Letter of Intent Help!!

[phyanth]

So, I am starting my first year as a grad student this fall and I am applying to be a graduate student instructor for a physical anthro lab! I need to write a letter of intent, but I am not sure what exactly to highlight. I have teaching experience as a docent at a natural science museum and have taken a plethora of upper level/grad courses in physical anthropology during my undergrad career. How should I talk about the courses, and what else could I talk about? Would it be appropriate to discuss personal characteristics (outgoing, enthusiastic, organized, etc), or is it unnecessary/unprofessional? I would love to hear any feedback! Thanks

[CarlieE]

You might want to check out the SOP threads since both an SOP (Statement of Purpose) and Letter of Intent or Statement of Intent are more or less the same.

[stell4]

I think it is appropriate to discuss personal characteristics, just try to not make it a list of what you know everyone wants and highlight how your personal characteristics make you more fit for the position. I think with that and talking about your past experience and course work you will have an plenty to make a good letter of intent; it really shouldn't be too long or wordy. Sorry I have no suggestions for wording, hopefully someone else has some good ideas there. I know I too could use some help with that