Cover Letters
A cover letter is a one-page, formal document submitted with a job application or CV.
It could be written as an email if you are applying online, or a printed copy to accompany a written application.
It should state your intention to apply for a position, and highlight your relevant skills and experience.
A cover letter should include the following information using the same formatting as your CV:
1. Introduction
A brief self-introduction including where and when you found the advertisement for the position.
2. Suitability
Highlight your key skills and experience that are relevant to the position you are applying for.
3. Conclusion
Thank the employer for considering your application, and invite them to find more detailed information on your CV.
Let the employer know that you would be available for an interview at their convenience.
Consider using a template to help you complete your first draft
A cover letter is a one-page, formal document submitted with a job application or CV.
It could be written as an email if you are applying online, or a printed copy to accompany a written application.
It should state your intention to apply for a position, and highlight your relevant skills and experience.
A cover letter should include the following information using the same formatting as your CV:
1. Introduction
A brief self-introduction including where and when you found the advertisement for the position.
2. Suitability
Highlight your key skills and experience that are relevant to the position you are applying for.
3. Conclusion
Thank the employer for considering your application, and invite them to find more detailed information on your CV.
Let the employer know that you would be available for an interview at their convenience.
Consider using a template to help you complete your first draft
| cover-letter-template.pdf |
