1. Y O U R F I R S T I M P R E S S I ON I N F RON T O F
R E C RU I T E R

2. What is a cover letter?
 Your formal introduction
 The first read, it can make or break your entry
 A ‘must’ with your resume

3. Purpose of the Cover Letter
 Cover letter express your intent, interest, and
enthusiasm in position
 It demonstrate your personality and writing ability
 Complement and emphasize highlights of your
resume

4. 3 Types of Cover Letters
 Application Letter
Response to a posted job opening.
Cold Contact
 Prospecting Letter
Identify desirable companies and contact them regardless of posted
job openings.
 Networking Letter
Letter sent directly to a warm contact, either someone you know, a
connection to someone you know, or if someone has recommended
you contact this person.
May or may not be positions open.

5. Cover Letter Structure
 Your name
 Address
 Phone
 Email
 Date—February 14, 2009
 Contact Person's Name
 Contact Person's Position
 Company Name
 Company Address (Don't forget this.)

6. Sample Cover Letter

7. Thank You
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