Cover LettersA cover letter is likely your initial introduction to a potential employer, but it is also the first writing sample an employer will see. Therefore, it must be well written and adequately highlight your relevant experience and qualifications. Your cover letter should not simply regurgitate your resume, but rather synthesize your experience highlighting two or three of your strongest selling points to a potential employer. Both the format and content of your cover letter are equally important.Below is a sample cover letter that provides an overview of format. We also encourage you to view the Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters which includes 29 sample cover letters. Note: These letters are provided as models, so you should not copy these letters, but instead use your own voice to best articulate why a particular employer should hire you. Sample Cover Letter 1: General [PDF] See the Guide to Resumes and Cover Letters [PDF] for 29 sample cover letters and corresponding resumes. |
