Cover Letter

[SammyB]

Hey guys, so I need to write a cover letter for a job I'm interested in. However, I've never wrote one in my life before! All my other jobs have been through my CV only and I just don't know what to write on it or what should be included.

Can anyone give me any help/pointers? I would be EXTREMELY grateful!

 

[lauren]

Tried Googling it? I've never had to do one before but if this helps there's tons of examples and templates online. Obviously you shouldn't follow them to the T because employers probably get that all the time and know the general format so mix it up a bit and don't follow the order, just make sure you include everything on the examples

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[Kirk]

The image Lauren posted pretty much nails it on the head. Mine was pretty short and to the point; I briefly explained why I wanted the job and would be suitable for it.

 

[Han]

The template Lauren has given is a very good example and works with many jobs.
However, check through specifications as some require specific details. I once applied for a job that required my cover letter to be pretty academic, it was a bit like a short essay request about my academic achievements, they even requested 400 words.