Cover Letters

A cover letter is used to:

• make a positive first impression
• introduce yourself and ask for consideration of your qualifications for a position with that organization
• summarize and highlight points on your resume
• communicate your interest in and enthusiasm for the position and that employer
• convince an employer that you have something valuable to contribute and that it is worth their time to interview you

Learn about the different types of cover letters and check out the examples in the following sections:

1. Types of Cover Letters

2. Cover Letter Tips and Taboos (Does and Don'ts of cover Letter Writing)

3. Organization and Format - How to Write a Winning Cover Letter

4. Sample Letters -

   1. Internal Posting - Maintenance position
   2. Networking Letter - Administrative Assistant
   3. Response to Classified Ad - Travel Agent

   4. Prospecting Letter - General Labourer

5. Other Resources - More examples and links to helpful websites