Cover Letters Goal: Provide more nuanced information about yourself and help employers recognize how you can benefit them and those they serve Most professional job applications include a cover letter in addition to a resume and reference sheet. In some cases, cover letters are not requested by an employer. However, it is generally wise to submit a cover page or (at least) include a cover letter in the body of an email, along with an attached resume or job application. Cover letters can also serve as a useful aid when preparing for an interview, since they include professional language to describe your most exemplary qualifications for a particular position. Cover letters provide job applicants with the opportunity to: Introduce themself - in a more narrative and nuanced way than is possible in a resume Highlight their most relevant and impressive qualifications Make it clear what they have to offer the employer and those they serve Proactively address resume information gaps - if deemed necessary Express enthusiasm and interest in a position and/or business/organization Inspire employers to invite you to an interview [/su_spoiler] Templates & Tips A cover letter should emphasize what you can do for the employer (vs. the other way around). Therefore, your cover letter should answer the following questions for them: Does this applicant really want this job – ie. for the right reasons? Will this applicant be better at this job than other applicants? Could this applicant be a great fit for this business/organization? Would it be worthwhile to interview this applicant? Aids How to Format a Cover Letter How to Format a Cover Letter (tips & examples) Font & Font Size Additional Considerations How to Get a Cover Letter Noticed Powerful Ways to Start a Cover Letter How to Address a Cover Letter How to Include a Referral in Your Cover Letter Submitting Your Cover Letter Before Your Submit Your Cover Letter (tips) How to Email a Cover Letter (tips & examples) How to Write a Professional Email, With Tips and Examples