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Resume Writing
Content of the Cover Letter
Attention! A cover letter should not be a repetition of your resume.
1st Paragraph
- If you’re replying to an ad, mention how you heard about the opening (newspapers, recruiters, etc.), state the position that you are seeking and explain why you’re the right person for the job.
- If you are making a general application for a professional goal or career objective, explain briefly why you think you’re the right person for the job. If someone has referred you to this company, mention it.
2nd Paragraph
- Show your interest in the organization and explain why your knowledge meets the company's needs.
3rd Paragraph
- Elaborate on education, experience, skills and achievements, personal characteristics, hopes and desires. Describe your qualities by presenting examples taken from your past work experience. The important thing is to show them that your past experience will contribute to their firm.
4th Paragraph
- Say that you will contact the company at a specific time and make sure that you follow up on your statement. If you prefer, ask that they contact you by giving them all the pertinent information.
- Request an interview.
- Thank the reader for his time.
Finish the letter off with a closing line.
Here are a few examples:
- Sincerely,
- Sincerely yours,
- Yours truly,
- Very truly yours,