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How to Write a Cover Letter
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In this lesson, students learn how to write three types of cover letters. They learn about formatting and useful vocabulary and review important dos and don’ts. We recommend using this lesson after our How to Write a Resume lesson.
Note: In the Teacher PDF, there are two additional sample cover letters. After the discussion on page 9, you can share the alternate sample letters (inquiring/networking) that are available on the last two pages of the PDF.
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How to Write a Letter of Application (with Examples)
A letter of application (also known as a cover letter, application letter, or job application letter) is a one-page letter sent with your resume to convince employers you’re qualified for their role.
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How to write a letter of application (6 tips)
How to format your letter of application, frequently asked questions about application letters, additional letter of application faqs.
While there are many purposes for a letter of application , it’s generally intended to give employers more information about you and why you’re applying.
Here’s an example of a simple job application letter:
Letter of Application Template (Text Version)
Dear Ms. Ross,
I’m thrilled to apply for the Junior Front End Developer role at CodePros, which I found on Monster.com. Having had an extremely positive experience completing CodePros online courses in 2017 and applying the skills I learned to my freelance work, I know how valuable online programming education is. My experience with CodePros increased my confidence to complete courses and gain more skills in React.js and JavaScript. I’d love to work for a company that gives students 24/7 support and excellent resources to learn programming skills.
In 2021, I freelanced for Climbers USA, a mountain climbing website in San Francisco, to produce a visually appealing website within 3 weeks. Using my time management and communication skills, I developed a single-page application for them using HTML, CSS, Javascript, and React.js. This project has generated over $800,000 in revenue for Climbers USA to date. I hope to bring my coding abilities to CodePros, where building numerous user-friendly web applications for clients in a timely manner is of the upmost importance.
Besides my freelance work, I’m self-taught in the MERN Stack and am mentoring 2 new programmers to use it for generating user-friendly apps and websites. I also stay up to date on current industry trends and have published 30+ coding articles on Medium to help others on their coding journeys. It would be an honor to work with CodePros to further promote the joys of programming and self-development.
I look forward to meeting you in a future interview. You can reach me anytime at (415) 768-4624, or at [email protected]. Thank you for your time and consideration.
William Grant
An effective letter of application:
- expands on the skills, achievements, and professional experiences you want to highlight
- explains your personal interest in applying to the position
- describes what you can offer the company
Our free-to-use cover letter builder can make you a cover letter in as little as 5 minutes. Just pick the template you want, and our software will format everything for you.
Before you start writing your letter of application, research the company and read the job posting carefully so you know how to describe your experience in a way that gets the employer’s attention.
Once you’ve done your preparation, follow these steps to write a letter of application that lands interviews:
How to write a cover letter
Dread writing cover letters? Read our guide to learn how to write a great cover letter that convinces hiring managers you’re the ideal person for the job.
1. Put your contact information in your letter of application header
Your letter of application’s header should match your resume header and provide your basic contact information to make it easy for hiring managers to invite you for interviews. Make sure to include your:
- email address
- phone number
Depending on the job, you can also include other professional online profiles such as your portfolio or LinkedIn profile to help hiring managers learn more about your past work.
This is an example of a good job application letter header:
2. Address the hiring manager
The next part of your cover letter is the contact person’s information and a salutation (also called a greeting). To get started, write the hiring manager’s contact information at the top-left of your letter of application, including their name, company address, phone number, and email address. If the job ad doesn’t list this information, search for it online or call the company to ask for the hiring manager’s details.
Writing the date is optional in 2024. If you do include the date, place it above the employer’s contact information and format it as [Month] [Day], [Year]. For instance, January 16, 2024.
In your job application letter’s salutation, you should address the hiring manager by name to show that you’ve taken time to tailor your letter to the company. Use the format: Dear Mr./Ms./Mx. [Last Name]. If you can’t find the name, use a salutation like “Dear Hiring Manager” to avoid using the generic “ To Whom It May Concern ”.
Here’s how the employer’s contact information and your greeting should look:
3. Grab the hiring manager’s attention with your introduction
In our recent survey of hiring managers and their thoughts on application letters , 41% said that the introduction of a job application letter leaves the biggest impression on them compared to other sections. So start your application letter off strong by:
- introducing yourself
- mentioning how you heard about the position
- explaining why you’re applying
A great example is the introduction from the letter of application example above:
I’m thrilled to be applying for the Junior Front End Developer role for CodePros, which I found on Monster.com. Having had an extremely positive experience completing CodePros online courses in 2017 and applying the skills I learned there to my freelance work, I understand how valuable online programming education can be. My experience with CodePros increased my confidence to complete courses and gain more skills in React.js and JavaScript. I’d love to work for a company that provides students with 24/7 support and excellent resources to learn programming skills.
If you’re writing a cover letter for an internal position , you don’t need to mention where you heard about the role or go over your entire professional background. Instead, highlight a couple of accomplishments from your time at the company.
This introduction catches the hiring manager’s attention because it’s tailored to the specific role and company . In our survey, 46% of hiring managers consider tailoring a letter of application to be either fairly or very important when deciding whether to invite applicants for interviews. Customizing your application letter not only demonstrates you’re a good fit for the position but also shows employers you:
- actually want to work for them
- are detail-oriented
- can do research
- are diligent (and will apply the same amount of effort to your work tasks)
Write a customized application letter for each job, even if it’s not required. Because 73% of hiring managers whose companies don’t require application letters still read them, writing an application letter is necessary to set yourself apart from the competition in 2024.
4. Highlight industry-specific skills (with numbers) in your body paragraphs
Next, add 2–4 body paragraphs with information about how your skills, experience, achievements, and education can help the target company achieve its goals. Rather than bragging, the goal of your body paragraphs is to show the hiring manager why you’d be a good fit for the position.
Match the job posting when choosing which of your hard and soft skills to highlight in your job application letter. Hard skills and knowledge are technical capabilities learned from hands-on experience, training, or education. Programming, data analysis, and user interface (UI) design are examples of hard skills.
By contrast, soft skills relate to emotional intelligence and let employers know how you interact with others in the workplace. For instance, organization skills , teamwork , and interpersonal expertise show you work well with others as well as on your own.
Your resume’s skills section should already list many of your hard skills. So use your letter of application to highlight your skills that can’t be easily tested or backed by your resume’s certifications or education section .
And just as it’s essential to quantify your achievements on your resume , it’s equally important to use hard numbers in the body paragraphs of your letter of application. Adding numbers to your application letter when other applicants only vaguely describe their qualifications will make your application memorable. The budgets you worked with, people you helped, and number of projects you were a part of can all be quantified using hard numbers.
Using numbers also shows the hiring manager the extent of what you can do. So, for example, if you’re applying to a smaller nursing home with only 50 beds, the first statement below shows you’re more than qualified to handle caregiving for their residents, while the statement without hard numbers is unclear:
Hard numbers
“I worked in a team of 8 caregivers to provide excellent customer service for 100+ residents in recreation areas and reception”
No hard numbers
“I worked in a team and provided customer service to elderly residents”
5. Choose engaging words for your application letter
Your letter of application’s length should be 250 to 400 words or 3 to 4 paragraphs — long enough to get your point across but short enough that the reader won’t lose interest. So make every word count by using strong action verbs and powerful adjectives instead of buzzwords.
For instance, buzzwords like “tasked with,” “responsible for,” and “participated in” are passive and sound like you copied responsibilities from a job posting. Instead, use verbs like “spearheaded,” “managed,” and “executed.” Here’s an excerpt from a UX designer’s letter of application that successfully uses action verbs and power adjectives :
As a Senior UX designer for Sparklabs from 2015–2017, I worked as the sole UX designer. Under minimal supervision, I systematically executed over 4 major design projects for our new website in Canada, including launching 10 prototypes based on different case studies and conducting 50+ user interviews. My innovative designs boosted our marketing campaigns by 92%, which was extremely rewarding.
Along with action verbs, descriptive adjectives help your cover letter to tell a story, which is important because stories are 22 times more likely to be remembered than facts alone. For instance, a hotel manager should include adjectives such as “courteous,” “decisive,” and “tactful” to give hiring managers a better feel for their customer service skills and way with people.
By carefully choosing adjectives for your job application letter, you also help employers evaluate whether you’re someone they’d want to work with. Notice the difference in this nurse’s experience written with and without power adjectives:
Power adjectives
In my role as a head nurse at Grey’s Hospital for 7+ years, I provided exceptional service with my kind bedside manner during emergency surgical procedures to 200+ patients per week. My cheerful demeanor brought patients a sense of calm in the emergency room.
No power adjectives
In my role as a head nurse at Grey’s Hospital for 7+ years, I provided good customer service to 200+ patients every week. I helped doctors with emergency surgical procedures in the emergency room.
6. Close your application letter with a call to action
End your application letter by inviting the hiring manager to contact you for an interview. Include your phone number and email address in your call to action to make it that much easier for a hiring manager to call you straightaway.
Finally, include an appropriate letter of application sign-off such as “Sincerely” or “Best Regards,” followed by your name.
Sincerely, Will Grant
Putting an electronic or real signature between your sign-off and your typed name is optional.
Unsure how to format your letter of application ? Here are 4 tips for formatting an application letter so it stands out to employers:
1. Choose an appropriate font and font size
An appropriate application letter font size is between 10.5 to 12 points. Using a suitable font size ensures readability and that there’s enough white space throughout your letter, making it look professional.
Also, you should pick a professional letter of application font like:
- Times New Roman
Professional fonts are easily scanned by applicant tracking systems (ATS), which is software that filters applications for keywords. An ATS might not be able to read your letter of application if you use uncommon fonts.
2. Fix your margins
Properly sized margins help create the perfect mix of white space and text, making your letter of application easy to read. The standard size for application letter margins is 1″, the default on Microsoft Word. However, you can adjust your margins between ½” and 1½”:
If you have a lot of relevant experience that addresses the job posting you’re responding to, changing your margins to ½” to fit more text on the page is fine.
If you have less experience to describe , you can adjust your margins up to 1½” to make your letter appear longer.
Just keep in mind that very wide margins look unprofessional, while extra narrow margins make your application letter look cluttered.
3. Save your file as a PDF
Job application letters should always be saved as a PDF file to ensure that your letter gets picked up easily by ATS software and passed onto employers. PDFs also keep your formatting intact and don’t allow others to modify your application.
Save your letter under an appropriate file name, such as “First-Name-Last-Name-Application-Letter.pdf”. Using a professional file name makes it easy for hiring managers to find your application in their inbox or on their desktop.
Always review each job posting carefully for keywords to use in your application . Adding these keywords enables your application to be read by ATS as well as demonstrates to the employer you’re a good fit for the role.
4. Simplify your formatting for letters sent in the body of an email
There are a few details to remember if you write an email letter of application for an employer.
First, write a professional subject line that shows your intent. Make sure your email subject line contains your name and the exact job title you’re applying for.
Second, in an email letter of application, there’s no need to type out the hiring manager’s contact information and the date (this information is already included in the email). So begin with the salutation, addressing the hiring manager using “Dear Mr./Ms./Mx. [Last Name],”.
Dear [Mr./Ms./Mx.] [Hiring Manager’s Last Name],
It’s my pleasure to apply as a [Job Title] at [Company Name].
Third, before emailing your letter of application, list your contact information below your email signature .
Phone: (xxx) xxx-xxxx Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/yourname
Here’s an example of a job application letter sent as an email:
Want more information on how to write a job application letter? Below we provide answers to 3 common questions related to application letter writing:
1. Is a letter of application the same as a cover letter?
A letter of application for a job is the same as a cover letter. Often recruiters and hiring managers will use the terms interchangeably to refer to a letter sent to give a hiring manager more information about your qualifications.
But application letters (or letters of application) for academic programs and scholarships differ from cover letters. Compared to a cover letter, an application letter for academic purposes is:
- tailored to the academic program or scholarship’s goals, rather than a specific job
- often longer (acceptable to be 1–2 pages)
- accompanied by other application materials (e.g., your transcript, resume for college , personal statement)
2. What should I avoid writing in a letter of application?
Avoid common application letter red flags, which include:
- addressing the company incorrectly (such as sending a letter of application you wrote for a different job)
- lying about your qualifications
- speaking negatively about previous jobs or employers
- including personal information not relevant to the job
- typos or grammar mistakes
3. How do I write a job application letter that stands out?
To write a job application letter that stands out, explain how your qualifications match the requirements in the job posting. Identify a few of the most important requirements that match your background and skills and provide concrete evidence for them, such as numbers or quotes from previous employers or coworkers.
Other ways to help your application stand out include:
- using skills-based keywords from the job ad
- mentioning a particularly impressive achievement
- striking the right tone (e.g., showing your humor and personality while still being professional)
- using a clean and engaging application letter template
- What should the first paragraph of a cover letter include?
- What do employers look for in a cover letter?
- Who reads cover letters?
- How do you write your availability on a cover letter?
- Should you bring a cover letter to an interview?
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How To Use The S.T.A.R Method To Write A Cover Letter
by Sapna | Aug 13, 2017 | 2 comments
What Is A Cover Letter?
So, a cover letter (or, covering letter) is simply a short, one page letter that explains why you are the best candidate for the job, and why you’d like to work for the company. Now, isn’t that what my killer resume is for, you ask? Of course, you need that too, and you can check out some of my top tips on resume (CV) writing.
However, the cover letter is the first chance you have to make a great impression, so be sure to do it right! Today, I’m going to share a method I learned way back in business school. In fact, I was part of the “co-op” program (a program where you worked at companies in between semesters of school). Not only was it great pay for a student, but we had the opportunity to attend many career seminars and workshops that have been so useful in helping my students apply for jobs.
Now, what’s a hook, you ask? Remember that the hiring manager is only going to take a minute or two to read your cover letter, so that first sentence better not be boring! This Forbes article by a hiring manager reiterates that your opening line must be great!
For example, you could use a brief personal statement about why you are so interested in the career, job, or company you are applying to. Remember that you need to stand out – so be sure it’s interesting! Have an honest, reliable, friend read it over, too.
The STAR Method
So, here’s what the star method entails. It’s four simple steps for constructing each “example” paragraph of your cover letter.
Before you do this though, be sure you have a short, concise introductory paragraph that explains why you are an excellent match to the job in question (see the section above!).
Remember, employers don’t only care about your “hard” skills (those they can train you for on the job). Actually, soft skills are much more important in my opinion. People want to work with good people, so show them that you have characteristics they want – like team building, leadership, and initiative.
The STAR Method is a quick mnemonic to check if your example paragraphs are on track. I’m going to use an example that has worked for me in the past, when applying to a marketing job at a large company.
I managed major sponsorship accounts and ensured promotional activities aligned with our brand strategy. In addition,
I coordinated and lead promotional incentive trip programs to reward sales managers for high sales. I also created marketing documents to promote sales team participation for sales rallies and events.
What is the context of your example? Briefly show the problem that exists in a situation you faced. Try to use examples that may also occur at the type of job you are applying to. Problem solving skills are valuable!
E.g. While working as Position Name Here at Company X,
Within this context, what task were you assigned? Be brief here
E.g. our team needed to ensure promotional activities aligned with our brand strategy
Next, what action did you take to solve the problem? Be specific! Show that you took initiative
E.g. I coordinated and lead promotional incentive trip programs to reward sales managers for high sales. I also created marketing documents to promote sales team participation for sales rallies and events.
E.g. This resulted in successful corporate events attended by our sales dealers, staff and clients, and increased attendance rates over the previous year.
Remember to end your cover letter on a strong note, too! There is no need to reiterate your contact information (they have it already). Simply state why you’d like to work for them and reiterate your enthusiasm.
Cover Letter Editing Tips (for ESL Students, too!)
Of course, writing in your second language is always tougher than your native tongue. So, how can you (and your students) be sure you’ve got everything on track? Here are my top 4 tips for editing before you send:
1. Ensure there are NO spelling or grammatical errors. – In fact, this goes for native speakers, too. A mistake on paper looks sloppy, especially since it could have easily been corrected beforehand.
2. Have a native speaker or English teacher read it over, every time. Even if you’re a native speaker yourself, be sure to have at least one other person edit your letter. In fact, I do this myself for any letter I feel is important to my future.
3. Start EARLY. So, I know that procrastination and time pressure can help get the job done, BUT, in this case I’d start early. In fact, I attribute some of my successful application letter to the University of Oxford to FIVE of my good friends. Over the course of two weeks, they helped me revise and edit, edit, edit!
4. Always print a copy before you send it – Why? Well, printers simply don’t always portray writing as nicely as the screen does! Usually, the reader is going to print it out. So, to double check your alignment, margins, and how it looks on the page, print it!
Do you have more cover letter tips that have worked for you, or your English students? Have questions about cover letters? I’d love to hear from you in the comments below!
Happy Teaching!
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Lesson Plan #:AELP-CAE000 Author – School or Affiliation: Krysti Conlin – Whitley County High School, Williamsburg, Kentucky Tammy Matney – Whitley County High School, Williamsburg, Kentucky Mark Taylor – Cumberland College, Williamsburg, Kentucky Jesse Wilder – Cumberland College, Williamsburg, Kentucky Endorsed By: K. Dei Ofori-Attah, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Cumberland College, Williamsburg, Kentucky
Date: October 7, 1996
Grade Level(s): 10, 11, 12
Subject(s):
- Vocational Education/Careers
Overview: In today’s job market you are in serious competition. For every position that is available in any chosen field, there are numerous job candidates that are equally qualified. This means that you are going to have to sell yourself in a big way in a matter of just seconds. How, you may ask? On your application letter and resume, that’s how! Now is the time to get started preparing your application letter and resume. Be sure it is both accurate and appealing to the eye. It is the first impression that a prospective employer will have of you. Therefore, it must be perfect!
Purpose: To be able to write and format an application letter and resume in preparation for a successful job search.
Objectives:
- The students will be able to describe what should be included in an application letter and resume.
- The students will complete the Resume Worksheet
- The students will organize and format their application letter and resume.
- The Job Hunting Handbook, Fourth Edition Published by Dahlstrom and Company, Inc. Copyright 1993
- Any Other Sources of Career Exploration Information
Students will be introduced to the job market. Students will explore and discuss occupations that are available and current trends in our job market.
After the career exploration exercise is completed, students will then decide on a career that they are interested in. Each student will then complete the resume worksheet utilizing their personal information and applying it to their chosen career.
When the worksheet is completed, students should then review several different formats for application letters and resumes. After deciding which one is appropriate for them, they should then write and format their application letter and resume. Be sure students proofread! There should be absolutely no mistakes!
When the application letters and resumes are completed, the students should turn them in. At this point you would want to review them and make suggestions and corrections as needed. You should have the students make necessary corrections until they have an accurate and grammatically correct application letter and resume.
Tying It All Together:
At this point you would want to emphasize for a final time the necessity of having an application letter and resume that is not only accurate and correct, but that is also pleasing to the eye. This would also provide you with the opportunity to expand on the career exploration topic and begin discussing the interviewing process.
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A Cover Letter Lesson Plan on Creating an Inquiry for a Job
- Kellie Hayden
- Categories : High school english lesson plans grades 9 12
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Block Letter Format
For a letter of application, students need to learn the block style for business letters. Before starting the lesson, teachers need to review or teach this format or style.
In the block style, there is no indenting. All parts of the letter need to line up on the left margin. The order of the letter parts are as follows:
- Your address (sender’s address)
- Address where the letter is going (inside address)
- Salutation (Dear Mr. Johnson:)
- Body of letter
To view a sample block style letter, go to the Business Communication website.
Teaching Procedures for Writing the Letter
Once students understand the proper format, they can begin writing the cover letter. For this lesson, students can use the imaginary scenarios, or they can write a letter that they can actually use for a real job.
Practice Imaginary Help Wanted Scenarios
_Imaginary Scenario #1:_The Write Office Group is hiring people to work in their office to read letters from their readers and then send the letters to the proper person within the company.In addition, other writing duties may be assigned.This is an entry-level position.Send letters of application to Write Office Group, Human Relations Director, Susan Stevens, 1245 South Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 45671.This “help wanted ad” was found in the Columbus Dispatch .
Imaginary Scenario #2 : The Shark Construction Company is hiring apprentice carpenters to work with the master carpenters in a large office building.Basic carpentry skills are needed.This is an entry-level position.Send letters of application to The Shark Construction Company, Human Relations Director, Rob Showers, 456 Main Street, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764. This “help wanted ad” was found in the Athens Messenger.
Steps for Lesson
Step 1 : The teacher needs to explain the reason students need to send a cover letter with their resume.
Reasons to Send a Cover Letter
A cover letter highlights skills and provides additional information to the employer.It mainly tells why the person is qualified for the job, the person’s interest in the job and the reasons for applying. The letter should tell the employer the exact job one is applying for, why one should be selected for an interview and how to contact the person.
If students are using the imaginary scenarios, they can make up facts. However, if they are going to use this letter of application, they need to be honest about their skills.
Step 2 : Tell students to write the sender’s address, date, inside address and salutation.
Step 3 : Direct students to write the first paragraph.The first paragraph should state the job the student is interested in and where he/she found out about the job.
Step 4 : Ask students to write the second paragraph.The second paragraph should tell the employer why the student would be perfect for the job.The student should list his/her skills and experience.
Step 5 : Tell students to write the third paragraph.The students should tell the hiring manager thanks for considering them and note how they will follow-up and/or how the hiring manager can contact them.
The Closing
Step 6 : Direct students to write the closing, signature and enclosure.
This lesson can help students with their real job search or it can help them practice for future jobs.It is a letter writing skill that every student needs.
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Reading an Application Letter
Before writing your application letter, you should read an effective sample. In this lesson, you'll first read a sample announcement. Then you'll read one applicant's response. As you read the sample application letter, consider how the writer put ideas together and how you might use some of the strategies in your own writing.
Reading an Announcement
Read a sample announcement..
Read the following announcement about a summer camp. The writer of the sample letter that follows it responds to the opportunity presented in the announcement.
Sample Announcement
An application letter follows the structure of a traditional business letter. It includes six main parts:
- The heading: the writer's complete address, plus the date the letter was written">heading identifies the writer's return address and date of writing.
- The inside address: the name, title, and address of the person or organization you are writing to">inside address gives the reader's name and mailing address.
- The salutation: the greeting followed by a colon">salutation is the greeting given to the reader.
- The body: the main part of the letter">body is the main part of the letter. It contains three parts: (1) the opening part states why you are writing, (2) the middle part gives readers the details they need, and (3) the closing part focuses on what should happen next.
- The closing: a word or phrase that ends the letter politely">closing is a polite word or phrase to end the message.
- The signature: the writer's handwritten and typed name; makes the letter official">signature includes a handwritten signature followed by the typed name.
In the sample letter that follows, the writer expresses his interest in a summer camp that is described in the announcement. Note the six parts.
Sample Application Letter
23100 Altoona Street Apartment #415 Houston, TX 77001 March 14, 2017
Ms. Benita Mendez-Curry New Adventures Wilderness Camp 1500 Highway 2900, Suite B Austin, TX 78745
Dear Ms. Mendez-Curry:
I would like to apply for a place at the New Adventures Wilderness Camp this summer. I read in your brochure that your camp is for city kids from Texas who would like to learn about nature.
I meet the requirements for your camp. I am in the eighth grade at Memorial Middle School. I have lived in Houston all my life with my mother and three sisters. I love the city, but I have never spent time in the country. I also am doing well in school. My favorite subject is science. I won third place in the science fair at our school this winter.
I think that summer camp would really be a great experience for me. I think my interest in science would help me. I know that I would learn a lot and make new friends.
Please consider me for your camp. Thank you for reading this letter. I hope to hear from you soon.
Micah Jones
Respond to the application letter.
Answer these questions about the letter. Make a copy of this Google doc or download a Word template .
The writer is Micah Jones. The receiver is Ms. Benita Mendez-Curry.
The writer wants to go to summer camp to learn more about nature.
He explains that he is a city kid who has never spent time in the country. He is interested in science. He won third place in a science fair and gets good grades.
(Answers will vary.) Yes, I would consider the writer for the camp. He meets the qualifications and sounds very interested.
Polite and serious
(Answers will vary.) I would like to apply for a place at the New Adventures Wilderness Camp this summer. Please consider me for your camp. Thank you for reading this letter.
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Effective cover letters must convey a sense of purpose and project enthusiasm. A "form" cover letter rarely does this. Researching the employer, college, or scholarship prior to writing the cover letter will give you the opportunity to effectively personalize your letter. 1. Always include a cover letter when mailing your resume.
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In fact, I do this myself for any letter I feel is important to my future. 3. Start EARLY. So, I know that procrastination and time pressure can help get the job done, BUT, in this case I'd start early. In fact, I attribute some of my successful application letter to the University of Oxford to FIVE of my good friends. Over the course of two ...
Include both a salutation at the beginning and a closing at the end. An appropriate closing = Sincerely or Sincerely yours (Leave enough blank line space to sign the letter in your handwriting.) 1st paragraph = Tell why you are writing. Include where or from whom you learned about the job.
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This type of business letter is called a letter of application. In an application letter, you give information about yourself and tell your reasons for applying for something. When writing your letter, be sure to state all of your ideas clearly and politely. If you do, you will make a good first impression, which is very important.
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