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Avoid “To Whom It May Concern,” but if you cannot find the contact's name, using\"Dear Hiring Manager\" is acceptable. By personalizing the letter, it demonstrates that you researched the organization. If the job posting does not include a name you can either call the organization and ask or search the company on LinkedIn and look for the names of the department directors. If you cannot find a specific name, use the director of the department’s name of the organization to which you are applying to.  \nDetermine the needs of the company and how your experiencesand skills compliment and/or align with the position.  \nSpend a good amount of time researching the organization and the position for which you are applying.  \nAlumni & Student Connections  \nSAY HELLO TO YOUR FUTURE  \nWhy have a Cover Letter?  \nWhen applying for a position, a cover letter is your chance to convince the employer to read your résumé .  \nIt gives you the opportunity to express your interest and enthusiasm in the position and the possibility of working for the company/organization. In addition, it allows you to highlight the skills and experiences relevant to the position, demonstrates your writing and communication skills, and strengthens your chances of securing an interview.  \nYour Personal Header  \nDate  \nContact’s Name, Title  \nCompany Name  \nAddress  \nCity, State, ZIP code  \nDear First Name & Last Name, or Dear Dr. Last Name,  \nIntroductory Paragraph: Briefly state the specific job title that you are applying for. If you have a personal connection to the organization, mention that person’s name (be sure you have that person’s permission to use their name) . Include why you are interested in the company/position and why you are applying to this company specifically, what sets them apart from similar organizations? You may include what you know or respect about the organization (this may include a value or a practice of the company that you share) .  \nBody Paragraph(s): State how your skills, education, or experience match a required skill set of the position. Use specific examples and short stories to provide additional detail about one or two experiences that provide evidence of the relevant skill set without repeating your résumé . Reinforce how the experiences you include will prove to be beneficial for the employer. Overall, this portion is about two paragraphs of content highlighting your qualifications for the position.  \nClosing Paragraph: Include what actions you would like to take next. State your desire to arrange an interview. Refer to enclosed résumé, remember to include your phone number and email to make it easy for the employer to contact you. Express your appreciation for the employer’s time and consideration.  \nSincerely,  \nSignature  \nPrint Your Name  \nTIP: Remember that consistency is important. Your cover letter should include the exact same header as your resume.  \nFirstname Lastname  \nCity, State 􀁹 [email@plu.edu](email@plu.edu) 􀁹 253-555-1212  \nAugust 29, 20xx  \nContact's Firstname Lastname  \nCareer Advisor, Alumni & Student Connections  \nPacific Lutheran University  \n12180 Park Avenue South  \nTacoma, WA 98447  \nDear Firstname Lastname:  \nThroughout my search for an on-campus job for the upcoming fall, I have been looking for anew leadership experience that will be valuable and allow me to continue to help students at Pacific Lutheran University. In discussing on-campus jobs with my current supervisor, Tingelstad Resident Director Peter Parker, he suggested that the Career Peer Educator position you posted on the Opportunities Board would be an opportunity for me to further develop my professionalism and learn useful new skills.  \nMy work with Residential Life qualifies me for this position for a number of reasons. 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