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Cover
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The
Cover Letter
Always
customize your cover letter for the position you're applying for!
The
cover letter serves as your introduction to an employer and should accompany
your resume at all times. It should have a fairly formal, professional
style, without seeming stiff. Avoid addressing the employer by their
first name unless you know them well or they've invited you to a first
name basis.
The
body of your letter should consist of three paragraphs. In the first
paragraph, state the position you are applying for and how you heard
of it. Get right to the point! In the second paragraph, state briefly
why you are qualified for the position. This may involve reviewing the
main points of your resume, indicating why you're interested in the
job and how your experience relates. In the third paragraph, state clearly
that you would like to be considered as a candidate and that you are
seeking to obtain an interview. Give the employer a specific time frame
in which you will call them in order to inquire about obtaining an interview.
Thank them for any consideration they may give you.
When
and Why
When you've never
spoken with the employer, a cover letter is absolutely essential. Use
it to concisely and informatively introduce yourself. Never send the
resume alone.
When
you've spoken with the employer, use the cover letter to remind the
employer of your conversation. Reiterate why you want the position and
why you're qualified for it. Thank the employer for any previous time
they have given you to talk over the position. The cover letter can
be more brief in this instance.
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