READING AND WRITING SKILLS MODULE

LESSON 7: Application for Employment

COVER LETTER is a one-page document attached to the resume. It gives a

summary of the resume that you intend to submit to the employers.

CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD COVER LETTER

1. Short. It should not exceed one page because it only gives a view of
your resume.
2. Comprehensive. It should contain complete information that represents
your skills and abilities. It should also be understood and should be
straight to the point.
3. Relevant. Write down only the things that are relevant to the position
you are applying for. Do not include irrelevant qualifications.
4. Specific. You should be specific about the location and the position you
are applying for. This is for you to undergo the specific process that the
company does to screen the people hired for that particular position and
location.
5. Detailed. It should contain basic details about you and your
accomplishments. Also, you should write some detailed information
about the company that will show your knowledge about them.

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