Fellowship Sample LOI

Utilize this file as a sample fellowship letter of intent (LOI) to guide the structure, tone, and content of your own application.

This example is intended to demonstrate how to connect your experiences, professional interests, and career goals into a clear and compelling narrative while communicating your fit for a fellowship program.

Important considerations when using this resource:

• Please direct others to Pillspective to access this file rather than sharing it directly.

• Use this letter as a guide; do not copy it word for word. Your LOI should reflect your own experiences, motivations, and voice.

• Tailor each letter to the specific fellowship program, company, functional area, and (if possible) therapeutic area(s).

• Confirm the recipient’s name, title, organization, program name, and address before submitting.

• Follow all program-specific instructions. Unless otherwise directed, aim to keep your letter concise and limited to one page.

• Submit the final letter as a PDF to preserve its formatting across devices.

Additional tips to strengthen your letter of intent:

• Open with a clear statement identifying the opportunity and explaining your interest.

• Highlight two or three experiences that best demonstrate your preparation for the fellowship rather than repeating your entire CV.

• Explain the significance of each experience, the skills you developed, and how it shaped your professional goals.

• Use specific examples and quantify accomplishments when appropriate.

• Demonstrate genuine knowledge of the program and explain why its opportunities align with your goals.

• Clearly communicate what you hope to contribute, not only what you hope to gain.

• Maintain a professional, confident, and authentic tone while avoiding generic statements or exaggerated language.

• Review your letter carefully for spelling, grammar, formatting, and accuracy.

• Ask a mentor or advisor to review your letter before submission.