How to Write Cover Letter
HEADING /DATE/INSIDE ADDRESS:Standard business-letter format, such as block style;
SALUTATION:
“Dear Ms./Mr. Jones“>“Dear Hiring manager“,“Dear Search Committee“>“Dear Sir/Madam“,“To Whom it May Concern“.
OPENING PARAGRAPH:
Clearly state the position for which you are applying.
Include a synopsis of why you are a top candidate for the position.
BODY:
Outline the top reasons why you’re worthy of an interview.
Demonstrate how your credentials, motivation and track record would benefit their operation.
Review your top five selling factors(the ones you jotted down when doing your company research)and weave them into the body, perhaps as a bulleted list.
Back up achievements with specific examples of how your performance benefited current and former employers. Precede your bulleted list with a statement such as “Highlights of my credentials include:“ or “Key strengths I offer include:...“.
Keep your letter positive and upbeat.
CLOSING PARAGRAPH:
Generate a call for action, so express your strong interest in an interview and state that you will follow up soon to confirm your resume was received and discuss the possibility of meeting face-to-face.
COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE AND YOUR NAME:
End with a professional close such as “Best regards“, “Sincerely“ or “Respectfully yours“.
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SAMPLE:
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930 Highland Ave.
State College, PA 16801
Nov. 15, 2000
Mr. Gerard Berger
Manager of Human Resources
Allen Investments Inc.
1023 Collins Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Dear Mr. Berger,
I am applying for the position of client account coordinator, which was advertised Aug. 4 with the career services center at The Pennsylvania State University. The position seems to fit very well with my education, experience, and career interests.
According to the advertisement, your position requires excellent communication skills, computer literacy, and a B.S. degree in business, economics, or finance. I will be graduated from Penn State University this month with a B.S. degree in finance. My studies have included courses in computer science, management information systems, speech communications, and business writing. I understand the position also requires a candidate who is team- and detail-oriented, works well under pressure, and is able to deal with people in departments throughout the firm. These are skills I developed both in my course work and in my recent internship at Hunter & Finance Inc. in Boalsburg, Pa.
My background and goals seem to match your requirements well. I am confident that I can perform the job effectively, and I am excited about the idea of working for a dynamic, nationally recognized investment management firm.
If you would like to schedule an interview or otherwise discuss my interest in this position, please call me at 814/555-2468. I will be available at your convenience.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Army Sherwood(Signature)
Army Sherwood(Printed)
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