Student Assistant Cover Letter Examples

Dear Mr. Gates:

Upon learning of your search for a new Student Assistant to join your team at Merriweather College, I felt compelled to submit my resume for your review. As an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a recent degree from Merriweather—coupled with experience in various academic support roles, excellent communication talents, and a commitment to achieving organizational goals—I would be a valuable asset to your school in this role.

My background includes assisting students with various academic matters including financial aid, admissions, and their overall academic performance through multiple work-study positions while liaising with cross-functional departments and ensuring full compliance with confidentiality and privacy laws such as FERPA. With strong inner motivation, an outgoing and friendly demeanor, and superior organization talents, I am prepared to excel in this position.

Highlights of my qualifications include…

Providing key administrative support in various offices with Merriweather College throughout my academic tenure—including the Office of the Registrar’s, Admissions, Financial Aid, Academic Advisement—interacting effectively with diverse domestic and international students and staff.

Supporting new incoming students during the summers for three consecutive years, assisting them with dormitory and roommate assignments, class selection and enrollment, financial aid applications, and responding to general inquiries.

Balancing and efficiently attending to a high volume of student messages and calls with varying complexities, sensitivities, and competing priorities, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Earning a reputation for my welcoming and courteous personality, interacting respectfully with students and colleagues and holding an exceptional level of personal accountability; possessing outstanding customer service skills.

Obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Educational Studies from Merriweather College in 2015.

With my strong background in academic office support and service, as well as my demonstrated commitment to assisting students across multiple areas, I am well prepared to extend my record of service to Merriweather in this role. I welcome the opportunity to discuss this position and my qualifications with you further. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Lauren J. Ridder