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Use letter formatting– Include your contact information, the employer’s contact information, a salutation, body paragraphs, and a signature.  \n2. Try to address a specific person-Look for the hiring manager on the job posting, website, or on LinkedIn. If all else fails, try calling the employer and ask.  \na. Including titles (e.g. Mr., Dr., etc.) is traditional, but also assumes the recipient’s gender. Use your best judgment.  \n3. Keep your cover letter to one page.  \n4. Always proofread before submitting.  \nCover Letter Heading  \nKatie Student  \nze/hir/hirs | 2004 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105 |(123) [456-7890 | kestudent@stkate.edu](456-7890 | kestudent@stkate.edu)[ ](456-7890 | kestudent@stkate.edu)July 25, 2022  \nJane Hiring, Human Resource Director Allina Clinic  \n3024 SnellingAve Minneapolis, MN 55406  \nDear Jane Hiring:  \nThe heading, at the top of your cover letter, should include the following:  \nYour Contact Information: Name, address (optional), email address, and phone number Employer’s Contact Information: List the hiring manager’s name and title, organization name, and address information of the employer  \nSalutation: Address your letter to a specific person  \nYou can match the heading of your resume to the heading on your resume, but make sure the correct information is included.  \nCover Letter Signature  \nSignature Example:  \nBest Regards,  \nKatie Student  \nKatie Student  \nThe signature is at the bottom of the cover letter. It should include a sign off (e.g.“Sincerely,” “Best Regards,” etc.), and your name. You can include a handwritten signature, but that is optional.  \nWriting a Cover Letter  \nCover letters should be tailored to each position you apply for.  \nBut, that doesn’t mean you have to start from scratch each time. Try to create a general guideline for yourself to follow when writing. Follow these steps to create one for yourself.  \nTry to think of a cover letter as an argumentative five paragraph essay– you want to start with a hook, state a thesis, provide evidence, and then write a conclusion. 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