Letterhead for ABC Company
123 Anystreet, Anytown, Anystate
Phone 555-555-1234, Fax 555-555-5678

November 27, 2000

INS Northern Service Center
PO Box 85129
Lincoln NE 68501-5129

Dear Sir or Madam:

We are writing to request that BOB SMITH be extended his existing  TN status for the position of SYSTEMS ANALYST.

We would like to continue to employ Mr. BOB SMITH as a SYSTEMS ANALYST, reporting to JOHN DOE, Director of Information Services. This NAFTA qualifying position is described in the DOT category "030.167-014 SYSTEMS ANALYST (profess. & kin.)". 

In this position, Bob Smith will be required to continue performing the following duties:

• Analyze end-user requirements, document and develop solutions using computer technology
• Write detailed requirements which will then be developed into specific technical requirements using computer technology
• Prepare time and cost estimates, and monitor projects using standard project management tools.
• Study existing computer hardware and software, and provide input on improvement of such hardware and software
• Work with our existing IT staff in providing assistance in software development, creating of test plans, installation plans, and other project direction.

This position requires an individual with a related degree.  Based on Bob Smith’s education and experience, he is ideally suited for this position. We believe Mr. Smith qualifies for TN status, as outlined in section 214(e) of the North American Free Trade Agreement. We believe Mr. Smith meets the requirements to be admitted as a SYSTEMS ANALYST with the duties which are outlined and described by the Department of Labor's Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT). He is a professional as outlined in the regulations 8 CFR 214.6.

We require his services temporarily for an additional one year period, starting 12/15/2001 and ending no later than 12/14/2002 contingent upon INS approval of this extension. Once this temporary employment has completed we fully expect Bob Smith to return to Canada.  Mr. Smith’s employment will comply with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. He will earn an annual salary of $60,000 plus standard company benefits as outlined in his employee handbook. There are currently no labor disputes, nor are any anticipated at ABC Company.  Mr. Smith has provided us evidence that he is a Canadian citizen.   We have provided copies of such documents showing proof of citizenship and proof of suitable education for this position.

ABC Company is publicly traded company (NYSE: ABC) based in Minneapolis and was established in 1973.  We are one of the 10 largest manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, with offices world-wide, employing over 4,000 employees in the USA, and 2,000 additionally in our international offices. ABC Company manufactures widgets, with annual world-wide sales of $300 million dollars.

Should any further information be required, I can be reached at 612-555-1234 (during regular business hours), or at 612-555-6789 (after regular business hours).

Very truly yours,

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JANE DOE,

Director of Human Resources.

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