Application letter critique

Arvind Kumar Rajandran

University of Sydney

Business Faculty

+65 97979568

 

September 15, 2012

 

Dear Sir/Madam:

Re: Winter Internship position at DBS, Job Reference: COO/PXN/1206/0002

I would appreciate the opportunity to be considered for the Winter Internship position as stated on the Development Bank of Singapore’s website.

An internship position at DBS is of particular interest to me as I would like to gain valuable work experience in a financial institution that has a strong Asian focus. DBS has set its sights on regional expansion into South East Asia and China. I would like to contribute to DBS as it goes through this challenging time where it is at the heart of the Asian boom.   

Currently, I am a Masters student studying Banking and Finance at the University of Sydney. I have undertaken modules on Capital Markets and Corporate Finance. Above all, I am willing to learn new things and to keep an open mind in order to immerse myself fully in the culture at DBS. As a testament to my willingness to learn new things, I interned at Ernst & Young during my undergraduate years. Despite the fact that my undergraduate degree specialized in Life Sciences, I was able to familiarize myself quickly with the various auditing terminology and tools. During my internship at Ernst & Young, I was assigned to Neptune Orient Lines (NOL). NOL is one of the priority clients of the auditing firm. Being assigned to a priority client of the firm was challenging but I found the experience to be personally fulfilling. With such an experience, I feel that I will fit well into the dynamic and challenging business environment in DBS.   

I would find the opportunity to intern at DBS both worthwhile and enriching. I do hope that you will look favourably at my application. I look forward to hearing from you and can be reached in confidence at the abovementioned telephone number.

 

Yours Faithfully,

Arvind Kumar Rajandran