Cover Letters

Dear Hiring Manager,

Introduction Paragraph:

• Position you're applying for

• Why you're interested in the position

• Brief sentence on your past experience/skills, connect it to the following body paragraph.

Body Paragraph:

• Describe relevant experience and skills

• Drop impressive numbers and accomplishments

Conclusion:

• Summary of the above skills applying to position

• Thank you and I look forward to hearing back" statement

Remember:

• Keep it concise, keep it relevant - hiring managers are busy so ensure each sentence has impact, has purpose (I generally aim for 250-300 words)
  

• Be courteous and professional, but don't overdo the enthusiasm
  

• Reference the job description (JD) when you're writing, know what the key experiences and requirements are and paraphrase them if you have relatable experiences
  

• Use legible, boring font that's easy to read - better yet, have it match your resume design
  

• Convey interest and competency, use this as an opportunity to both differentiate yourself and to be personable