I am currently completing my bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and in fulfillment of my education requirements and professional goals, I am looking for an internship program in the financial or accounting sector.
I recently came across your company’s opening for an intern via the Internship in London website (http://www.internshipinlondon.com/financial-services/internship-in-financial-service-accounting/74) and I was immediately impressed by the extensive requirements and responsibilities you have set for your prospective interns. With the type of internship program that your company has, I feel that it will be the best program that will enable me to apply my theoretical knowledge in a real-life setting and at the same time, will also allow me to develop even more knowledge and skills. In addition, working for an international company in the banking and payment services industry will provide me with a good first exposure to the financial sector and will also give me a good head start for my career.
Although I have no prior work experience in the field, I believe that I am qualified for your internship program. I have a natural talent for the mathematics and I love working with numbers. This is evidenced by the fact that even before I pursued a degree in Accounting, I have already obtained diplomas in mathematics and physics. I also have a great passion for learning about accounting and financials and I am very knowledgeable about the basics of accounting, such as the preparation of income tax returns and the reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger accounts. In addition, I have sufficient knowledge of the UK tax laws, which will enable me to complete the various tax-related responsibilities that will be required of your interns. Moreover, I am adept at using the various Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and also have basic computer troubleshooting skills.
Although I may not have complete knowledge in all the areas that are required for your internship program, I can assure you that I am a fast-learner and I can easily cope with new tasks and responsibilities. I am also a determined person who never gives up in the face of challenges. I work well under pressure, as I have great time management skills, and I always approach every new project or assignment with a positive attitude. I have participated in various school activities, which helped me learn to manage my priorities, and which have taught me about teamwork and how to be a good team player. I immensely enjoy working in a collaborative environment as it provides for a learning experience that’s both fun and productive. I am sure that I will also enjoy working with colleagues in a work setting. As well, I have great communication skills, which will enable me to effectively complete any client-facing tasks or responsibilities that are included in the program.
I consider myself to be an ambitious person who has high hopes and dreams. I am also a self-starter who always welcomes new challenges. In the long-term, my goal is to become a Financial Director in an accountancy firm. I know that it will take much time and much work for me to reach that goal, but with persistence and with the right opportunities, I know that it’s not an impossible feat. In this regard, I believe that your internship program will be a good opportunity, which will serve as my first step towards achieving that goal. As such, I would be greatly honored should you consider my application for your esteemed company’s internship program.
