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作 者：加加留学Cover Letter
The Cover Letter Defined
It is a business letter that…
·         Introduces you as an applicant and highlights your qualifications
·         Markets your creativity, writing style, and personality
·         Informs the employer that you understand the requirements of the job
·         Demonstrates that you possess the skills necessary for the job Required Cover Letter Format
·         One (1) page document
·         Create in Microsoft Word (MS Word)
·         Page Size: 8.5” x 11”
·         Font Style: Times New Roman, Arial, Calibri, or Tahoma
·         Length: 4 or 5 brief paragraphs
·         Font Size: No less than size 10 and no more than size 12
·         Consistency: Use one Font throughout, no bold or italics
Cover Letter Sections
·         Header: Your Name, Address, phone number and email
·         Greeting: "To Human Resources and Hiring Manager:" or "Dear Mr. Riley:"
o    Whenever possible, write to a specific person
·         Paragraph 1—Introduction: What position you are applying for, how you heard about the position, why this position interests you, and a statement about what you can do for the company.
o    Example sentence: “Based on my graduate education and previous internship/full time experience, I will add value to this role in X way."
·         Paragraph 2—Specific Example(s) drawing on competencies/responsibilities listed in the job description that you can speak to. Make sure to articulate clear connections between your skills and experiences to the position you want, so the employer sees you understand the job and their needs and how you fit.
o    Example sentence: "In my current role/graduate program I manage/take classes (in) Z where I strengthened my BLANK skills.”
o    Note: If you are a career changer, you should provide a statement about how your previous career led you to transition back to school and seek a job opportunity in a new field or industry.
·         Paragraph 3—More specific Example(s) drawing on competencies/responsibilities listed in the job description that you can speak to.
o    For example: "In my current/previous role I create(d) Z where I develop(ed) BLANK skills.”
·         Paragraph 4—If Necessary, share another example(s) drawing on competencies/responsibilities listed in the job description that you can speak to.
o    For example: "In my current/past role I manage(d) X, Y, Z where I have applied BLANK skills.”
o    Note: If you have limited work or internship experience, this paragraph is likely not necessary.
·         Paragraph 5 (or 4)—Summation: What experience you are bringing to the table, why you will succeed, and why you are enthusiastic about this potential opportunity.
·         Closing: Sincerely, Kind Regards, Best, Respectfully followed by exact name on your resume.
 
 
 
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