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Show a connection.  \nTips for a Cover Letter for Job Applications  \n􀂗 Keep it short. In one page, focus on your purpose and invite follow-up – an interview.  \n􀂗 The body text should be in a font size equivalent to Times New Roman 11 (but the font could be any common font type) .  \n􀂗 Do your research on the company. Check out their website and their social media – these sources can provide a lot of info on their products, services, goals, values, mission statement, latest projects, plans for expansion, etc. Referring to one or two of these things shows that you know who they are and what they do.  \n􀂗 Give the employer a sense of your personality and speak directly to the match between your abilities and the organization’s requirements. Tell them what you can do for them.  \n􀂗 Make it interesting and remember to use keywords and keyword phrases (found in the job ad) . Do not just list all your qualifications, like in your résumé, because they’ve probably read your résumé before reading your cover letter.  \n􀂗 Demonstrate your great writing skills. Ensure proper spelling, grammar, and style. Proofread!  \nFormat for a Cover Letter  \nUse the same “letterhead” set-up as your résumé  \n(name, address, email, phone number, LinkedIn address)  \nDate of writing  \nEmployer’s address including title of contact person (if given)  \nSubject line (Re: stating the position, Job ID\\#)  \nSalutation including name of contact person (if unknown, you can skip this or use a generic one such as,“Dear Hiring Manager”)  \nThe first paragraph tells the reader why you are writing and how you heard of the position. Essentially: Here’s who I am, what I want, and how I came to know about you. This is also the time to distinguish your letter from other applicants by telling the employer why you want to work for them. Let them know that you know what they do. Make sure you do your research.  \nIn the next paragraph(s), tell them why they should hire you. Highlight the major skills, personality traits, and areas of knowledge and expertise that you have to offer. Indicate how these match their needs. Remember to use keywords from the job ad. Include general and specific evidence of your skills. Tell a BRIEF  \nstory/example that demonstrates your skills. You want the reader to be able to visualize you in the position.  \nThe last paragraph includes a call to action. Emphasize your keen interest in speaking with them, let them know how they can easily contact you, and suggest possibilities for follow-up.  \nClosing, (e.g. Sincerely, Regards, etc. )  \nYour signature (if hard copy; if submitted electronically, use a digital signature or it can be omitted)  \nYour name, typed in full  \nCover Letter Sample  \nIvanna Job  \n32 Anywhere Lane Peterborough ON K9J 7B8  \n(705) 555-1234 [ijob@trentu.ca](ijob@trentu.ca)  \nMarch 18, 2019  \nE.M. 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