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Create a Cover Letter
First impressions count!
Your cover letter is an employer’s first impression of you. It sets the tone for your application and helps the employer decide if they want to look at your resume.
Quick tips for creating your cover letter:
- Clearly state the purpose of your letter (i.e. identify the job you are applying for)
- Discuss how you would be a ‘good fit’ for the company/organization
- Write about how your skills, accomplishments and experiences match the job requirements
- Proofread, proofread, and proofread!
I need help with my cover letter!
Its okay, we are here to help! There are many great resources and services to help you prepare your cover letter.
To begin:
- Go through Basics of Cover Letter Writing online workshop. This will help you understand what to include in your letter, and how to customize and organize your information.
- Make updates to your cover letter after reading through the presentation.
- Visit the Career Resource Centre in the Learning Commons and look through cover letter writing books such as:
- Cover Letter Magic, by Martin Yate
- Knock ‘Em Dead Cover Letters, by Wendy S Enelow & Louise M. Kursmark
- Have your cover letter reviewed by a Career Assistant in the Career Resource Centre and look at different samples.
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