Dear Acquisitions & Collections Services Department,
I am interested in applying for the position of Student Assistant within your department.
I am currently studying for a degree in Library and Information Science at the University of XYZ and I believe that this role would provide me with excellent experience and knowledge in the field of acquisitions and collections. I am a hard-working and motivated individual who is passionate about providing excellent customer service. I have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and I am confident that I could work well within a team.
I am knowledgeable about a variety of library software programs and I am confident that I could quickly learn any new software that may be required for this role. I am also familiar with the MARC 21 standard and I have experience of cataloguing library materials.
I believe that I have the skills and experience necessary to be successful in this role and I am eager to learn more about acquisitions and collections. I am confident that I could make a positive contribution to your department and I look forward to the opportunity to develop my skills further.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Jessil Bijou J