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Network. Invest.  \nOverview  \n*Disclaimer*  \nThere are many ways to write and present a cover letter for a role in finance. Each individual or firm will have different opinions on the best way to write a successful cover letter, so it is up to the  \nindividual to decide what advice to take on board.  \nFirms will not always ask for cover letters. Sometimes you will be asked to fill out a box with a word limit. The question might say “Why this company and this role” or “What skills do you have that make you a good candidate”. However, the same skills from a cover letter can be applied here.  \nProcess  \nCreate your cover letter using the template provided below.  \nBook appointment with Career Zone to discuss cover letter; Call 01392 724493.  \n[https://mycareerzone.exeter.ac.uk/students/appointments/app/](https://mycareerzone.exeter.ac.uk/students/appointments/app/)  \nContact a society member/your Buddy if they have completed work experience at the firm.  \nAttend weekly career drop-in session to discuss your cover letter further with the committee.  \nTips  \n1) One page  \nFirms do not have long to process your letter make it easy to read with a professional font.  \n2) Eligibility  \nOnly apply if you have the correct graduation date and are not a practising professional.  \n3) STAR method for examples  \nExplain what you did the skills you learnt as a result; Situation, Task, Action, Result.  \n4) Never lie or exaggerate  \nAt an interview, you will be questioned on your cover letter, make sure it is all true  \n5) Bespoke  \nEvery cover letter should be bespoke to that firm-why them? Focus should be on recent deals etc.  \nCover Letter 1  \nTemplate  \nAddress of firm  \nDear Sir/Madam,  \nFull name Personal address Mobile number Email address Date  \nShort Introduction (2 sentences defining eligibility)  \n• University course/University year  \n• Expected graduation date  \n• What scheme are you applying for?  \nWhy your firm? Commercial awareness (this is the most important section)  \n• Firm initiatives/awards that resonate with you?  \n• League table?  \n• Recent trade/investment/statement by CEO?  \n• Do I follow a stock that his firm manages?  \n• Have I had work experience here before?  \nWhy this role?  \n• What opportunities does the scheme give you that you are looking forward to?  \n• What particular work excites you?  \n• What skills can you apply and develop?  \nWhy me? Competencies to match the job description  \n• The STAR method is useful for demonstrating the skills you have from your experience.  \n• Repeat this process for the many actives and experiences you have listed on your CV, making sure you use the relevant examples to match the job description.  \nShort Conclusion (3 sentences)  \n• Thank them for considering your application  \n• Let them know you are available to answer any questions via email or mobile  \n• Let them know you look forward to hearing form them  \nYours sincerely,  \nSignature Full Name  \nCover Letter 2  \nExample  \nAdditional Resources  \nThese links provide further examples. 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