Cover Letter


Tonique Gordon
(929) 225-5388
September 18, 2023

Mott MacDonald
438 Main St #300
Buffalo, NY 14202

Dear Hiring Manager,

My name is Tonique Gordon, I am a second year college student attending The City College of New York (CCNY) pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering. I am writing this letter to express my strong interest in a civil engineering internship at your prestigious company, Mott Macdonald. I’m highly impressed with your company’s projects, especially the East Side Access project, due to my passion for large-scale structural  engineering.Witnessing your company’s impact on people’s lives has fueled my eagerness to intern with you. I believe I am a strong candidate for this position due to my methodical approach to problem-solving, ingenuity, efficiency, and strong teamwork. I hope to apply and expand these skills at your company.

  I am an extremely driven student with exceptional communication skills which makes me an avid team player. As a library page, I routinely assist 10-15 patrons daily and collaborate with a team of 6 to support various tasks, including aiding children during library programs. Effective communication and simplifying complex topics for our young audience are vital aspects of my role. My communication skills translate excellently into my writing skills. As an intern at the Capital Planning and Construction Department of the NYPL, my role involves frequent emails with superiors to provide project updates, necessitating clear and concise communication skills. Additionally, in project tasks such as data plans, finish plans, and spec sheets, I prioritize straightforward and easily comprehensible documentation, recognizing the need for clarity as these materials pass through various hands.  As an aspiring structural engineer, I’m eager to master essential technologies in my field, like AutoCAD Civil 3D and stormwater modeling tools. I hope to explore these interests at your company. This would provide me with a valuable head start in my career and the independence to contribute effectively to significant projects.

Please refer to my resume for a more comprehensive overview of my qualifications. Reviewing it will get a more extensive view of my capabilities. I’d like to be interviewed for this position to further explain the assets I can offer your company in greater depth. Please contact me via my cell phone number (929)225-5388 or my email Tanice521@gmail.com at your earliest convenience. I am available 24/7 so please feel free to reach me at any time.

Sincerely,

Tonique Gordon.

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