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Where your resume is a broad, more encompassing statement of your background, education and experience, your letter of application should tell the recipient why he or she has received your resume. Employers will use your cover letter to make observations about your written communication skills, organizational skills, technical knowledge, personality and motivation. The personalized cover letter and printed resume should form a package designed to get you to the next stage, the job interview.  \nBASIC COVER LETTER GUIDELINES:  \n·While all of the letters you send during your job search may be quite similar, each one should be tailored to the position and organization to which it is sent.  \n·Print your letters on the same paper you use foryour resume, and use the same font for both documents. Keep a copy of each letter you send out, whether on a disk or on a paper, for reference.  \n·Use the correct name and title of the person who is responsible for reviewing resumes. You can also get information about the organization by looking at their web pages, by asking a receptionist at the organization for the appropriate contact name, or by contacting their Human Resources office directly to request information.  \n·Always refer to the employer as Dr., Mr. or Ms., but never as Mrs. or Miss.  \n·Open your letter with a strong sentence that defines the purpose of the letter.  \n·All letters of application should follow the standard business letter format.  \n·Proofread and spell-check the letter carefully for any errors. This will be seen as a sample of your writing and communication skills, as well as your ability to pay attention to detail.  \n·Strive to keep your letter of application interesting, concise and to the point.  \n· Do not forget to express your strong enthusiasm for the position and outline your top skills.  \n\n| Date\u003Cbr>Your Street Address City, State, Zip Code\u003Cbr>Individual’s Name Title\u003Cbr>Company\u003Cbr>Street Address City, State, Zip Code\u003Cbr>Dear Mr., Ms., or Dr. Employer:\u003Cbr>Opening: Indicate why you are writing, the position or type of work for which you are applying, and how you learned of the opening. If a current employee or contact suggested that you contact this person, include his or her name.\u003Cbr>Body (this can be one or two paragraphs): Expand on the information in your resume. If you are a recent graduate, or will be graduating soon, explain how your academic background makes you a qualified candidate for the position. List examples of skills you developed some other way that would be useful in the position. Emphasize your skills or abilities as they relate to the position for which you are applying.\u003Cbr>Closing Paragraph: Refer the reader to your enclosed resume, stating that it is a summary of your qualifications. Make a specific request for an interview. Your closing statement should be positive, requesting specific action from the reader. Thank the reader for his/her time and consideration. |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Sincerely/Thank you, etc.,(4 spaces for Signature) Type your name Enclosure(s) | Page 1 |  |\n|  |  |  |\n\nTHANKYOU LETTERS  \nAfter an interview, write a brief follow-up letter. Less than one percent of people interviewed take the time to send such a note, so you can be certain it will be noticed. Use the letter to reemphasize your potential value to the company/institution, correct misunderstandings, and add forgotten points. Do not forget to reiterate that you are still interested in the position and the organization. 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