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Be sure to display knowledge of the engineering industry and stand out by telling your unique experience through descriptive story telling. Use action verbs to describe your relevant skills and expertise and mention specific knowledge you may have (e.g., program design, data analysis, etc.) that the position requires. Don’t just tell the employer you have knowledge of AutoCAD, show the employer how you used it and what RESULTS you achieved. Employers want to know how you’ve used the knowledge you learned and not just the fact that you learned it. This is your chance to capture the attention of the employer and entice her/him to read your resume in detail and schedule an interview.  \nWhat will you do next? Your closing paragraph should reiterate your fit for the position and outline next steps. Express your willingness to provide additional information and desire to further discuss the position in an interview. Include your phone number and email address. Thank the reader(s) for their time and interest. Be sure to proofread the entire document as the employer is also learning about your communication skills through your letter.  \nSincerely,  \n(Include your signature here; may omit extra space if sent electronically)  \nYour Typed Name  \n*adapted from UMASS Amherst  \n[www.egr.uh.edu/career](www.egr.uh.edu/career) 713-743-4230 [ecareers@central.uh.edu](ecareers@central.uh.edu)[ ](ecareers@central.uh.edu) @UHeConnect |  [www.LinkedIn.com/in/@UHeConnect](www.LinkedIn.com/in/@UHeConnect)  \nMarch 2018","cbCairhXmPPJChX3","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairhXmPPJChX3","pdf",189387,"English","# Cover Letter Structure\n## Opening Paragraph\n## Middle Paragraph (STAR Method)\n## Closing Paragraph and Signature","[{\"question\":\"What should the opening paragraph of the cover letter include?\",\"answer\":\"Briefly introduce yourself, state interest in the organization and position, explain how you learned about the role, and optionally mention a referral or how you met the recruiter. 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