Subject Line for cover letter

 - Job - Your Name

 - name referred by – for the position of –
 - position looking for Next Role - years of experience
 Application for - job
 Informational Interview Request – name – (this is not for an interview but to find
out more information about the job
 Job Posting: - position
 Meeting Request - Your Name for – position
 Referral - Your Name
 Thank you for the opportunity to interview for - position
 Why you should hire – blank name – for blank position

Cover letter basics

1. Greeting: Address your cover letter to the proper person.
2. Opening: Write a personable opening that highlights 3 reasons why you want
to work at the potential employer (this is showing you have researched job).
3. Hook: 
a) Highlight 3 of your past achievements as they relate to the job you're
applying for (try to cover NEW information not in your resume).
b) Summarize briefly how your experience/skills matches the employers
requirement
c) Highlight any additional relevant skills, such as computer skills,
languages or certifications.
d) Include quotes from your references, customers, or supervisors
e) Address career gaps if those gaps can make you more marketable
(took time off of work to write a novel, start a new business, volunteer
for something remarkable)
4. Close: Briefly recap your strengths as a candidate, include your contact
information, mention your attached resume (and make sure you attach it) and
thank them for the opportunity.

Examples

Dear Mr./Ms. LastName

I am applying for the Inside Sales position posted on Boston.Monster.com. At your

convenience, I'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss the position and my candidacy with
you. You can find my resume attached to this e-mail.
I am looking to bring my well-honed public relations, marketing, and client-focused
online, oral, and interpersonal communication skills internally to succeed in an inside
sales position.

Pertinent experience and skills for the posted position include:

 The power of persuasion. I’ve pitched stories for C-level executives via phone
and e-mail and placed them in major media outlets, such as MSNBC, CIO
Magazine, Sirius Satellite Radio, MSN Money, AARP Bulletin, and The New
York Daily News.

 The ability to reach key audiences. As a journalist, I published stories in key

print and online media, including CareerJournal.com, CollegeJournal.com and
StartupJournal.com (online publications of The Wall Street Journal), Consumers
Digest, Woman's Day, and ePregnancy Magazine. As a copywriter, my work has
been used in e-mail marketing, online and offline advertisements, blogs,
brochures, taglines, and web sites.
 Strong financial aptitude. My experience includes a little over a decade in the
accounting profession in external and internal client-facing environments.
 With a B.S. in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University, and a
Minor in Management Information Systems, I have have the hard skills
required to succeed in a sales role.
 Strong computer skills. I am experienced in both Microsoft and Mac software,
and also have a basic-level familiarity with HTML, CSS, and digital design.
 I bring a variety of personal skills that will ensure success in this role: I am a
good listener with a solid work ethic and an insistent desire to excel. I have a
proven ability to meet deadlines without fail, and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
I'm also a fast loarder with extraordinary factual recall.

I'd love to find out more about the position you're looking to fill, and I would welcome
the opportunity to tell you how my skills and ideas can benefit Wellesley Information
Services. I can be reached at (555) 555-5555 or [email protected].

Thanks for your consideration; I look forward to hearing from you soon!

Sincerely,

Your Signature 

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Dear Ms. West:

I was excited to see your opening for a customer service rep, and I hope to be invited
for an interview.

My background includes serving as a customer service associate within both call-center

and retail environments. Most recently, I worked on the customer service desk for
Discount-Mart, where my responsibilities included handling customer merchandise
returns, issuing refunds/store credits, flagging damaged merchandise for shipment back
to vendors and providing back-up cashiering during busy periods.

Previously, I worked within two high-volume customer-support call centers for a major
telecommunications carrier and a satellite television services provider. In these
positions, I demonstrated the ability to resolve a variety of issues and complaints (such
as billing disputes, service interruptions or cutoffs, repair technician delays/no-shows
and equipment malfunctions). I consistently met my call-volume goals, handling an
average of 56 to 60 calls per day.

In addition to this experience, I gained considerable customer service skills during my

part-time employment as a waitress and restaurant hostess while in high school.

I also bring to the table strong computer proficiencies in MS Word, MS Excel and CRM
database applications and a year of college (business major). Please see the
accompanying resume for details of my experience and education.

I am confident that I can offer you the customer service, communication and problem-
solving skills you are seeking. Feel free to call me at 555-555-5555 (home) or 555-555-
5500 (cell) to arrange an interview. Thank you for your time—I look forward to learning
more about this opportunity!

Sincerely,

Sue Ling

Dear Ms Graham,

With reference to your advertisement for the position of Credit Analyst, I would like to be considered
for this position, and attach my CV with this letter for your kind consideration.
I am an experienced individual, who is comfortable in a fast-paced environment where every month
needs to be a record month. 

I have a keen eye for detail and accurate data entry skills, along with the ability to leverage my
analytical skills in order to evaluate credit applications and make data-driven decisions. You can rely
on me to help make calculated lending decisions whilst supporting your business' growth. 

With my present employer I am responsible for implementing and administering the day to day
operations of the credit control department. I am also actively involved in pursuing outstanding
invoices for payment and in resolving any possible issues preventing payment. Through my career I
have learnt how to use cutting-edge tech platforms to evaluate credit applications. In addition to this I
have developed an analytical mindset along with a practical approach to problem solving.

On a personal level I can communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of a organization, and
being flexible by nature means that I can withstand unpredictable changes to schedules and deadlines.

Right now I am looking for a suitable position with a company where I will have an opportunity to
work with some extremely talented people on a wide range of exciting financial projects.

Finally, thank you for taking the time to read my application and please feel free to contact me to
arrange an interview. 

Yours sincerely,
 

Name

Dear Ms. / Mr. Last Name or Dear Human Resources Manager:

I am writing concerning a (give the job title) position with your organization. I have a particular
interest in working for your company and would appreciate being considered as a candidate for
employment.

I have (give number) years of experience as a (give the job title, titles, or name a relevant broad
skill area). I am familiar with (list relevant areas of knowledge). My skill set includes (list
relevant skills). I have a (give name of degree or certificate). My strengths are my (name a
strength) and my (name another strength). I am hard working and dependable with a variety of
skills and common sense.

Enclosed is my resume. I hope it will be helpful in evaluating my qualifications for a position.

Please feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience to arrange for an interview. I look
forward to meeting with you to discuss your requirements for this employment opportunity.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
 Your Typed Name

Brief Cover Letters for E-Mail

E-mail cover letters are characterized by the following:

Brevity. E-mail cover letters are short and succinct, but long enough to include the top two or three most significant
selling points of your career, experience, qualifications and credentials. Although you want to keep these letters
brief, you don't want to totally eliminate all substance.

Ease of readability. Because you'll type these letters as e-mail messages (usually with your resumes as an
attachment or as part of that same message), their presentation is plain, easy to read and quick to review.

A meaningful subject line. Use the subject line of your cover letter to communication why you're writing and an
important point about your background. Feel free to use abbreviations so that you can fit more into this brief space.
Never send an e-mail cover letter with a blank subject line or a generic "resume" subject. Let your readers know
why you're writing so that they'll be motivated to open your e-mail.

Your cover letter is an employer's first impression of you. Too many job seekers make the critical error of ignoring
the importance of a well-written cover letter. If your cover letter is skimpy, sloppy or boring, your resume could go
straight into the trash. Don't let this happen to you.

From: Create A+ Cover Letters With These Smart Tips

Note the extra

By Wendy S. Enelow and Louise M. Kursmark CareerJournal.com

“Sales” paragraph
Examples

Dear Mr. Smith.

I am writing in response to your advertisement seeking a customer manager to run XYZ Car Dealership's service center.

As you will see from my enclosed/accompanying resume, my skills and experience are a good match for the position you are now
trying to fill. I have been involved in the automotive industry for most of my career. I believe customer service is the core to a
successful business.

I look forward to having an opportunity to meet with you to further discuss how I can contribute to your team.

Yours sincerely,

Bill Brow

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Dear Ms. Smith.

I was interested to see your advertisement seeking a new account service executive as I have been seeking just such an
opportunity and believe my skills and experience would be a good match for XYZ Advertising.

Please find my resume enclosed for your review. Of particular relevance/interest is the five years I spent in a Melbourne
advertising agency working in account service. I have a passion for client service and, as you will see from my resume, a good
understanding of the sector I would be working in.

I look forward to having an opportunity to meet with you to further discuss how I can contribute to your team.

Yours sincerely,

Bill BrowFrom: www.femail.com.au/write_coverletter.htm

Dear Ms. (Name): (or Dear Human Resources Manager :)

Thank you for the opportunity to present the accompanying resume for your consideration.

After your evaluation, if you believe that my background and experience are favorable for further discussion, please contact me
to arrange an appointment at your earliest convenience.

I am confident that, if selected to join your organization, our association would result in mutual benefit.

Respectfully submitted,

Your name