1. Keep to only one page
- The cover letter should not be longer than one page, otherwise the interviewer will lose interest.
- Maximum five paragraphs only.
- Use simple words.
2. Address the letter to the Human Resource Manager by name, if possible, followed by company name and address
-Do not write Dear Sir/Madam, Gentlemen, Sirs, Mr President, or To Whom It May Concern.
- If you do not know, find out beforehand. Do not spell the person’s name wrongly.
3. Layout
- The Opening – Include your full name, address, date, employer’s designation and company address, correct salutation and subject.
- Introduction – Indicate position applied for, branch/state position available (if applicable), source and date of job information. Briefly mention your qualifications.
- Sales Pitch – Highlight to what extent you match the job requirements. Summarize your education, experience, capabilities and skills. Mention your interest in the company and the reason you are applying for that particular position.
- Request for further action – Write that you look forward to receive their call for an interview. State your availability to attend interviews. End by thanking the person for his/her time and consideration.
- The cover letter should not be longer than one page, otherwise the interviewer will lose interest.
- Maximum five paragraphs only.
- Use simple words.
2. Address the letter to the Human Resource Manager by name, if possible, followed by company name and address
-Do not write Dear Sir/Madam, Gentlemen, Sirs, Mr President, or To Whom It May Concern.
- If you do not know, find out beforehand. Do not spell the person’s name wrongly.
3. Layout
- The Opening – Include your full name, address, date, employer’s designation and company address, correct salutation and subject.
- Introduction – Indicate position applied for, branch/state position available (if applicable), source and date of job information. Briefly mention your qualifications.
- Sales Pitch – Highlight to what extent you match the job requirements. Summarize your education, experience, capabilities and skills. Mention your interest in the company and the reason you are applying for that particular position.
- Request for further action – Write that you look forward to receive their call for an interview. State your availability to attend interviews. End by thanking the person for his/her time and consideration.
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