Sample Cover Letter – Environmental Science
Ella Environmental
25 Mountain Ave
Nature Valley VIC 3044
0404 500 100
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18 August 2015
Ms Josie MacKenzie
Graduate Recruitment Co-ordinator
Monarc Environmental
22 Treehill Grove
Sunshine VIC 3058
Dear Ms MacKenzie,
It is with great interest that I apply for your Environmental Science Intern Program, as advertised on the
Monash University Career Gateway website on 12 August 2015. The idea of working for Monarc
Environmental has great appeal as your commitment to educating industry on waste control is something I
particularly admire and value.
I am a third year student completing a Bachelor of Environmental Science Degree at Monash University with
majors in geoscience and chemistry. I am keen to apply my knowledge and key skills gained through both
university study and industry related work experience.
My studies have assisted me in gaining relevant technical skills in testing and monitoring water quality and
provided an understanding of contaminants such as soil, groundwater, sediment or surface water for the
general protection of human health. Course field trips and volunteering activities for a conservation research
project have also added to my abilities to collect and record data for analysis and increase my knowledge of
the current issues, policies and legislation of Natural Resource Management and freshwater systems. My
success in units requiring scientific report writing skills have highlighted the importance I place on being
methodical, accurate and complying with regulatory standards.
Through my part time employment in the retail and hospitality sector, I have a strong customer focus with the
ability to communicate and deal with people from a diverse range of backgrounds. In my current work at Earth
Bar I have had to handle many challenging customer enquiries and have learnt to resolve them in a
professional and timely manner. Through my voluntary work with Conservation Volunteers, I have participated
in community education programs to raise awareness of water resource management and this has helped me
to further develop my presentation skills.
Thank you for your time and consideration in reviewing my application. My resume and academic transcript
are attached as requested. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my key skill areas and interest in your
organisation further at an interview and can be contacted on 0404 500 100.
Yours sincerely,
Ella Environmental
monash.edu/careers
Environmental Science Intern
Monarc Environmental
Monarc Environmental specialises in environmental monitoring, environmental site
assessment and remediation, environmental systems review and a range of other
related services.
We have a long history of working with the EPA and other
government authorities to provide a range of much needed services to industry.
We are seeking a final year Environmental Science student who has a strong interest in
environmental management. You will gain experience working within a highly skilled
multi-disciplinary team and hands on skills in environmental assessment and testing.
Key Skills required:
 Strong technical and data collection skills
 Excellent report writing skills
 Good communication and presentation skills
 Strong attention to detail
Above all you must have a true passion for working in the environmental industry and
a desire to learn and contribute to the Monarc Environmental team.
Applications are due on 27 August 2015. Please attach your resume and a copy of
your academic transcript. For further information contact Ms Josie MacKenzie on 9494
4848.
monash.edu/careers
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