Sample Outline of a Memorization Speech Introduction I. Opener a. Narration i.

Susie is applying for a summer internship needs to send appropriate documentation resume, references, and cover letter. Susie has a resume, but what is a cover letter? II. Introduction Transition a. Definition of topic: A cover letter: is a letter that accompanies your resume and lets the employer know why you are interested. b. Relevance (Need to Know): According to CES, in 1980 1 out of 36 students had an internship, today 4 out 5 students have participated in an internship chances are you might need to apply for an internship, too. c. Background of Speaker: Since I work at CES, I am good person to inform you about this. III. Thesis a. Today, I will go through the steps of writing a cover letter. IV. Preview a. We will examine the three paragraphs: all you need to do is provide a rationale, link, and closing. Body I. Rationale a. What, When, Where, Why i. What are you applying for? ii. When did you see the internship opening? iii. Where did you see the internship opening? iv. Why are you applying? This is the suck- up line b. Internal Transition i. Now that you can write a rationale just remember what, when, where, why, and it is time for the next paragraph. What is the next step? (Ask audience to tell me correct answer gets a piece of candy.) II. Link a. Think then Link i. Think about the job description ii. Then link your skills b. Internal Transition i. Okay, so you can think and link but whats next? (piece of candy for correct answer). III. Closing a. Connect, Call, Consideration i. Connect the employer to you ii. Say you will call them iii. Thank them for their time and consideration Conclusion I. Restate thesis and preview a. Now you should know how to write a cover letter here is the finished product containing the three important paragraphs rationale, link, and closing. (show overhead). II. Tie back to Opener a. With these helpful tips, rationale, link, and closing you and Susie should have no problem writing an excellent cover letter. Memorization Strategies used I. Repetition II. Extrinsic Rewards

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