| Any job hunter who says, "I need a job quick," should | | | | shows your passion for the type of work. For |
| be careful not to overlook the important task of writing | | | | example, you might recall a certain class or a particular |
| cover letters for resume packets. | | | | professor that heightened your interest in the field. The |
| The cover letter is a key part of the information | | | | story should be genuine. You don't want it to sound |
| package received by a prospective employer | | | | corny. |
| because it introduces you and sets the stage for your | | | | Another good strategy is to use the letter to show |
| resume. The letter often accompanies the resume | | | | how your qualifications match those needed for the |
| through the hiring process so it can be read as many | | | | job opening. You might even list requirements for the |
| times as your resume. | | | | position and specifically say how your abilities meet |
| A cover letter serves the purpose of asking for an | | | | them. |
| interview. It can very well be the deciding factor in | | | | You can end by saying that you look forward to |
| whether or not a potential employer even reads your | | | | talking further with your potential employer. You should |
| resume. | | | | ask specifically for an interview and can even suggest |
| Your cover letter should be formatted like a formal | | | | a time that you are available to meet. |
| business letter. It should include your contact | | | | Make sure you customize each cover letter to fit the |
| information, the date, the prospective employer's | | | | particular job. If you use a template, be aware that |
| contact information, the salutation, the body of the | | | | other job seekers might be using the same example. |
| letter, a closing, your signature, your name and | | | | The last thing you want is for the person reading |
| "Enclosure" showing that your resume is enclosed. | | | | through a stack of applications to notice a similarity |
| You can begin the body of the letter by stating why | | | | between your letter and another. |
| you are writing. Make sure the reader knows the job | | | | Writing cover letters for resume packets can get you |
| for which you are applying. You might want to mention | | | | in the door for an interview. If you do a good job, you |
| how you came to find out about the opening. | | | | won't be saying, "I need a job quick," for very long. |
| You can also include a short personal story that | | | | |