February 12, 20—

Kathleen Hollinger

  Product Development Department

  New Age Systems, Inc.

  475 Cutter Avenue

  Sellingham, WA 90876

Dear Ms. Hollinger,

I understand that the company has an opening in the Product Development Department. I am interested in applying for this position. I have been working for New Age Systems for close to a decade.

Currently    I am   a research    assistant  in  the Marketing Department. During my time at New Age Systems,  I  have    worked in several departments at the company and have had the opportunity to learn a great deal about its work. I feel   that  I am  now  ready   to assume  the responsibilities of a higher level position. I am anxious to speak with you about working in the Product Development Department. Thank you for your attention. I look forward to hearing from you.

 Sincerely,

     Dean Ayers

February 16, 20—

 Dean Ayers

Marketing Department

New Age Systems, Inc.

475 Cutter Avenue

Sellingham, WA 90876

 Dear Mr. Ayers,

Thank you for your letter expressing interest in applying  for the position in  the Product Development Department.  Unfortunately,  the position you are interested in has already been filled. However, I have communicated with your supervisor, and he speaks very highly of you. I have also examined your work record. It is clear that you would be a good asset to our department.

I expect that we will have another opening before the end of this year. As soon as I have ascertained the availability of that position, I will be in contact with you. I look forward to meeting with you in the near future.

 Sincerely,

 Kathleen Hollinger

Manager, Product Development Department