Cover Letters

Every time you send out your resume, it is important to include a customized cover letter for the job you are applying for.  While your resume functions as a summary of all of your experiences and accomplishments, a cover letter describes why you are well suited for the job.

There are some important tips for developing a cover letter:

  • Take the time to find out who to address the letter to an the entry level, typically the manager.  If you cannot find the manager’s name use the name of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or the Director of Human Resources (HR).
  • Never start your cover letter with I or Hello
  • Keep in mind that when searching for a job, you are solving a problem for someone!  You are their answer to finding someone who will do a great job for their team.  The potential employer doesn’t care so much about what you want.
  • Spellcheck and proofread your letter (sometimes it helps to read the letter out loud!)

Here are two basic cover letters that you can use as a guide to write your own cover letter!

46 Remmington Place
Memphis, TN 38152
June 30, 2013
 
 
 
Mr. Sam Jones
Manager
Mc Donald’s
123 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
 
Dear Mr. Sam Jones:
 
Thank you for considering my application in consideration of the position advertised for crew member. Thinking about all of the places that would be great places to work, McDonald’s is certainly on the top of my list! 
 
My experiences with taking orders, interacting with people, and operating a cash register  position me as a great candidate for a new member of your team.  It would also be great to have the opportunity to learn new skills.  I am a quick learner and enjoy new challenges. 
 
My energy, enthusiasm, and dedication are hard to find and I look forward to the chance to demonstrate it for you as your newest crew member.  Attached, please find my resume.  If you have any questions, the best way to contact me is via my cell phone, (901) 555-1212.  Thank you very much for your time and consideration. 
 
 Sincerely,
Melanie Smith
 

or

 
68 Western Place Apartment 228
Memphis, TN 38102
June 30, 2013
 
 
 
Ms. Alma Greene
Manager
Pet Smart
45790 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, TN 38152
 
Dear Ms. Alma Greene: 
 
Earlier this week, I noticed a help wanted sign displayed in your store window.  The person at the register shared that the open position is for a stock clerk.  It has always been a goal of mine to work for Pet Smart. 
 
While this opportunity will be my first formal job, my experiences include a great deal of interaction with animals of all kind.  For the last year, I have been volunteering at the West Lake Nature Preserve.  Some of my responsibilities include greeting customers, answering questions, and organizing display materials.  In addition my neighbors regularly hire me to wash their pets and take them for walks. 
 
Being on time, working with other people, and being dedicated to being highly organized all come natural to me.  If given this opportnity, I will work as hard as possible to bring value to your team. 
 
If you have questions, please feel free to contact me at (901) 678-1212.  Thank you very much for your time and consideration.
 
Best,
 
Lavera Williams
 

Assignment:  Your assignment for this section is to think about a place you are hoping to find a job.  Prepare a cover letter for your potential employer.  Remember to look at the tips for a successful cover letter above before you begin writing!

You will be scored as follows:

Timeliness:    
Your assignment was submitted   on time 20 points
     
Format:    
You   followed the formal business letter format modeled for you 10 points
Your   letter is free of spelling errors 10 points
     
Content:    
Your letter is written to a   specific person 10 points
You included your experience 10 points
You used the company name in the body of   the letter 10 points
You identify which job you are   applying for 10 points
You list at least two soft skills that will benefit the company 10 points
You thanked the potential   employer 10 points
     
TOTAL 100 points
 
 
 
 
 

 

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