cv with cover letter class 10

Class 9-10 English 2nd Paper CV with Cover Letter

Ssc english 2nd paper cv with cover letter.

CV With Cover Letter

• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a computer Operator in a company.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of an English teacher.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of an Accounts Officer.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a marketing manager.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a Management Trainee.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a News Reporter.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a Medical Representative.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a Sales Girl.
• a CV with a cover letter for the post of a Peon.
• Suppose, you are Taskia/Toukir and you have passed H.S.C and got a diploma on computer. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post of a computer Operator in a company. Your CV should not exceed one page.

1 January 2017

The HR Manager

ABC Company

Mirpur, Dhaka

Subject : Application for the post of a computer operator.

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published (cÖKvwkZ) in the ‘The Daily Star’ on 25 December 2015, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a computer operator in your company. As an interested candidate (AvMÖnx cÖv_©x wn‡m‡e), I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration (mywe‡ePbv).

I, therefore, hope that you would kindly call me for the next proceedings (cieZ©x c`‡ÿc¸‡jv).

Sincerely yours (Avcbvi wek¦¯Í),

CURRICULAM VITAE

Name                                             :     Taskia

Father’s Name                                :     Kamrul Islam

Mother’s Name                               :     Lutfunnesa

Date of Birth                                  :     01 January 1995

Nationality                                     :     Bangladeshi by birth

Permanent Address                         :     Vill : Yousufpur, P.O + P.S : Daulatpur, Dist : Kustia

Educational profile (wkÿvMZ †hvM¨Zv)  :      (a) Diploma in Database Management System (2012) GPA 3.10, NACTAR, Bogra

(b) HSC (2011) Humanities, GPA 4, Jessore Board

(c) SSC (2009) Humanities, GPA 4.25, Jessore Board

Experience (AwfÁZv)                    :     I have been serving as a computer operator at XYZ Company since 2013.

References                                     :     (a) Md. Abdur Rashid

HR Manager, XYZ Company, Kustia

Mobile: …………….

(b) Ziaur Rahman

Assistant Professor, Kushtia College, Kushtia

• Suppose, you are Azim/Nuzhat. Your home district in Satkhira. you have recently completed your MA in English from Rajshahi University. You have found a job advertisement in the Daily Star that Nur High School is looking for a young and energetic English teacher. You have decided to take up teaching as a profession. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. [Dinajpur Board–2015, Sylhet Board–2015, Chittagong Board–2015, Rajshahi Board–2015]

10 February 2017

The Headmaster

Nur High School

Satkhira Sadar, Satkhira.

Subject : Application for the post of an English teacher.

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in ‘The Daily Star’ on 29 January, 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of an English teacher in your school. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

I, therefore, hope that you would kindly call me for the next proceedings.

Sincerely yours,

Name                                             :     Azim

Father’s Name                                :     Abdur Rahman

Mother’s Name                               :     Mrs. Aklima Akhter

Date of Birth                                  :     01 January 1992

Permanent Address                         :     Vill : Tetulia, P.O + P.S : Kaligonj, Dist : Satkhira

Educational profile                         :     (a) MA (English), 2015, 1st Class, Rajshahi University

(b) BA (Hons. in English), 2014, 1st Class, Rajshahi University

(c) HSC (2010) Humanities

GPA 4.5, Jessore Board

(d) SSC (2008) Humanities

GPA 5, Jessore Board

Experience                                     :     I have been serving as an Assistant English teacher at KPB High School, Dhaka since 2015.

References                                     :     (a) Zillur Rahman

Assistant Professor, B.M College, Barisal

(b) Md. Khaleduzzaman Khan

Azimpur High School, Dhaka

Mobile:…………….

• Suppose, some Accounts Officer will be appointed in the Prime Bank. You are interested to be one. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. [Comilla Board–2015, Jessore Board–2015]

20 January 2017

Motijheel C/A,

Subject : Application for the post of an accounts Officer.

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the ‘The Independent’ on 15 Janurary 2016, I came to know that you have some vacant posts of accounts Officer in your Bank. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for one of the posts. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Sabiha Sultana

Name                                             :     Sabiha Sultana

Father’s Name                                :     Monirul Islam

Mother’s Name                               :     Khaleda Akhter

Date of Birth                                  :     01 January 1991

Permanent Address                         :     Vill : Natai Para, P.O + P.S : Bogra Sadar, Dist : Bogra

Educational profile                         :     (a) MBA (Accounting), 2014, GPA : 3.75, Dhaka University

(b) BBA (Accounting), 2013, GPA : 3.30, Dhaka University

(c) HSC (2009) Business Studies, GPA 4, Rajshahi Board

(d) SSC (2007) Business Studies, GPA 4.25, Rajshahi Board

Experience                                     :     I have been serving as an Assistant Accounts Officer at XYZ Bank Ltd., Motijheel, Dhaka, since 2013.

References                                     :     (a) Siddikur Rahman

HR Manager, XYZ Bank Ltd., Motijheel, Dhaka.

(b) Latifur Rahman

Assistant Professor, Dhaka University, Dhaka

• Suppose, you are Saiful and you have passed MBA in Marketing. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of marketing manager. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

1 March 2017

Farmgate, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of marketing manager.

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the daily ‘Prothom Alo’ on 25 February 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a marketing manager in your company. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Saiful

Father’s Name                                :     Hossain Ali

Mother’s Name                               :     Rokeya Begum

Date of Birth                                  :     15 January 1988

Permanent Address                         :     Vill. + P.O : Kuralia, P.S : Sirajgonj Sadar, Dist : Sirajgonj.

Educational profile                         :     (a) MBA (Marketing), 2011, GPA : 3.25, Dhaka University

(b) BBA (Marketing), 2009, GPA : 3.09, Dhaka University

(c) HSC (2005) Business Studies, GPA 4.88, Rajshahi Board

(d) SSC (2003) Business Studies, GPA 4.75, Rajshahi Board

Experience                                     :     I have been serving as a Marketing Manager at XYZ Company since 2011.

References                                     :     (a) Abed Khan

HR Manager, XYZ Company, Rajshahi

(b) Siddikur Rahman

Professor, Dhaka University, Dhaka

• Suppose, you are Sujan and you have passed MBA in Management. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of a Management Trainee. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

15 January 2016

Gulshan, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of a Management Trainee .

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the daily ‘Prothom Alo’ on 5 January 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a Management Trainee in your company. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Sujan

Father’s Name                                :     Abdul Karim

Mother’s Name                               :     Sohana Sultana

Date of Birth                                  :     25 March 1988

Permanent Address                         :     Vill: Samespur, P.O + P.S : Borura, Dist : Comilla

Educational profile                         :     (a) MBA (Management), 2011, 1st Class, Chittagong University

(b) BBA (Management), 2009, 2nd Class, Chittagong University

(c) HSC (2005) Business Studies, GPA 4.84, Comilla Board

(d) SSC (2003) Business Studies, GPA 4.75, Comilla Board

References                                     :     (a) Gias Uddin

HR Manager, XYZ Company, Dhaka

(b) Badrunesa Begum

Professor, Chittagong University, Chittagong

• Suppose, you are Monirul Islam and you have passed MSS in Journalism. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of a News Reporter. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

30 January 2016

The Daily Star

Karwan Bazar, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of a News Reporter .

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in ‘ The Daily Star’ on 25 January 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a News Reporter in your renowned daily. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Monirul Islam

Father’s Name                                :     Kabirul Islam

Mother’s Name                               :     Husne ara

Date of Birth                                  :     1 April 1987

Permanent Address                         :     Vill: Kaligram, P.O + P.S : Bagha, Dist : Rajshahi

Educational profile                         :     (a) MSS (Journalism), 2011, 1st Class 3rd, Rajshahi University

(b) BSS (Journalism), 2009, 1st Class, Rajshahi University

(c) HSC (2005) Humanities, GPA 4.5, Rajshahi Board

(d) SSC (2003) Humanities, GPA 5, Rajshahi Board

Experience                                     :     I have been serving as a News Reporter at the ‘New Age’ since 2012.

References                                     :     (a) Robiul Islam

HR Manager, Bangladesh Protidin, Bashundhara,Dhaka

(b) Anisul Islam

Professor, Rajshahi University, Rajshahi

• Suppose, you are Sajjad and you have passed Bsc. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of a Medical Representative. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

11 March 2016

Jatrabari, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of a Medical Representative .

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the daily ‘Prothom Alo’ on 5 March 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a Medical Representative in your company. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Sajjad

Father’s Name                                :     Shamsur Rahman

Mother’s Name                               :     Firoza Khatun

Date of Birth                                  :     1 July March 1992

Permanent Address                         :     Vill: Kunkunia, P.O + P.S : Kazipur, Dist : Sirajgonj

Educational profile                         :     (a) Msc. (Chemistry), 2014, GPA : 3.13, Chittagong University

(b) Bsc. (Chemistry), 2013, GPA : 3.00, Chittagong University

(c) HSC (2009) Science, GPA 4.84, Rajshahi Board

(d) SSC (2007) Science, GPA 4.75, Rajshahi Board

References                                     :     (a) Sajid Rahman

(b) Fazlul Haque

Assistant Professor, Chittagong University, Chittagong

• Suppose, you are Farjana, a student of class ten. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of a Sales Girl. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

Tabassum Boutique House

New Market, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of a Sales Girl .

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the daily ‘Amader Somoy’ on 2 January 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a Sales Girl in your outlet. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Farjana

Father’s Name                                :     Mosharrof  Karim

Mother’s Name                               :     Dalia Akhter

Date of Birth                                  :     1 March 2001

Permanent Address                         :     4/E Azimpur, Dhaka

Educational profile                         :     On Study

Class Ten (Business Studies)

Azimpur Girls’ School, Azimpur, Dhaka

References                                     :     (a) Abdul Mazid

Senior Teacher

(b) Rubaiyat Hossain

Class Teacher

• Suppose, you are Rasel and you have passed HSC. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of a Peon. Now write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.

10 January 2016

Banani, Dhaka

Subject: Application for the post of a Peon .

I would like to inform you that from the advertisement published in the daily ‘Prothom Alo’ on 8 January 2016, I came to know that you have a vacant post of a Peon in your company. As an interested candidate, I would like to apply for the post. Here is my curriculum vitae for your wise consideration.

Name                                             :     Rasel

Father’s Name                                :     Kabir Uddin

Mother’s Name                               :     Sajeda Begum

Date of Birth                                  :     1 April 1998

Permanent Address                         :     Vill: Atmul, P.O : Atmul Bazar, P.S : Shibgonj, Dist : Bogra.

Educational profile                         :     (a) HSC (2014) Humanities, GPA 3.84, Rajshahi Board

(b) SSC (2012) Humanities, GPA 3.75, Rajshahi Board

References                                     :     (a) Jasim Uddin

Lecturer, Kabi Nazrul College, Dhaka

(b) Fuara Katun

Assistant Director, Bangladesh Bank

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Class 10 Cv Writing Format, Examples, Topics, Exercises

Introduction.

Review report jotting involves presenting factual information about events, incidents, or issues in a structured format. It’s an abecedarian aspect of journalism, aiming to inform compendiums about current happenings. Developing proficiency in review report writing not only enhances communication chops but also nurtures critical thinking and exploration capacities.

Understanding the Purpose of a CV

Before diving into the intricacies of CV writing, it’s crucial to grasp the purpose of a CV. A well-crafted CV enables you to make a positive first impression, highlighting your suitability for a specific opportunity. It should provide a concise yet comprehensive snapshot of your academic background, work experience, skills, and achievements. A compelling CV should convince the reader that you possess the qualifications and qualities they are seeking.

Also Read: Letter for Job Application Class 11

Gathering Information for Your CV

To create a powerful CV, you need to gather the necessary information beforehand. This includes details about your educational background, work experience, extracurricular activities, skills, and references. Take time to compile a comprehensive list of your accomplishments and experiences, ensuring you don’t miss any vital information that could enhance your CV’s impact.

Class 10 Cv Writing Format:

The format you choose for your CV largely depends on your individual circumstances and the requirements of the opportunity you’re pursuing.

Reverse Chronological Format The most often used CV format is reverse chronological. It prioritizes listing your professional experience and educational credentials in reverse chronological order, beginning with the most recent. Individuals with a solid work history and relevant experience should use this format.

Functional Layout The functional structure places more emphasis on your talents and abilities than your employment history. It is suitable for people with little to no work experience or those wishing to change careers.

Combination Format The combination format, as the name suggests, combines rudiments of both the rear chronological and functional formats. It allows you to punctuate your chops while also furnishing a chronological overview of your work experience. This format works well for individuals who want to showcase a balance between their chops and experience.

Structuring Your CV

A well-structured CV is essential for effective communication and readability.

1. Header and Contact Information Begin your CV with a clear and professional header that includes your name, contact information, and optionally, a professional photo. Make sure your contact information is up-to-date and easily accessible.

2. Personal Profile or Objective Statement Next, include a brief personal profile or objective statement that highlights your career goals and key attributes. This section should provide a compelling summary of your skills and aspirations, capturing the reader’s attention from the start.

3. Educational Background List your educational qualifications in reverse chronological order. Include the institution’s name, degree/diploma obtained, major subjects, and any notable achievements or honors.

4. Professional Experience Detail your employment experience, beginning with your most recent position. Include the name of the association, your job title, the length of your employment, and a brief description of your liabilities and accomplishments. To demonstrate your influence, use action verbs and quantifiable data.

5. Skills and Abilities Highlight your key skills and abilities that are relevant to the opportunity you’re pursuing. This section can include both hard and soft skills, such as technical proficiency, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork.

6. Achievements and Awards Showcase any notable achievements, awards, or recognition you have received throughout your academic or professional journey. This demonstrates your dedication, commitment, and excellence in your chosen field.

7. Extracurricular Activities Highlight your involvement in extracurricular activities, such as clubs, sports, volunteer work, or leadership roles. This section showcases your well-rounded personality and your ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

8. References Conclude your CV by mentioning that references are available upon request. It’s advisable to have a list of professional or academic references prepared, including their names, positions, contact information, and a brief description of their relationship with you.

Class 10 Cv Writing Examples:

Now, let’s explore some CV writing examples to gain a better understanding of how to apply the concepts we’ve discussed. These examples will provide practical insight into tailoring your CV for specific purposes.

Example 1: CV for a Part-Time Job

Example 1 showcases a CV tailored for a part-time job opportunity. It includes relevant skills, and educational qualifications, and highlights the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Example 2: CV for a Scholarship Application

Example 2 presents a CV designed for a scholarship application. It emphasizes academic achievements, and extracurricular activities, and showcases the candidate’s potential and dedication to their chosen field.

Example 3: CV for an Internship

Example 3 illustrates a CV specifically created for an internship application. It focuses on relevant coursework, and transferable skills, and highlights the candidate’s eagerness to gain practical experience in their field of interest.

Class 10 Cv Writing Topics:

When crafting your CV, it’s crucial to choose the right topics to highlight your strengths and align them with the opportunity you’re pursuing. Here are some popular CV writing topics:

1. Highlighting Your Academic Achievements This topic allows you to showcase your academic excellence, including notable projects, research papers, or academic awards.

2. Showcasing Your Leadership Skills Demonstrate your leadership potential by highlighting any leadership roles you’ve held, such as team captain, student council member, or club president.

3. Demonstrating Your Community Involvement Illustrate your commitment to your community by showcasing any volunteer work, community service projects, or initiatives you have participated in.

4. Emphasizing Your Technical Skills If you possess technical skills relevant to the opportunity, focus on highlighting them to demonstrate your proficiency and value.

5. Describing Your Communication Skills Effective communication is a valuable skill in various fields. Describe instances where you have demonstrated strong communication skills, such as public speaking engagements or written communication projects.

6. Presenting Your Work Experience When discussing your work experience, focus on your accomplishments and the impact you made in your role. Quantify your achievements whenever possible to showcase your value.

7. Illustrating Your Creative Talents If you have artistic or creative talents, highlight them in this section. Include any relevant projects, artwork, or performances that showcase your creativity and passion.

Class 10 Cv Writing Exercises:

To enhance your CV writing skills, it’s essential to practice and refine your approach.

Exercise 1: Creating a CV for a Fictional Character Imagine you’re creating a CV for a fictional character from a book or movie. This exercise allows you to apply CV writing principles to a unique context, helping you think creatively and develop a compelling narrative.

Exercise 2: Tailoring Your CV for a Specific Job Choose a job description for a position you’re interested in and tailor your CV accordingly. Highlight the skills, experiences, and qualifications that align with the requirements of the job. This exercise helps you understand the importance of customization and targeted CV writing.

Exercise 3: Revising and Polishing Your CV Take an existing CV, whether it’s your own or someone else’s, and revise and polish it to enhance its impact. Pay attention to clarity, conciseness, and visual appeal.

Conclusion On Class 10 Cv Writing:

Crafting an exceptional CV is a vital step toward unlocking opportunities and making a lasting impression. By understanding the purpose of a CV, choosing the right format, structuring it effectively, and highlighting relevant information, you can create a compelling document that showcases your qualifications and potential. Practice your CV writing skills through exercises and avoid common mistakes to maximize your chances of success.

How to write a cover letter for your CV

If you want to land the best jobs, you need to accompany your CV with a strong cover letter.

In this guide, I will show you how to write a cover letter that will get you noticed by employers and ensure you land plenty of interviews.

Starting with a basic overview…

To write an effective cover letter you must:

• Apply a professional format and layout
• Address the recipient by name
• Explain why you are suitable for the job you are applying for
• Explain why you are applying for the job
• Encourage the recruiter to open your CV

What is a cover letter?

Before you delve into this guide, it’s important to understand what a cover letter is, and what it’s purpose is.

Having a good understanding of these 2 factors will help you to create a really effective cover letter.

A cover letter is simply an introductory note which you send to recruiters and employers, when sending your CV

Here’s an example of a typical cover letter

What’s the purpose of a cover letter?

The purpose of your cover letter is to do the following 3 things;

• Introduce yourself
• Build rapport with the recruiter or employer
• Encourage them to open your CV

Cover letter format

Before you start to write your cover letter, you need to understand the basics of formatting one, and the structure to follow.

Using the correct format will ensure that your cover letter is easy for busy recruiters to read, and that you can highlight the important information that they want to see.

Use the following tips to format and layout your CV for best results.

Write your cover letter in the body of your message or email

The number one cover letter formatting rule to remember is, write your cover letter in the body of your email (or messaging box if you are sending via a job website ).

Never attach your cover letter as a separate document.

You want your cover letter to be instantly visible to recruiters and employers, form the moment they open your application.

If you attach it separately, you simply slowing down the process, and run the risk of having your application ignored (especially if it takes a long time for the document to open).

So, always write your cover letter in the body of your application message if you want to make an instant connection with the recipient.

Quick tip: If you are writing your cover letter in an email, use an eye-catching subject line that tailors your skills to the jobs. E.g. Developer with 5 years web app experience

Cover letter layout

Every cover letter will be different of course, but try to stick to this basic layout as much as possible, in order to provide the right information, in a logical order.

This will help you to build rapport with readers, and sell yourself to them in the short window of their attention you have.

Start by addressing the recipient

The first thing you need to do in your cover letter, is address the person you are approaching.

Follow with a friendly greeting

You want to appear professional when applying for jobs, but you also need to be friendly and personable.

So, follow with a friendly greeting such as;

• Hope you’re well
• I hope this email finds you well

Always remember that your message will be read by a real person, and they will appreciate being treated well.

Explain which job you are applying for

Once you’ve greeted and warmed up the recruiter with a friendly opening, it’s time to get to the point.

Let the recruiter know exactly which job you are applying for.

Remember that some recruiters will be working scores of vacancies, so be as specific as you can.

Explain why you are suitable for the job

In the body of your cover letter, you should provide a brief explanation of what makes you suitable for the job you are applying for.

This is ultimately what will encourage a recruiter or hiring manager to open your CV .

I will cover how to do this in more detail in the “W hat to include in a cover letter ” section of the guide.

Sign off in a friendly and professional manner

Remembering that your cover letter is a means of communication with the person receiving it – sign off in a friendly yet professional way.

Use a term like;

• Kind regards
• Look forward to hearing from you

Finish with a professional signature

Finally, at the very bottom of your cover letter, add a professional signature .

This will ensure it looks professional, and provide the reader with instant access to your contact details.

Quick tip: If you are writing a cover letter in email, format your signature to make it look extra-professional, and save it as your default signature for all of your outgoing mails.

How to start a cover letter

To start a cover letter, you should always aim to address the recipient by name – this is the best way to start building rapport.

But you are probably thinking, “How do I find their name??”

There are a few ways you can find the name of the person handling the vacancy

• On the job advert – sometimes the name and email address will be on the job advert itself
• Company website – If you’re applying directly to a company, you can often find the recruitment team or head of department on the company About us section
• LinkedIn – If you can determine the company and team for the vacancy, a search on LinkedIn can often uncover the most likely person to be handling the applications.

“What if I can’t find a name?”

If you can’t find a name, don’t panic – you won’t always be able to.

Simply address the recruiter with the word “Hi” – that’s all you can do in that instance.

Don’t use the phrase “ Dear sir or madam” – It’s very old-fashioned and impersonal.

How long should a cover letter be?

A cover letter should be short and sweet.

The purpose of a cover letter, is simply to persuade recruiters to open your CV, so it doesn’t need to be long .

You only need 3 – 6 sentences to write a good cover letter.

You have to bear in mind that recruiters and hiring managers are busy people, so you need to move them on to opening your CV quickly – or you might lose their attention.

What to include in a cover letter

The content you include in your cover letter will determine whether or not the recruiter is impressed by you, and if they will go on to open your CV.

So, it’s crucial that you include the information they want to see.

Here’s what to include…

Firstly, read the job advert properly

Before you start writing your cover letter, you must ensure that you understand what the recruiter wants from applicants.

Study the job advert carefully, and pick out the most important candidate requirements.

Focus mainly on hard skills such as languages, IT systems, industry experience etc.

Don’t focus on personal skills (such as adaptability, teamwork etc,) as they are needed for most jobs and won’t make you stand out.

Once you know what the recruiter wants from a successful candidate, try to reflect those attributes when writing the below points.

Industry skills

If you’re an experienced candidate, employers will mainly be interested in the work you have done in your industry, tools you are familiar with, type of projects you have worked on etc. so make these a focal point of your cover letter.

If you are less experienced (like a graduate or school leaver) focus on adding transferable skills from your studies, that can be carried over to the workplace.

Length of experience

Recruiters will need to know how much experience you have.

• Are you a graduate?
• Senior with 15 years of experience?

Qualifications

If the role you are applying for requires certain qualifications, then it’s crucial to mention them in your cover letter.

However, if the job advert doesn’t ask for them, or you simply know qualifications aren’t important to perform the role – then you can leave them out.

What you are currently doing

Recruiters will want to know what your current situation is, so be sure to inform them.

• Are you currently working in a similar role?
• Have you just left school?
• Are you immediately available, or do you have to work notice?

Your motivation for applying

One question that recruiters will often ask when they receive an application is, “ why is this person applying for the role ?”

And you need to answer that question in your cover letter.

Your reasons for applying should be positive, and suggest that you are looking to make a firm commitment to the employer.

Do write:  “After spending 2 years as senior manager at my current firm, I am looking to take a step up to manage a bigger team in a more specialist market”

Don’t write:  “ I’ve recently been fired from my old job, so I need a new one quickly”

Results you’ve achieved for employers

If you’re an experienced candidate, it’s a good idea to allude to the kind of results you have achieved for your current or previous employers.

Maybe you have;

• Saved them money
• Brought on new customers
• Improved processes
• Made plenty of sales

Only give an overview in your cover letter to keep things brief – save the detail for your CV .

How to end a cover letter

To end a cover letter , you should do 2 things; provide a strong call-to-action, and sign of professionally.

Provide a strong call to action

What is a call to action?

It’s simply a request to the reader to take a specific action…

In the case of your cover letter, the action you want the recruiter to take is open your CV.

So it can be helpful to write a line like,

“Please find my CV attached” near the bottom of your cover letter, to encourage readers to do so.

Sign off professionally

Finish your cover letter with a friendly term such as, “kind regards” followed by your name.

Then add a professional signature to the bottom, like the one below;

This makes the cover letter look professional and ensures that recruiters have;

• Your full name
• Phone number
• Email address

Cover letter samples

To give you some ideas and inspiration for writing your cover letter, here are 6  example cover letters .

Customer service cover letter

This customer service cover letter is short and to-the-point – it quickly delivers a host of reasons why this candidate would be valuable in a customer service role.

See also: sales assistant cover letter example

Finance cover letter

This cover letter outlines the candidate’s finance knowledge, and how they could apply it in the workplace

Graduate cover letter

Graduate’s cover letters are a little longer than most, as they don’t have as much experience, so need to describe their education and transferable skills.

Sales cover letter

This cover letter boasts the candidate’s ability to make sales and drive revenue.

Project management cover letter

An overview of the candidate’s project manager skills and the types of projects they deliver, are enough to entice recruiters here.

Teacher cover letter

This teacher cover letter provides a brief synopsis of the candidate’s teaching abilities and the types of lessons they teach.

Cover letter mistakes

When writing your cover letter, be sure to avoid some of these common mistakes…

Don’t attach your cover letter as a separate document

You want the contents of your cover letter to instantly greet and connect with the recruiter opening it – so attaching it as separate document will slow that process down.

It doesn’t make sense to attach it as a separate document when you can write in the body of your email or message.

Don’t write a whole side of A4

Your cover letter should be a brief introduction and overview of your suitability for the job.

If you write too much, you risk boring the reader and they might skip past your application.

Save the in-depth details for your CV.

Don’t copy and paste the same cover letter

When your applying for lots of jobs, it can be tempting to simply copy and paste your cover letter into every application.

Whilst this will save you time, it will have a negative effect on your applications.

If you don’t take the time to tailor your cover letter for every job, it’s likely that you will miss some of the key requirements for each job, and therefore you will not make as good as impression as you could have.

It’s OK to work from a template, to keep the structure and some important points that you might repeat for most applications – but always tailor each cover letter to the job spec, for best results.

Don’t use “Dear sir or Madam”

This greeting many have worked well in the 1800’s, but it’s dated and impersonal now.

A simple “Hi” is a friendly and professional way to start your cover letter nowadays.

How to write a cover letter – conclusion

Your cover letter is a crucial tool in the quest to land interviews in the job market.

If you follow the advice above, you should be able to create a concise and powerful cover letter that will excite recruiters, and take you one step closer to landing that dream job

Good luck with your job search!

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How To Write a Cover Letter for a CV (With Examples)

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When you apply for a job with a  curriculum vitae  (CV), it's important to include a cover letter, also known as a covering letter. This letter allows you to make a favorable first impression, using narrative in your own tone of voice to catch the reader’s attention and encourage them to seriously review your attached CV.

Like a resume, a CV summarizes your skills and experience. The  difference between a CV and a resume  is length, the focus on credentials, and what the documents are used for. Typically, a CV is required to apply for roles in academia, scientific research, and medical fields. 

While your CV provides a detailed—and often lengthy—look at your experience and credentials, the cover letter is an opportunity to call out your most important qualifications and make a compelling case for your candidacy for the role at hand. Here's what you need to know to write a successful curriculum vitae cover letter. 

Tailor the Letter to Fit the Organization

The CV cover letter should be  tailored to respond to the unique and specific requirements  requested by each organization you are approaching. 

Do not use the same cover letter for every job you apply to, even though it may seem like a timesaver. 

Each letter needs to provide detailed information about why are you are qualified for the specific job in question, and it should outline the reasons for your interest in the company or organization. Being specific is advantageous. Even if you're applying for two similar roles in two different hospitals, the two hospitals may serve different populations or require slightly different responsibilities for people in the role. Your letters to each hospital should reflect that. 

Use your cover letter to identify the skills or experiences most specific to the job, rather than copying directly the information in your CV.

What to Include

As a candidate, it's tempting to feel like the cover letter is unnecessary, since it is likely that all the pertinent information is included in your CV. Still, as you can see, the cover letter is a helpful tool in your application. Here's what to keep in mind as you write a cover letter. 

Format Matters

The content of your cover letter should be brief and structured. Aim for 3-5 paragraphs in your letter.  Start with a salutation. Your letter should address the relevant contact, whose name often appears in the job advertisement. Avoid “Sir” or “Madam” if possible.

If the letter recipient's name isn't provided, try these  tips to determine the correct contact person . 

Start With an Introduction

Typically, the first paragraph will be an introduction—if you are applying to a job ad, mention it here. Mention the job title, any reference number, and where and when you saw it. The first paragraph is also where you should mention if someone referred you to the position. 

The Body of the Cover Letter

The body of the letter—the second and third paragraphs—should highlight your relevant skills and experience. Highlight your  transferable skills , achievements, and versatility. Explain what you can contribute and what makes you stand out from your competition. Include mention of your current or last job, qualifications, and professional and academic training, tailoring your information to make it as relevant as possible to the organization or job applied for.

In the body of the cover letter, you can mention personality traits relevant to the role at hand. You can also use this space to call out why you're interested in this specific role, at this specific company. Potential employers and hiring managers will appreciate it if you can show you've read the job ad and researched the company. 

Avoid lengthy repetition of information covered in your CV. Unlike a CV, it is acceptable to write a cover letter in the first person.

Conclude the letter by succinctly summarizing why an employer may want to meet and employ you. Include a polite expression of interest in further dialogue with the recruiter. Do mention that you would like the opportunity to discuss your suitability further in a personal interview and that you await a response in due course.

Follow Instructions 

In some cases, an advertisement will indicate that a more substantial letter is required. 

Always follow specific instructions and include any information if it is specifically requested. For instance, some employers may ask you to include your current salary or your desired salary range. 

Make Sure the Letter Reads Well 

Ensure that your CV cover letter flows freely. You do not need to precisely match every point on the job description. The reader should be left with an overall impression that you are a potentially valuable addition to the workforce.

The letter should be readable and engaging. 

Negative information of any sort should be avoided in your cover letter, as well as on your CV.

You'll want to be sure your letter is free from grammar or spelling errors. It should also be clearly presented—that means using standard formatting, and common  readable fonts  (such as Times New Roman or Verdana) in an appropriate size. 

This is a cover letter example. Download the cover letter template (compatible with Google Docs and Word Online) or see below for more examples.

Depending on the employer's submission requirements, cover letters can be submitted online with your CV, uploaded online, or mailed. Be sure to follow the application instructions and follow the directions on how to apply. Consider this template for how to structure your letter: 

Belinda Applicant 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345 555-555-5555 belinda.applicant@gmail.com

October 25, 2021

Clark Lee, PhD Biology Department Chair Northwestern University 123 Business Rd. Business City, NY 54321

Dear Dr, Lee:

I am writing to apply for the position of assistant professor in the Biology department, as described in the Northern University website. The opportunity to teach biology appeals to me, and I believe I can be an asset to the department due to my experience as a field biologist, as well as my work as an adjunct professor at Southern State University. In accordance with your job description, I have the following skills:

• Experience lecturing to large audiences

• Experience with learning management systems and course design

• Ability to assist with labs for other professors

• Experience with grant writing and research

I have enclosed my curriculum vitae so you may examine my work and research experience, the papers I’ve published, and my educational background.

I can be reached anytime by email at Belinda.applicant@gmail.com or my cell phone, 555-555-5555. Thank you so much for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this position.

Signature (hard copy letter)

Belinda Applicant

When you are sending your cover letter by email, list your contact information in your signature rather than at the top of the letter. List your name and the job title in the subject line of the message. 

Here are more examples of cover letters that you can use as a starting point for your own correspondence.

• Cover Letters

Cover Letter is very useful when you are doing a job search. Cover letter describes you individually and it also tells about your vision for the job. This helps recruiter to take right decisions while hiring you. Generally, a cover letter has three sections or paras. In the first section you should introduce yourself, in second section you should mention the information about previous work experience in your career, special achievement, and in the last section you should acknowledge and mention when are you available for the interview. In this article, we will learn how to write a cover letter, the format of a cover letter for jobs, templates, letter samples, and cover letter examples.

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What is a cover letter.

Cover letter is a letter that goes along with a resume or a CV (traditionally as a cover). In fact, it facilitates us to introduce ourselves in a brief manner and again highlight the skills that might interest the employer.

Learn about Resume Writing here in detail .

Generally, it doesn’t contain information which might not be mentioned in the document that it comes along with. It is important to realize that a cover letter has no individual identity of its own.

In other words, a cover letter is supposed to accompany a CV or a resume. Moreover, one should write a custom cover letter for each job. Remember that the length should never exceed a page, the ideal is being half a page.

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As a matter of fact, writing a cover letter make a candidate to stand out from the crowd. Furthermore, it gives him the opportunity to reiterate any vital information such as compatible skills that might interest the employer and strengthen his candidature.

Note that, although it acts as a nice tool to include information, no employer wants to dwell into a life story. Hence, a letter should be sweet, precise and to-the-point.

Cover Letter Format

A correct format of a cover letter is very important for your first impression in a job search. Format of a cover letter is very simple, but it is not easy to write a cover letter. You have to make sure you are using right words and phrases. Here are some tips and guide to writing a cover letter in the right way.

Date and Contact Details : Cover letter starts with a date and your contact details. You should mention this on the left side of the letter.

Recipients information: Mention the name and job title of the person to whom you are writing the letter. For example, the name can be Hemant Kumar and job title can be a Hiring Manager or Nikunj Verma, Assistant Director. This will also make the hiring manager feel like something is written especially for him or her.

Salutation: Before you start the letter, address the hiring manager with  a salutation  like “Dear (Hiring Manager name).” For e.g. “Dear Hemant Kumar”. This is the very first thing the hiring manager will see.

Opening Paragraph: In the first paragraph you introduce yourself, and include for which position you are applying.

Middle Paragraph: In the second paragraph you should give information about your past work experience and career. Also don’t forget to highlight achievements, that will be a plus point.

Last Paragraph: In the last paragraph, you acknowledge the information and tell when are you available for the interview.

End: End the letter with regards and your good name.

Let’s take a cover letter example for a job.

Sample Cover Letter for a Job of Teacher

Here are cover letter samples when you are applying for a job of teacher or coach in any school or colleges.

December 10, 2017

Smith College, 250W. 55th Street

[email protected]

Cat Goddard

Assistant Director

REAL kids/Harlem RBI

333 East, 100th Street

New York, NY 10029

Dear Mr. Goddard,

I am a first-year student at Smith College, pleased to apply for the position of teacher with the 2018 REAL kids/Harlem summer program which I saw in your careers database. Armed with my inclination towards youth incubation and team sports, I am drawn towards this position as an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of the city youth.

I have good experience working with children in arts and athletic settings. As a Coach of Hardball League, I planned practices for beginners which motivated all players to do their best. Again, I worked as an Arts Leader for Fine Arts for Kids in Miami, inculcating in them the lessons or arts and sports, free of cost. The motivation behind this venture was to allow underprivileged children to explore their creative sides without bothering the school’s depleting funds.

As a coach with Harlem League, I would like to share some important lessons and best practices about leadership, group decisions, teamwork and motivation which I have learned so far from my experience. I am really excited about this opportunity to inspire your students to play and grow. I am available for a telephone or face to face interview at your convenience. Looking forward to hearing from you soon.

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Q :  What should be the length of a cover letter?

Ans:  Though the common length is half an A4 page, it should not exceed a single full page.

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4 Cover Letter Examples (Plus Tips on How to Write Yours)

We love having examples. It’s so much easier to decorate a cake, build a model, or yes, even write a cover letter when you know what the end product could look like. So that’s what we’re going to give you—all the cover letter examples and tips you need to make yours shine (unfortunately we’re not experts in cake decorating or model building). 

You'll see that writing a cover letter is all about highlighting your relevant skills, professional experience, and accomplishments, while emphasizing your interest for the role in an engaging manner.

Want to get right down to business? Skip ahead to:

1. The traditional cover letter example

2. the impact cover letter example, 3. the writing sample cover letter example, 4. the career change cover letter example, bonus cover letter examples, a few more cover letter tips, why bother with a cover letter at all.

We bet when you see a job listing that says “ cover letter optional ,” you breathe a sigh of relief, gleefully submit your resume, and move on. But you’re truly doing yourself a disservice by not including a cover letter (or by writing one that’s super generic or formulaic).

“When you’re writing a resume you’re oftentimes confined by space, by resume speak, by keywords—you’re up against a lot of technical requirements,” says Melody Godfred, a career coach and the founder of Write in Color who’s read thousands of cover letters over the course of her career. “In a cover letter you have an opportunity to craft a narrative that aligns you not only with the position you’re applying to but also the company you’re applying to.”

Whether you’re writing a cover letter for a data scientist or marketing manager position, an internship or a senior-level role, a startup or a Fortune 500 company, you’re going to want to tailor it to the role, company, and culture. A strong, customized cover letter will help you explain your value proposition and stand out from the stack of applicants. 

If there’s a gap in your resume , you have the opportunity to explain why it’s there. If you’re changing careers, you have the chance to describe why you’re making the switch. If your resume is pretty dull, a cover letter helps you show some personality . And yes, cover letters still get read.

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What do I write in a cover letter? The 3 basic elements

You'll notice from our cover letter examples that the body of your text can vary a lot depending on factors like the position you're applying for, your career stage, and the type of cover letter requested by the hiring manager. For instance, a writing sample cover letter is different from a traditional professional cover letter (we'll get there soon.)

However, there is some information that you can't leave out. It's important to highlight your most relevant experience, skills, and qualifications for the role in any type of cover letter. Plus, make sure to write an engaging first paragraph to grab the reader's attention, and an effective final paragraph, ideally followed by a call to action, in order to leave a lasting positive impression.

You could say that cover letters are a little like puzzles. When you put each component in its proper place (and remove any parts that don’t fit), you create a complete picture. Even though that picture is always different, the types of pieces are basically the same. We've broken down these three key elements for you:

1. An engaging opener

How you start a cover letter is everything. Your opening lines influence whether someone keeps reading—and you want them to, right? “Starting with something that immediately connects you to the company is essential—something that tells the company that this is not a generic cover letter,” Godfred says. “You have to say something that tells the employer, ‘I wrote this just for you.’”

It can be a childhood memory tying you back to the company’s mission. It can be a story about the time you fell in love with the company’s product. It can be an anecdote from another job or experience showing how hard of a worker you are. Whatever you decide to open with, make it memorable.

2. A clear pitch

Use the next few paragraphs of your cover letter to “hit them with the strongest results you have that are aligned with the opportunity,” Godfred says. Ryan Kahn , Muse career coach and founder of The Hired Group , calls this your pitch. In other words, the part where you’re “selling yourself for the position and why you’re qualified for it.”

Additionally, Godfred says, “If you’re someone who’s transitioning careers, and you need to explain that transition, you do it there.”

This section should have a balance of soft and hard skills . Talk about your experience using Salesforce or doing SEO work, but also highlight your ability to lead teams and communicate effectively.

“Companies are embracing authenticity, they’re embracing humanity, they’re looking for people who are going to fit their culture,” says Godfred. “So what are your values? What do you stand for? These values should be as much a part of your cover letter as the super specialized hard skills.

3. A great closing line

Your closing line could include your next steps or a call to action, Kahn says, such as “ I welcome the opportunity to speak with you more about how I can contribute to the team ,” or, “ I would love to schedule a time for us to discuss this role and my experience. ” But more importantly, “You want to make sure that you’re gracious and thanking them,” he says. While seemingly cliché , it never hurts to end on a simple, “ Thank you for your consideration. ”

Does that sound a bit overwhelming? Don’t panic! We’ve got examples of four types of cover letters below: a traditional cover letter , an impact cover letter , a writing sample cover letter , and a career change cover letter . So let’s take a look at these examples, why they work, and how you can use them to craft your own.

A traditional cover letter is similar to what you’d come up with using position-based cover letter templates . It moves in reverse chronological order through your career history, highlighting parts of your past jobs that make you well suited for this position.

You might want to use this type of cover letter if:

• You’re applying to a more formal company (like a law firm or major healthcare company ) or a more conventional role (like a lawyer or accountant).
• You want to play it safe and conservative with your application materials.

What does the job description say?

Imagine you’re applying to a paralegal job opening at a law firm. The job description might include:

Responsibilities

• Draft routine legal documents for review and use by attorneys
• Coordinate and organize materials and presentations for legal proceedings
• Research legal and related issues and report findings and conclusions to team
• Provide overall legal administrative support to the legal team
• Maintain calendars and ensure timely filings

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of relevant education and work experience
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong organizational , multitasking, and prioritization skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and LexisNexis
• Trustworthy, positive, energetic, and optimistic attitude with a willingness to roll up your sleeves

The cover letter example

Here’s an example of a traditional cover letter you could write for this role—keeping things strictly professional but without sounding too boring or jargon-y:

Dear Ms. Jessica Sanchez,

In my five-year career as a paralegal, I have honed my legal research and writing skills, and the attorneys I’ve worked with have complimented me on my command of case law and litigation support. Spiegel Law Firm’s 20 years in practice proves that the firm has strong values and excellent attorneys, and I’d be eager to join such a talented team.

I currently serve as a paralegal for Chandler, Chandler, and Greene, where I work closely with the partners on a number of high-priority cases. During my time here, I implemented a new calendar system that ensures timely filing of court papers. This system has prevented missed deadlines and allowed for better organization of internal and client meetings.

Previously, as a paralegal for the Neuerburg Law Firm, I received praise for my overall support of the legal team and my positive attitude. While working there, I came up with and implemented a plan for digitizing their old files while still ensuring security and privacy. This led to more efficiency when preparing for client meetings and legal proceedings.

My further qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University, a paralegal certificate, and training in LexisNexis, Westlaw, and Microsoft Office Suite.

I would love the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to your legal team. Thank you in advance for your consideration, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Chase Broadstein [email protected] (222) 222-2222

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Why this works

This cover letter example is short, sweet, and to the point. It shows the candidate has a knack for getting things done in a thorough and timely manner and a track record for helping out wherever needed. The opening lines also express a genuine interest in this specific firm. Plus, there are some important keywords in there like “calendar system,” “bachelor’s degree,” “paralegal certificate,” and “LexisNexis.”

The impact cover letter puts your accomplishments front and center rather than organizing your paragraphs by past roles. You might use a cover letter like this if:

• You’re applying for roles where you’re expected to deliver on certain goals or results (for example, if the jobs involve sales quotas or marketing metrics).
• You haven’t followed a straightforward career path and your past job titles don’t show the extent of your qualifications.
• You want your personality to stand out a bit more than it might in a traditional cover letter.

What does the job description say

Imagine you’ve come across an opening for an email marketing manager . Part of the job description states:

• Manage email marketing strategy and calendar, including copywriting, optimization, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting on campaigns
• Improve campaign success through conversion optimization, A/B testing, and other experiments
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure brand guidelines are followed in emails
• Partner and collaborate cross-functionally with sales, product, product marketing, and data teams
• 3+ years in email marketing
• Experience with Constant Contact, Google Analytics, HTML, CSS, Photoshop, and Microsoft Excel, a plus
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and an eye for copyediting
• Strong interpersonal , relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent project management, problem-solving , and time management skills, with the ability to multitask effectively

Here’s an example of an impact cover letter where the writer’s hard skills and successes stand out:

Dear Russ Roman,

I have a problem. See, my inbox currently (and embarrassingly) hosts 1,500 unread emails—including newsletters from at least 50 different brands.

But this problem only fuels my passion for creating emails that are worth opening. Because from my perspective, as someone who can barely get through their own stack of mail, that’s a true win.

I’ve been following Vitabe for years, and can proudly say that I open every single email you send to me. I’m a sucker for a good subject line—“Take a Vitamin-ute—We’ll A-B-C You Soon” being my favorite—and the way your email content feels both fun and expert-backed really speaks to me. This is why I’m thrilled to submit my application for a role as email marketing manager at your company.

I have over four years of experience working in the email marketing space. In my current role at Westside Bank, I was able to implement new email campaigns centered around reengaging churned clients. By analyzing data around the types of clients who churn and the engagement of our current email subscribers, as well as A/B testing headlines and newsletter layouts, we were able to increase email subscribers by 15% and convert 30% of those subscribers to purchase our product, a significant increase from the previous year. 

I also launched a “Your Credit Matters” newsletter focused on educating our clients on how they spend and manage their credit—which became our highest performing campaign in terms of open-rates and click-through to date.

Previously, as a member of the marketing team at Dream Diary Mattresses, I collaborated with the sales and product team to understand how I could best support them in hitting their quarterly goals. One specific project involving creating personalized emails for customers drew more people to come back to our site after 30 days than direct paid ad campaigns, leading to a 112% increase in revenue from the last quarter.

I take the content I write and the calendars I manage seriously, editing and refining beyond detail-oriented and into meticulous territory, and I feel my experience and drive would greatly help Vitabe further develop their email program for success.

Thank you very much for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

Lad Miller [email protected] (987) 654-3210

This sample cover letter concisely highlights the applicant’s most significant, relevant achievements. By adding context to how their projects were created, monitored, and completed, they’re able to show just how results-driven they are and how they’ve successfully leveraged some of the skills the company is looking for.

One thing worth noting: This person didn’t include keywords such as Constant Contact, Google Analytics, HTML, CSS, Photoshop, or Microsoft Excel—all of which are listed in the job description. But those skills are most likely in their resume already, and leaving them out gives them the space to discuss specific projects and tell a story not visible on other parts of their job application.

For roles where written communication is key, such as PR, copywriting , or journalism jobs, your cover letter will likely be the first writing sample your future employer sees. So it’s just as important to show your skill set in action through eloquent writing.

• Writing or editing is a key component of the role you’re applying to.
• You want to show off your creativity.

Here’s part of a job description for a staff writer position:

• Pitch and write articles, reporting on timely issues and trends
• Collaborate with editorial and other teams to launch each digital issue and other special projects on schedule
• Evaluate content performance and digital trends on a daily basis to constantly adjust pitches and packaging
• Utilize CMS tools, strategically select photos and videos, and request original graphics to optimize all written content for maximum engagement
• At least 2-3 years of experience creating content at a digital-first outlet
• Strong writing and reporting skills, and the ability to write clearly and quickly
• Familiarity working in a CMS and with analytics tools such as Google Analytics
• Deadline-driven, strategic thinker with a knack for crafting click-y headlines
• Strong collaborator who thrives in fast-paced environments

Have fun with this one, but triple-check for spelling and grammar mistakes, and make sure you’re showing off your best writing. Here's the cover letter sample:

Dear Tai Chen,

Since I could walk, I’ve been dancing. And since I could read, I’ve been glued to Arabesque Weekly. At one point, you featured one of my local heroes—a ballerina who struggled with an injury early in her career and went on to become a principal dancer at Pacific Northwest Ballet—and I plastered the article above my childhood bed. It’s still there today.

That article—and so many others you’ve published—taught me that dancing was about more than just pirouettes and arabesques and that the right kind of writer can shed light on aspects of the art that make it surprising, impactful, and universal. I can be that writer.

As an editorial assistant at TheImprovGroup.com for the past two and a half years, my main responsibility was to get all of our content ready to go live on the site. This included fact-checking, proofreading, adding in HTML where necessary, and finding photos, videos, and GIFs that would complement the content and optimize audience engagement. 

As I tinkered with each post, I became intimately familiar with our internal CMS. Reviewing every single article we published and following reactions and engagement helped me gain a deep understanding of what makes a piece really land with our audience.

But by far my favorite aspect of this role has been writing. Each week, I pitch and write at least one article, from 250-word news items to 900-word advice pieces to even longer profiles, features, and personal essays. I love the challenge of developing pitches that align with the trends we see in the data, reflect with the company’s brand and mission, and allow me to flex my creative muscles.

Collaborating with my team to form the best content library we can has been a dream come true. I would be so excited to use my experience to help Arabesque Weekly achieve its goals. And I hope to one day write a story that another little dance lover tapes to their wall forever.

It would be an honor to be a part of your editorial team, and I look forward to the possibility of discussing the opportunity with you.

Hoping to be your next staff writer,

Marlee Wood [email protected] (555) 666-4433

This candidate is clearly passionate about this specific publication and leads with a unique personal anecdote tied to the company’s mission that demonstrates their ability to tell stories in a compelling way. There are relevant keywords and phrases, sure, but they’re not just thrown in there. Their voice comes through in every sentence, proving this person knows how to communicate effectively and creatively.

Cover letters can play a big part in helping career changers prove their qualifications—especially when it’s unclear how their skills transfer over to this new field.

You might write a career change cover letter if:

• You want to highlight the transferable skills you have that relate to the job description.
• You want to explain why you’re making the switch and what’s driving you toward this specific industry, company, or position.

Imagine you’re someone who has experience supporting a sales team as an administrative assistant , and you’re now looking to become a sales representative. You come across a job posting that includes:

• Develop new sales techniques and strategies to build pipeline and hit team goals
• Coordinate with other teams to increase lead-generation efforts
• Assist in the processing of new business, including contacting customers to finalize sales and service transactions
• 1-3 years of successful sales experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Ability to work independently to plan, set priorities, and effectively organize work
• Proven ability to be persuasive, persistent, and confident in closing a sale

Typically, this type of cover letter should include a compelling narrative about your career change and how you can transfer your past experiences to this new role. Here’s how you might translate your past experience over to this new (and exciting) prospect:

Dear Maria Russo,

The head of sales at Sunshine Inc. was in a bind. She needed six client meetings scheduled, 18 service transactions processed, and a summary of the team’s new lead generation campaign drafted before getting on a flight to Austin—in three hours. So she turned to her cool-headed, sales-savvy administrative assistant for help. That assistant was me. Not only did I execute everything on her to-do list, I did it all before her plane left the ground.

For three years, I worked in lockstep with a busy, growth-oriented sales leader to support the business development team. As the sole administrative assistant in the department, I balanced a swath of competing priorities, ranging from coordinating meetings and inputting data to contacting customers, finalizing transactions, and creating promotional materials. This role helped me develop a comprehensive understanding of the sales cycle, sales strategy, and pipeline growth.

Like many others, my career path hasn’t been entirely straightforward. After leaving Crabapple Media, I enrolled in a local coding bootcamp. Six months later, I emerged with a certificate in computer programming and a certainty that I did not want to be a coder. But education is never wasted. I’m now an aspiring sales representative with experience supporting a thriving sales team and extensive knowledge of the tech space.

Here’s a little bit more about how my experience would translate into this role:

• At Crabapple Media, I assisted in coordinating three annual sales strategy rollouts, yielding an average increase in pipeline of 26% YoY.
• At Sunshine Inc., I supported 12 independent team members in their lead-generation efforts. I also assisted in processing an average of 300 sales transactions every quarter.
• I thrive in busy, ever-changing environments that require me to communicate clearly and concisely. Supporting a high-volume team and a busy executive helped me to hone these skills—I typically sent more than 200 emails a day!

I would, of course, love to schedule a time for us to discuss this role and my experience, and I truly want to thank you for considering me.

All the best,

Olu Abiola [email protected] (123) 456-789

The opener draws you in and makes you want to learn more. It toots the person’s horn, but in a way that’s substantiated. Then, the next couple sections explain their experience in the sales space and other relevant qualifications, before eventually tying that back to why they’re applying to this specific job. 

Similar to the impact cover letter, the author lists some of the more important qualities they bring to the table, doing a bit of keyword inclusion and resume gap explaining along the way.

To further guide you, check out some more cover letter examples:

• Pain point cover letter example
• Internship cover letter example
• Recent graduate cover letter example
• (Another) career changer cover letter example
• Stay-at-home parent returning to work cover letter example
• Sales cover letter example
• Email marketing manager cover letter example
• No job description or position cover letter example (a.k.a., a letter of intent or interest)
• Example cover letter with no experience

Let’s break down one of our example cover letters real quick

All three professional cover letter examples have some key elements that make them great and able to grab the hiring manager's attention. Check out this handy infographic that breaks down our impact cover letter:

Here are a few more tips to help the cover letter process:

Start with a “brain dump” 

If you’re staring at a blank page, Godfred always recommends that her clients start by getting all their ideas on the page without paying attention to length. Then “ask yourself how you can cut half of it,” she says. You’ll likely find that repeated information and very generic phrases are the first to go. (If it’s still too long, here are some tips for getting your cover letter down to one page .)

Don’t just repeat your resume

You only have so much space to get your point across, so focus on the information that isn’t stated elsewhere rather than simply regurgitating your resume. A good cover letter should complement your resume, so use the opportunity to elaborate your skills and qualifications further, as well as your accomplishments and why you're a good fit for that position.

Focus on quality over quantity 

Target the jobs you’re most closely drawn to and qualified for and give them all your energy, rather than trying to churn out hundreds of cover letters, Kahn says. You may not be able to apply to as many jobs, but you’ll have a better response rate.

Remember the ATS 

Much like your resume, an applicant tracking systems, or ATS , will be sifting through your cover letter. So you’ll want to scatter relevant keywords from the job description throughout your pitch where it makes sense.

Don’t stress over formatting 

You may see flashy cover letter examples across the internet, but for the most part, it just isn’t necessary. An ATS can’t read text that has been formatted beyond using bold, italics, underline, and color, so keep your font and layout simple—especially if you’re submitting your cover letter through an online portal.

Don't forget your contact information

Include your contact information on every page, including your name, phone number, and email. “Imagine you come across a cover letter and you print it out with a bunch of applications to review and it doesn’t have the person’s contact information on it,” Godfred says. “You never want to put yourself in a situation where you’re the right person and they can’t find you.”

Edit your cover letter before submitting

Never submit a cover letter right after you finish writing it—there could be critical errors that you didn't notice while typing. Take some time away from your text, then revisit it like you're reading someone else's letter. Be sure to double-check all the information you've included, paying special attention to:

• The company's name
• The hiring manager's name
• The job title
• Your contact information
• Basic grammar and spelling

You're ready to go

If you've come this far, you're equipped with all the information you need to craft a great cover letter. Hopefully these cover letter examples help as you go to tackle your own. Remember: This is just one small step in the process! Take your time, but learn to move on when you’ve given it your all.

Amanda Cardoso contributed to the latest version of this article.