Cover Letter
How do I write a cover letter? (careeronestop.org) https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/Resumes/cover-letters.aspx
Cover Letter – short business letter that accompanies a resume.
Typically 3-4 paragraphs long. Each paragraph addresses a specific topic.
Follow-up or Thank you Letters
Thank-you Notes | CareerOneStop https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/Interview/thank-you-notes.aspx
Follow up letters are generally written after networking and informational interviews. Used to thank employer for taking the time to meet with the job seeker. Should also include a brief statement about what the job seeker gained from the meeting and refer to any next steps being taken.
Thank you letters generally are written after a job interview. Separate letters should be addressed to each person the jobseeker met. Tailor these letters for each interview, rather than using form letters. They should mention a specific piece of information that the job seeker and the interviewer discussed or point to relevant skills that were not mentioned in the interview. They should include any information requested by the interviewer. (I have included a list of references as you requested). They should be sent immediately following the interview or networking contact.
How do I write a cover letter? (careeronestop.org) https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/Resumes/cover-letters.aspx
Cover Letter – short business letter that accompanies a resume.
Typically 3-4 paragraphs long. Each paragraph addresses a specific topic.
- 1st paragraph – describes why the job seeker is writing. Opens with standard greeting (Dear Ms., Mr. or Dr.). if possible written to someone rather than To Whom It May Concern. Next introduce themselves and tell why they are writing. Keep to 2-3 sentences
- middle paragraph(s) – job seeker explains why they should be considered for an interview. (may be 1 or 2 paragraphs). Summarize key qualifications the applicant believes are most relevant to the position being applied for (what is most important to employer). Highlight elements of the candidate’s resume but do not repeat it verbatim
- closing paragraph – describes what next steps can be expected. Tell potential employer what the writer expects to happen next. (I look forward to talking with your further about his position and my qualifications or If I haven’t heard from you by the end of next week, I will call to follow up)
Follow-up or Thank you Letters
Thank-you Notes | CareerOneStop https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/Interview/thank-you-notes.aspx
Follow up letters are generally written after networking and informational interviews. Used to thank employer for taking the time to meet with the job seeker. Should also include a brief statement about what the job seeker gained from the meeting and refer to any next steps being taken.
Thank you letters generally are written after a job interview. Separate letters should be addressed to each person the jobseeker met. Tailor these letters for each interview, rather than using form letters. They should mention a specific piece of information that the job seeker and the interviewer discussed or point to relevant skills that were not mentioned in the interview. They should include any information requested by the interviewer. (I have included a list of references as you requested). They should be sent immediately following the interview or networking contact.