Tips for Using AI Chatbots
AI chatbots, when used with care, can be a tool to provide valuable support and guidance for creating your cover letter.
Cover Letters
The purpose of the cover letter is to introduce yourself to the employer in a way that makes a positive first impression.
The cover letter is connected to your resume, but it should not duplicate exactly what is already on your resume. A good cover letter can inspire the employer to look more carefully at your resume. As with resumes, cover letters need to be well-written, error-free and tailored to each position to which you are applying. It is not advisable to write a βgeneralβ cover letter to be used for every application.
Before you begin writing a cover letter, you should review the job/internship posting and identify how your skills and experiences line up with those listed in the position.
A cover letter should make it clear to the employer why you are interested in the position and what value you can bring to the organization. Take a look at the cover letter samples and review the writing your cover letter handout for an outline of what to include in a cover letter.
- Writing Your Cover Letter (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter Job Specific 1 (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter Job Specific 2 (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter Education 1 (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter Education 2 (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter Internship (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letter On-Campus Job (PDF)
- Sample Prospecting Letter (PDF)
Additional Resources on Business Correspondence
- E-mail Etiquette (PDF)
- Career Ready Skills (PDF)
- Job Search Correspondence Guide (PDF) (includes all business correspondence handouts)
- Sample Acceptance Letter (PDF)
- Sample Networking Letter (PDF)
- Sample Offer Decline Letter (PDF)
- Sample Resignation Letter (PDF)
- Sample Thank You Letter (PDF)
- Sample Withdrawal Letter (PDF)
- β Riley Guide
As with your resume, have your cover letter reviewed by the Career Center during Express Hours before sending it to prospective employers.