format them and what information to include. My only problem is this would be my first "real" job. I have work experience, but it's just been an after school job at a pizza place to earn some spending money. My only other job has been a volunteer job, as a certified referee at the local YMCA, reffing kid's sports. I'm afraid this will look bad to potential employers. Any advice?
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Old 10-20-2009, 08:44 AM   #2
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Nonsense, they know it's your first job. Highlight your work ethic from your previous positions as well as your ability to control of a soccer field, and that you ref by encouraging a sense of fair play and teamsmanship (spelling?). Other than that I don't see what else they would expect you to offer other than an interest in the opportunity and genuine desire to learn and grow.
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Old 10-20-2009, 08:51 AM   #3
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Any job that you've held for some time says a lot about you. You can follow directions, show up on time, get the job done and navigate the working world. Don't discount the two jobs that you have.
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Old 10-21-2009, 12:29 AM   #4
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Regarding my referee job I wrote about my ability to work well under stress and mediate/manage conflict. Any other suggestions?
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