Effective Cover Letter for Job Application

When sending a cover letter to a Human Resources Director or Hiring Manager, especially when the company has departments in multiple locations and the position description is in another location, you don’t have to include the company address. Just provide a clear and general introduction and specifically identify the position you are applying for, how you learned of this position, and why you are interested in applying. Make sure that you are creative in your content, but still follow the local business conventions. Also bright up your past jobs and duties performed if necessary. Often they are looking for someone who wants to learn and who has transferable skills, like: