Cover Letter

Reference number: 1414
Karin Steiger (HRCS 85) Campus Recruiting Singapore Tel. +65 6433 3137
Dear Mr. Steiger,

15^th Sept. ‘12

I am a second year undergraduate student at The National University of Singapore (NUS), majoring in Computer Engineering. Your advertisement on the online portal prompted me to contact you about internship opportunities in the Information Technology division at Credit Suisse. This program at your company is very appealing and I am particularly keen on interning as a Technology Analyst in the period from May-Nov.

My proficiency in computer languages like C, C++, and Java meet the job requirements and provide me with a good base to quickly understand and adapt to the systems specific to Credit Suisse. I believe my ability to analyze and learn quickly would enable me to add value to the position.

In addition to the skills I've obtained from my education, my experience as a technical services intern last summer has provided me with an excellent background in the practical aspects of computer engineering. If given the chance, I would love to work and improve on my skills further.

During these two years at NUS, I have taken on many additional responsibilities. As you will see in my attached resume, I’m engaged in various extra curricular activities. I am the Director of Special Program Department, Electrical and Computer Engineering Club and part of the SoC Leadership Program. These leadership roles, have boosted my organizational, communicational and interpersonal skills.

My ability to think outside the box and passion for my subject of Computer Engineering would allow me to contribute to Credit Suisse. I hope that you will consider my enclosed résumé, which provides full details of my qualification. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Shweta Sharma

email: shweta*******                                                                    

HP: 9030****

Resolving Interpersonal Conflict

Communication is the key to keeping relationships alive. It not only provides a means to share thoughts, but also facilitates bonding.

Sometimes miscommunication or just lack of communication for that matter, may cause disturbances in a relationship which are beyond repair.

A similar incident took place with me six months ago. 

Last semester I volunteered for NUS stage as the stage manager. I was very excited as it was my first time adapting such a role. Knowing that focus, and good organization are my strengths I knew I would do a great job.

When a friend of mine got to know about it she requested to join the team as the head of the lighting department.  Despite being unaware of her skills and dedication towards the job, I took her on the team because she was a good friend of mine. I trusted she would do great.

Sometimes blending your professional life with your personal one can upset your relationships. I learnt it the hard way.

As time progressed, I noticed her lack of concentration and dedication during work. Assuming she was going through tough times on her personal front I decided to speak to her. She wasn’t very open to me about her feelings, and made excuses for the same.

I didn’t worry too much about it, and tried to ensure that it wouldn’t affect the stage rehearsals.

Before the final event, we were supposed to have a mock run, with lighting and video recording. To everyone’s shock she didn’t turn up for the mock run nor did she inform anyone earlier.  Due to no lighting, the video turned out bad and all the all team members blamed me for recruiting the wrong person.

Although I was very furious, I decided not to confront her. I thought this would affect our friendship. Instead I asked another friend of mine who had a good background with lighting to help out on the final day in case things went wrong. I did hint through non-verbals that I was furious for her actions, but couldn’t boldly speak to her. And I know now, it was a bad choice.

On the final day, when she got to know I approached someone else for the lighting she was in charge of, she was very hurt. She abruptly quit, handing over her job to the other guy.  She said it showed I didn’t trust her.

Since then, we’ve talked about it a couple of times but things between us are not the same. We are hardly in touch now. A communication gap has built over time. 

What do you think I should do now, move on or still try to set things right? If you were in my place how differently would you have handled the situation?