What information should be in a cover letter for applying a job?

Question

I been applying for jobs and still don't really know is my cover letter is correct or good enough. Give information that need to be in a cover letter. Please help improve cover letter, thanks.

Answer 1

I am speaking from experience and will share what I have found works in a cover letter. A cover letter is your chance to sell your skills to the reader and make yourself stand out from the rest of the applicants. In theory less than 1 minute is used to read your cover letter and resume / CV.

First part is make sure there is no spelling mistakes or grammaticla mistakes. Do not write in text-ease, do not use abbreviations, and do not hand write the letter. Instead type the letter use and use formal style of writing at a level that the reader will understand. Furthermore use text that is easy to read, easy to see, and the layout enhances reading. Usually writing in 12 pt Arial, Tahoma or Times New Roman is recommend. Fonts to avoid using includes Veranda, Windings, Script, Cosmic San, or any other font that makes the reader strain to read.  Making the layout acceptable include using single space in the paragraph, double space between paragraphs, and the letter being no longer than one page.

Second read the vacancy announcement or job announcement. Once you have read it determine how your education and work experiences match the requirements. After you have done that pick 3 - 5 general job characteristics that seem to make up the job. Finally research the company

Write a draft lefter. In your first paragraph introduce who you, are write where you found the job, the position title, and any other information that lets the reader know the specific job that you are wanting.

Paragraph 2  and if necessary paragraph 3 should discuss why you have applied for the job and how you meet the requirements of the job.

Paragraph 4 should be your concluding paragraph and provide a date you will follow up on the application. Make sure the contact date is after the closing date and is about 2-4 weeks after the closing date.

Answer 2

here's a helpful page:

http://jobstar.org/tools/resume/cletters...

Answer 3

A cover letter is your first real contact with a person who may become your employer. It's your chance to show an employer what qualifications you have for the job. A concise, well-written cover letter with the right information will make a good first impression.

It pays to take time to learn about the company or organization you are applying to. If your cover letter is tailored to the company and job, you'll show the employer that you can be a good fit.

- Refer to the job that you are interested in. If there is a competition number, write it down.

- Address your letter to the appropriate contact person, either the employer or a human resources officer. Use their name and title, and double-check the spelling.

- If the ad doesn't supply a contact, phone and get the right name. And never assume a person is male or female based on a first name - check it out.

- Refer to how you heard about the job, i.e. job posting, newspaper article, or from someone in your network of contacts.

- Refer to what the company does, and how your skills, abilities and experience can be a valuable addition to their team.

- Make sure the employer knows what action to take - will you call the employer or should the employer call you, and when?

- Provide your name, phone number and address.