HOW TO WRITE A COVER LETTER FOR A JOB

What does it take for your resume and cover letter to make an impact when the employer has
received hundreds of resumes for the position you have applied for?

Employers do manage to reduce the pool of cover letters and resumes to a manageable number.
How they do it can give you some insight in to how to write cover letters that will make the cut.
Because, if your cover letter doesn't pass muster, your resume won't even get a look.

If your cover letter and resume aren't perfect they most likely will end up in the reject pile. And
perfect means perfect - there should not be any typos or grammatical errors.

Employers typically won't even consider a candidate that they cannot see is qualified at first
glance. That first glance at your cover letter is your one opportunity to make a good impression
and make it to the next round.

It's certainly easier to write generic or blanket cover letters than it is to write a cover letter
specifically targeted to each position you apply for. However, if you don't invest the time in
writing cover letters you're probably not going to get the interview, regardless of your
qualifications.

Here are some suggestions on how to write cutting edge cover letters that work

Applicant’s Address

Date
Employer’s Name and Title
Company Name
Company Address

Salutation:

Opening Paragraph: State why you writing, name the position or type of work for which you
applying. Also, mention how heard of the job opening or organization.

Middle Paragraph (s): Explain why you are interested in working for this employer. Identify
your reasons for desiring this type of work with this specific company. If you have relevant work
experience or related education, be sure to point it out, but do not repeat your entire resume.
Emphasize transferable skills or abilities you have that relate to the job for which you are
applying. Use action verbs to connect your Experiences to the job description. Do this in a
Confident manner and remember that the reader will view your letter of application as example
of your writing skills.

Closing Paragraph: You may refer the reader to your enclosed resume, or whatever media you
are using to illustrate your training, interests and experiences. Indicate where you can be reached
in case they have questions. Have an appropriate closing to pave the way for the interview by
indicating the action of steps you will take to initiate an interview date. Lastly thank the reader
for reviewing your resume and give you his valuable time.

(Signature)

Your name typed

SAMPLE COVER LETTER

 ROHAN S SHIRDHANKAR
2A/204, NEEL SANKALP CHS, SECTOR 5 PLOT 38, NEW PANVEL (e)
CONTACT: 09773548905. E-MAIL:Rohanshirdhankar@yahoo.com.
Blogspot: rohans2410research.blogspot.com

January 13th, 2011

To,
HR Manager,
ABC Company,
Kharghar 410210.

Dear Sir,

Perhaps your company is seeking to recruit the talent of someone that can grasp complex
concepts and can contribute to the success of the company. If this is the case then please accept
the accompanying resume for your review and consideration for a Management Trainee profile
in (Finance or Accounts Department) in which this strengths and diverse experience will be of
value. I am talented and accomplished Financial professional with a background in financial
operations and analysis, accounting and financial services.

I have done my graduation in commerce and doing post graduation in Finance and willing to
work as a Management trainee in Finance or Accounts department in your well esteemed
Organisation. Also I am pursuing ICWA (inter). I have done my summer Internship project on
“Financial Savings through Fixed Asset Management” at ISPAT INDUSTRIES LTD where
I played a role of a Fixed Asset Manager.

Currently I am doing my Specialization Project report on “Financial Planning and Forecasting

and Capital Structure Decision”. The specialization project exhibits my research and
communication skills. Also it shows my future forecasting skills. I am team player, highly
organized and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. I am confident that I would make a
significant contribution to the continued success of your organization.

I believe that you will find additional information in the enclosed resume that further
demonstrates my capacity for performing the role of Management Trainee. Please call me to
arrange an interview so that we may discuss how my ability to work with diverse projects would
contribute to your organization. I am looking forward to hear positive reply from you.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Yours Sincerely,
Rohan Shirdhankar