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Ideally, you always want to start with a solid intro that describes who you are and what your essay will be about. Introduce yourself and name the specific position you're applying for. Think of it like you're trying to sell yourself as the ideal candidate for the job. End your introductory paragraph with a thesis that makes the claim that they should choose you for the job. Then, you can go into the rest of your essay making arguments that support your thesis. In fact, it may be a good idea to write your entire essay, making all of the points you want to make about why you're the right choice. Then, you can go back and write your introductory paragraph in a way that briefly touches on the rest of your essay. That way it feels much more like a cohesive unit and can make for a more compelling argument.