Generic Cover Letter

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In order to get noticed, you just have to be a little more creative in your letter, and respect the local business practices as well. Also brighten up your past jobs and duties performed, if necessary. Often employers are looking for someone who wants to learn and who has transferable skills, like:

Problem-solving ability;
Can-do, Will-do mentality;
Leadership skills;
Ability to multi-task;
Ability to communicate;
Hard work ethic;
Creativity.

There are a few basic requirements for a strong cover letter, such as the following:

Structured and written to highlight your strengths;
Brief, preferably one page in length;
Clean, error-free, and easy to read;
Immediately clear about your name and the position you are seeking;
Expands upon your resume; do not repeat it verbatim;
Includes the person’s full name if you do not know the gender;
Limited to 3-4 paragraphs and 1 page;
Using common business letter format;
No copying of exact words/phrases from sample letters without checking the context;
Uses the correct name of the organization;
Enthusiastic! Show off your character and personality.

Free Cover Letter Example sentences:

Dear {{Name}},
I read with interest your posting for {{name of position}} on the {{name of the job board}}.
I believe I possess the necessary skills and experience you are seeking and would make a valuable addition to your company.
As my resume indicates, I possess more than {{number of years}} years of progressive experience in the {{job field}} field.
My professional history includes position such as {{job title}} at {{company name}} as well as {{job title}} at {{company name}}.
Most recently, my responsibilities as {{job title}} at {{company name}} match the qualifications you are seeking. As the {{job title}}, my responsibilities included {{two or three responsibilities which are similar to ones stated in job posting}} I assisted in the successful completion of {{project which is similar to the one that the job posting stated you will work on}}.
I would like to communicate my sincere interest in the {{position}} posting with {{company name}} that I found on {{how you found out about the position}}.
While reviewing your company website, I noticed that your firm is an {{compliment them on awards, philanthropy, innovation, being an industry leader}}.
I am particularly interested in working with you in {{specific area/department}} because I also find {{what you find interesting or inspiring about the company}} to be the most important factor in marketing and business.
I am writing this letter and enclosing my resume to apply for the {{Position}} with {{Company}}.
This position came to my attention{{How}}. After reviewing my resume.
I strongly believe I am a qualified candidate for this position.
{{Summarize qualifications/hard skill/soft skills}}. After research of your company. I feel my goals and values match those of {{Company}}.
I am excited about {{Company}}'s commitment to {{Company mission}}.
As a {{Make connection with company mission and personal goals}}.
My keen {{skills}} are well demonstrated in my over {{how many years you've worked}} in {{areas you've worked in}}.
Currently, I work as a {{position}}, focusing on {{important projects}} where my attention to detail and {{other skills}} were essential to the success of my team and {{project, challenge, task}}.
I have acquired an understanding of {{concepts or responsibilities required in job description}}, as well as how to meet and exceed {{goals, standards}} set by the companies I have had the pleasure of working for.
I believe I am prepared to handle the exciting challenges this position presents, and I hope you allow me to further discuss my qualifications with you in an interview.
I have attached a copy of my resume to this application for your review.
I am a senior at {{University}} and am writing to apply for the {{Traineeship opportunity} opportunity at the {{Company}} posted on {{Website}}. I’m very interested in the field of digital marketing and would welcome the opportunity to contribute my research, writing skills, and experience to your growing business.
Your emphasis on “learning by doing and leading by serving” is also consistent with the training I received as an {{Athlete/Sports/Hobby}}.
Whether on the field learning new drills in the worst weather conditions or patiently working with a new team member, I am most fulfilled when contributing to the team effort.
In addition to my concentration in {{Subject}}, I have completed advanced coursework in {{Study field}}.
My academic work has strengthened my research and writing skills as well as my understanding of the economics of business growth and development.
Working with {{Organization}} over the last two years gave me the experience and confidence to work in a dynamic, fast-paced organization where learning quickly and pitching in are instrumental to success.
I very much look forward to the opportunity to speak with you in person about my interest in this position.
Please let me know if you require additional information.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Thank you for taking the time to review my resume.
I look forward to hearing from you to set up an interview.
My supervisor also relied on my ability to {{skills such as proofreading and excellent communication skills}}.
I have attached my resume for your review and I look forward to speaking with you further regarding your available position.
You contact me at {{Phone Number}} or via email at {{email address}}.
Yours sincerely,

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