EPIC ACCELERATE 3

THE COVER
LETTER
How-to Basics
QUICK CHECKLIST
FORMAT, SECTIONS, AND CONTENT

Length
Spacing, Margins, Fonts
Sections
What to include
Edit, edit, edit
THE COVER
LETTER
A SHORT INTRODUCTION

A cover letter is a letter of

introduction that highlights
your key accomplishments
and fit for a job opening.
BEFORE YOU
BEGIN
Personalize your
cover letter
by studying the job ad to
determine the skills and
experience that are critical
to the job
THE NITTY-GRITTY
LENGTH

Cover letters should be no more than one

page long
Spacing, SPACING ORIENTATION

Margins,
Fonts
Single space between Left justify your heading
each paragraph and signature
leave a space The body of your letter
may be left justified or in
between the heading,
block format
the greeting, each
paragraph, the
closing, and your
signature

MARGINS FONT STYLE

AND SIZE
1 inch margins are
standard Use plain fonts: Arial,
Times New Roman, Calibri,
Courier New, or Verdana
Standard Font Size: 12
point
SECTIONS AND
CONTENT
Guide to what to include
HEADING YOUR NAME
YOUR ADDRESS
A letter of application should begin
with both your and the employer's
YOUR CITY, STATE, AND ZIP CODE
contact information (name,
YOUR PHONE NUMBER
address, phone number, email) YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS
followed by the date
DATE
NAME OF RECIPIENT
TITLE OF RECIPIENT
COMPANYADDRESS
CITY, STATE, AND ZIP CODE
 Corine Mae Alvia

LIKE...
Keizerstraat 2
Varik, The Netherlands 4064 ED
0936 000 0000
[email protected]

December 2, 20XX
Mr Anthony Verzosa
Director
The Posh Republic Publishing Inc.
Rapenburg 70, 2311 EZ
Leiden, The Netherlands
 THE CONTENT

INTRODUCTION,
BODY, AND
CLOSING
PARAGRAPHS
First Paragraph
mention the job you are applying for
and where you saw the job listing THE
Succeeding Paragraph(s) LETTER
Include information about what
employers were seeking and how
you could meet their needs.
Share relevant details of your
experience and accomplishments

Conclusive Paragraph(s)
Express thanks and follow-up
 Complimentary Close
Closing
End your letter with:
Sincerely (yours),
Best regards,
Regards,
(Very) Respectfully (yours),

Closing phrase,

 First Name Last Name

BUSINESS LETTER
ETIQUETTE

Salutation Punctuation
Use the recipients title: Mr, Use a colon, it is
Ms, Dr, Professor... considered more formal
This is preceded by Dear...
If in doubt use: Dear Sir or
Madam:
 SAMPLE A

COVER LETTER:
NO WORK
EXPERIENCE
Raven Astuto
San Jose Gusu
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City
0905 - XXX - XXXX
[email protected]

12 November 2020

Ms Jazmine Dagalea
Manager, Dagalea Marketing Agency
Normal Road Baliwasan, Zamboanga City

Dear Ms. Dagalea:

My name is Raven Astuto, and I am thrilled to express my interest in the Marketing Coordinator
position at Dagalea Marketing Agency. I was excited to learn about this position from my friend and
former classmate, Kate Kunting. I believe my strong communication and time-management skills will
help me excel as an employee at your company.
As a recent graduate of the Western Mindanao State University, I gained strong hands-on writing and
researching experience as a journalism major. As a lead writer for our college newspaper, I wrote
compelling stories that captured the significance of our school and provided informative material to
readers. I can apply these same skills to create thoughtful and engaging marketing material for your
clients.

My dedication to research and finishing projects within tight deadlines make me the perfect
candidate for you and your company. If I were to work as a Marketing Coordinator, I would enjoy
expanding my skills as I create informative material that captures the attention of your clients' target
audiences. Your website mentions your passion for helping promote your clients. I share this passion
with you, as I felt very motivated to promote my university and their newspaper during my time at the
Western Mindanao State University.

I'm very excited to learn more about your company and to develop my skills further. Thank you very
much for your time and attention. Please reach out to me when you are available to arrange an
interview. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Raven Astuto
 SAMPLE B

COVER LETTER:
NO WORK
EXPERIENCE
Raven Astuto
San Jose Gusu
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City
0905 - XXX - XXXX
[email protected]

12 November 2020

Mr Noe Lacastesantos
Normal Road
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City

Dear Mr. Lacastesantos:

As a highly motivated and dedicated student with strong communication and interpersonal skills, I
would like to apply for the position of Casual Retail Sales Assistant.
As a student I have been extensively involved in my school community, which has allowed me to
develop strong interpersonal skills. My involvement in various events, including our College Palaro
and University performance presentations, has allowed me to work closely with my peers while
supporting the school community as a whole.

These experiences have allowed me to develop strong time management and organisational skills,
which I see as being very important when seeking to work in casual employment while continuing to
study.

Personal attributes that I believe make me suitable for this position include:

• Motivation: Volunteer participation and school results demonstrate high motivation.

• Customer Service: Assisting with the sale of products at community events has allowed the
development of customer service skills.
• Communication: Acting in drama performances and working as an MC for school events has
allowed the development of communication skills.
My teachers and educators have commended me for my willingness to participate and my dedication
to helping out where possible. I enjoy working with others and believe that my strong communication
skills will ensure that I can meet the expectations of this role.

I am aware that you will receive a large number of applications for this job, but I would very much
appreciate the opportunity to demonstrate my capabilities to you in person.

I believe that I have a lot to offer your organisation. I am keen to develop my professional skills and
look forward to discussing my application with you at an interview. I have attached a copy of my
resume for your consideration. I can be contacted at all times on the details provided above.

Thanking you in advance for your time,

Raven Astuto
 - HOW TO -

COVER LETTER:
NO WORK
EXPERIENCE
[Your name]
[Your address]
[Your contact number]
[Your email address]

[Date]

[Name of employer/hiring manager]

[Position]
[Mailing address of employer/hiring manager]
 PARAGRAPH 1

Dear [hiring manager's name]:

[Greet the hiring manager and state your name as well as the
position you're applying for. These second and third
sentences can mention how you found the position and
express enthusiasm for the job. You can also detail who you
heard about the position from if a friend or colleague
referred you.]
SAMPLE 1: PARAGRAPH 1

Dear Ms. Dagalea:

My name is Raven Astuto, and I am thrilled to express my

interest in the Marketing Coordinator position at Dagalea
Marketing Agency. I was excited to learn about this position
from my friend and former classmate, Kate Kunting. I believe
my strong communication and time-management skills will
help me excel as an employee at your company.
SAMPLE 2 : PARAGRAPH 1

Dear Mr Lacastesantos:

As a highly motivated and dedicated student with

strong communication and interpersonal skills, I
would like to apply for the position of Casual Retail
Sales Assistant.
 PARAGRAPH 2

[This first sentence in your second paragraph can introduce

the skills you've gained from educational courses,
volunteer experience or extracurricular activities. You can
feature examples of these specific skills and tie together
how you can apply them to this job position during these
next few sentences. Mention any other related
achievements or awards and how they may benefit the
company as well.]
SAMPLE 1: PARAGRAPH 2

As a recent graduate of the Western Mindanao State

University, I gained strong hands-on writing and
researching experience as a journalism major. As a
lead writer for our college newspaper, I wrote
compelling stories that captured the significance of
our school and provided informative material to
readers. I can apply these same skills to create
thoughtful and engaging marketing material for your
clients.
SAMPLE 2: PARAGRAPH 2

As a student I have been extensively involved in my

school community, which has allowed me to develop
strong interpersonal skills. My involvement in
various events, including our College Palaro and
University performance presentations, has allowed
me to work closely with my peers while supporting
the school community as a whole.
 PARAGRAPH 3

[Your next paragraph can explain why you're the best

candidate for the role. Mention any details you
noticed on their website that you believe reflects
your passion or motivations. You can also explain
your dedication to learning more about the role and
you're willingness to develop new skills in the
position.]
SAMPLE 1: PARAGRAPH 3
My dedication to research and finishing projects within
tight deadlines make me the perfect candidate for you
and your company. If I were to work as a Marketing
Coordinator, I would enjoy expanding my skills as I
create informative material that captures the
attention of your clients' target audiences. Your
website mentions your passion for helping promote
your clients. I share this passion with you, as I felt very
motivated to promote my university and their
newspaper during my time at the Western Mindanao
State University.
SAMPLE 2: PARAGRAPH 3
These experiences have allowed me to develop strong time
management and organisational skills, which I see as being very
important when seeking to work in casual employment while
continuing to study.

Personal attributes that I believe make me suitable for this position

include:

• Motivation: Volunteer participation and school results demonstrate

high motivation.
• Customer Service: Assisting with the sale of products at community
events has allowed the development of customer service skills.
• Communication: Acting in drama performances and working as an
MC for school events has allowed the development of
communication skills
My teachers and educators have commended
me for my willingness to participate and my
dedication to helping out where possible. I
enjoy working with others and believe that my
strong communication skills will ensure that I
can meet the expectations of this role.
 PARAGRAPH 4

[In your closing paragraph, explain your excitement

for the role one last time. Thank the employer for
their time and request an interview. Mention that you
look forward to hearing from them soon.]
SAMPLE 1: PARAGRAPH 4

I am very excited to learn more about your

company and to develop my skills further.
Thank you very much for your time and
attention. Please reach out to me when you
are available to arrange an interview. I look
forward to hearing from you soon.
SAMPLE 2: PARAGRAPH 4

I am aware that you will receive a large number of

applications for this job, but I would very much appreciate
the opportunity to demonstrate my capabilities to you in
person.

I believe that I have a lot to offer your organisation. I am

looking forward to discussing my application with you at
an interview. I have attached a copy of my resume for your
consideration. I can be contacted at all times on the
details provided above.
 CLOSING

Sincerely,

[Your name]
 SAMPLE A

COVER LETTER:
NO WORK
EXPERIENCE
Raven Astuto
San Jose Gusu
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City
0905 - XXX - XXXX
[email protected]

12 November 2020

Dagalea Marketing Agency

Normal Road
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City

Dear Ms. Dagalea:

My name is Raven Astuto, and I am thrilled to express my interest in the Marketing Coordinator
position at Dagalea Marketing Agency. I was excited to learn about this position from my friend and
former classmate, Kate Kunting. I believe my strong communication and time-management skills will
help me excel as an employee at your company.
As a recent graduate of the Western Mindanao State University, I gained strong hands-on writing and
researching experience as a journalism major. As a lead writer for our college newspaper, I wrote
compelling stories that captured the significance of our school and provided informative material to
readers. I can apply these same skills to create thoughtful and engaging marketing material for your
clients.

My dedication to research and finishing projects within tight deadlines make me the perfect
candidate for you and your company. If I were to work as a Marketing Coordinator, I would enjoy
expanding my skills as I create informative material that captures the attention of your clients' target
audiences. Your website mentions your passion for helping promote your clients. I share this passion
with you, as I felt very motivated to promote my university and their newspaper during my time at the
Western Mindanao State University.

I'm very excited to learn more about your company and to develop my skills further. Thank you very
much for your time and attention. Please reach out to me when you are available to arrange an
interview. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Raven Astuto
 SAMPLE B

COVER LETTER:
NO WORK
EXPERIENCE
Raven Astuto
San Jose Gusu
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City
0905 - XXX - XXXX
[email protected]

12 November 2020

Mr Noe Lacastesantos
Normal Road
Baliwasan, Zamboanga City

Dear Mr. Lacastesantos:

As a highly motivated and dedicated student with strong communication and interpersonal skills, I
would like to apply for the position of Casual Retail Sales Assistant.
As a student I have been extensively involved in my school community, which has allowed me to
develop strong interpersonal skills. My involvement in various events, including drama eisteddfods
and sports carnivals, has allowed me to work closely with my peers while supporting the school
community as a whole.

These experiences have allowed me to develop strong time management and organisational skills,
which I see as being very important when seeking to work in casual employment while continuing to
study.

Personal attributes that I believe make me suitable for this position include:

• Motivation: Volunteer participation and school results demonstrate high motivation.

• Customer Service: Assisting with the sale of products at community events has allowed the
development of customer service skills.
• Communication: Acting in drama performances and working as an MC for school events has
allowed the development of communication skills.
My teachers and educators have commended me for my willingness to participate and my dedication
to helping out where possible. I enjoy working with others and believe that my strong communication
skills will ensure that I can meet the expectations of this role.

I am aware that you will receive a large number of applications for this job, but I would very much
appreciate the opportunity to demonstrate my capabilities to you in person.

I believe that I have a lot to offer your organisation. I am keen to develop my professional skills and
look forward to discussing my application with you at an interview. I have attached a copy of my
resume for your consideration. I can be contacted at all times on the details provided above.

Thanking you in advance for your time,

Raven Astuto