Sample Cover Letter for Graduate Trainees Opportunities

By Elizabeth Benu,

“I want to apply for a graduate trainee programme as an accountant but I have no idea of how to convince the employer that I am best suit for this opportunity. I feel that my cover letter is dull.

How should a graduate trainee account position cover letter look like?” asks Kevin Obonyo in an email.

Having to apply for a graduate trainee programme can be very hard more so considering that many graduates are already eyeing that opportunity.

Below is a sample cover letter for graduate trainee accountant jobs.

Graduate Job Seeker,
P.O. Box 10678- 0100
Nairobi,
1st September, 2014.

The Human Resource Manager,
ABC Company,
Box 34567– 00100,
Nairobi.
Dear Sir/ Madam

RE: APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT POSITION
I am writing to express my interest in the position of accountant graduate trainee as advertised in STU newspaper. I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting and Finance from Kenyatta University and have a CPA 4 qualification.

I am particularly attracted to your firm because your graduate training programme will help me gain hands on experience in the banking industry. During my time as a student I have had part-time jobs and an internship, all of which have given me a chance to work as part of a team and meet deadlines. Working at FGH company gave me a chance to inspire and motivate others while at the same time invest in my integrity and accountability skills.

In addition to my formal education, I grasp fresh concepts quickly and can easily adapt to new changes. My first-rate communication skills will assist me in building a professional network of clients and colleagues. I have also learnt to give positive feedback, and to use it to set my own personal goals for self-improvement I welcome the challenge of working with you in a bid to build on my professional skills while upholding your dedication to exceptional customer service delivery.

I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my interest further with you. You can reach me at 07XX 123456 if you need further information and clarification.

Sincerely,
(Signature)
Graduate Job Seeker