TEMPORARY STAFF / INTERNS / PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT
(Biocompatibility / Toxicology Laboratory)
Key Responsibilities
· Dosing of laboratory animals by oral, dermal and injection routes
· Blood collection through cardiac puncture or other routes
· Full dissection and histology work
· In vitro cell culture work
Key Requirements
Students from Biomedical Science, Biology, Veterinary Technology or related disciplines
Assignment Terms & Conditions
Temporary Duration : 6 months or more
Remuneration : Negotiable
Work Hours : 8.30am to 6.00pm (Mon to Thursdays)
8.30am to 5.30pm (Fridays)
Work Location : TÜV SÜD PSB Pte Ltd
1 Science Park Drive
Singapore 118221
Contact Person
Lyn Teo, HR Manager
Human Resource Department
Phone: +65 6885 1141
Fax: +65 6778 6328
email: lyn.teo@tuv-sud-psb.sg
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Teo Wei Loong Jonathan
No.3 Tanah Merah Kechil Rise
Singapore 465603
jonathanteowl88@gmail.com
62424380 (home)
91064844 (mobile)
9th Febuary, 2011
Lyn Teo, HR Manager
Human Resource Department
TÜV SÜD PSB Pte Ltd
1 Science Park Drive
Singapore 118221
Dear Ms Teo
Application for Internship at Biocompatibility / Toxicology Laboratory
It is with great interest and enthusiasm that I am applying for the TÜV SÜD PSB internship circulated to my mailbox. This opportunity is precisely what I am looking for and an ideal chance for me to expand my knowledge, educational background and experience in my field.
Since young, I have always had a passion for science and aspired to one day work in the Biomedical field; this is reflected in my education choices since secondary school. I have attended numerous workshops and seminars aimed at increasing my knowledge and skills to increase my worth and to better make contributions to this field of study. I not only enjoy learning more about the biomedical field, but find myself even more enthusiastic when it comes to practical laboratory work, where the theories learned come into play right in front of my eyes.
The highlights of my academic career involved the chances given to me put theory into practice. The strongest impression was made when I managed to secure an attachment to Temasek Lifesciences Laboratory, available only to a select few through a series of rigorous tests and interviews. My work there involved the cultivation and genetic manipulation of the model fungus Neurospora crassa. Under the guidance of my mentor, I defined some molecular mechanisms that plagued mutant #77. My meticulous and careful working style, coupled with creative and sometimes unorthodox ideas led to an early completion of the project. This application of theories to reality left me with a strong impression – I wanted to gain more experience to one day work in a research laboratory.
Despite this, I have yet to have the opportunity to work with live animals, a chance that I hope to acquire by working with distinguished company such as yours. It is thus with great pleasure that I seek out another fulfilling opportunity to compound my experience, one that I hope I can find with you and yours.
I look forward to having the opportunity to further discuss any questions you may have regarding my application.
Yours sincerely
Jonathan Teo
Hi Jon! Well here's afew errors which I have noticed (those in CAPS are the corrections):
ReplyDelete(1)The highlights of my academic career involved the chances given to me IN PUTTING theory into practice.
(2) ...available only to a SELECTED few...
In terms of content, I think it is a good fit to the job requirements, to work with animals and also your interest and passion sciences.
In addition, the job requirements also did not mention much on competencies so it is good that your structured your application letter to cover more on your interst and past working experience.
If the above internship application is real, I am sure with this application letter, you probably will land yourself with an interview opportunity =) All the best and see you in class!
Hi,Jonathan!
ReplyDeleteJust personal opinion, as you said: "..have attended numerous workshops and seminars aimed at increasing my knowledge and skills to increase my worth and to better make contributions to this field of study."
You may indicate some workshops/semenars that relate to the work. I think the company will like to see you have done/learn something similar to the work.
Have a nice day! :)
Hey Jonathan,
ReplyDeleteJust a minor mistake:
Lyn Teo, HR Manger should be
Lyn Teo
HR Manager
I think writing about your internship gives you an advantage as they are looking for people to carry out in vitro cell culture work. I am sure you did them during your internship...
Hey Jon
ReplyDelete"I see what you did there". Yep, with the improvements from the previous draft I think this is fine. Fix the format error Zhi Yan pointed out and this should be good to go.
Hi Jonathan, this internship opportunity looks so familiar! Anyway, I think it's a good exposure for you since you are passionate about laboratory work.
ReplyDeleteI feel that your cover letter is well planned and organised. You have clearly stated the skills that the company is looking for, which is good. However, you may want to rephrase your last sentence of paragraph three to make it sound like what you have to offer the company. As mentioned in class, it is best to show what you can do rather than what the company can do for you. Would that sound more professional?
Hi Jonathan,
ReplyDeleteI liked the flow of your cover letter as the transitions didn't feel awkward and it was easy to read.
Here are some suggestions that you could consider:
1) A prominent example of the workshops/seminars attended:
It's great that you mentioned related past experiences to demonstrate your passion. However, you could provide a specific example which you find is more relevant for this internship, as it would serve to concretise your passion.
2) I believe there is a minor typo. error which I have highlighted in CAPS in the second last paragraph: " by working with A distinguished company..."
Good job and hope you found this useful!
Thanks for the advice guys! Will incorporate them into the next draft =)
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