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Sample Cover Letter
Your Street Address (use your own letterhead)
Your City, State and Zip Code
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Date
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Name of Recipient
His/Her Title
Company/Organization Name
Address of Recipient
City, State and Zip Code
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Dear Ms., Mr., or Dr. [Recipient’s
name}:
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State something interesting
you learned from your research about the company or
make reference to a previous conversation, if you had
one. Next, write a statement that defines the purpose
of your letter. You could state which position you
are seeking and where you learned about it. Demonstrating
that you have researched the company helps sell you
as a candidate.
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In the second paragraph,
highlight specific skills that would be useful to the
employer. Refer to some additional information that
may not be highlighted in your resume such as international,
special, technical, or cultural experiences. Connect
the points you make with the position requirements.
Provide strong examples of your experience that directly
support what the employer seeks in skills. Show how
you would benefit the company and what you have to offer.
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To conclude the cover letter,
indicate that you are interested in action. Make every
effort to maintain control of the process by indicating
that you will follow-up to set an interview date. Refer
to your enclosed resume and than the reader for their
time and consideration.
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Sincerely,
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Your Name
- Proofread all letters for spelling, grammar
& clarity
- Use proper business-letter format and high
quality paper
- Be brief and generate interest with the content
of the letter
- Remember, the purpose of a cover letter
is to gain an interview.
- Never mention salary in the cover letter
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