WRITING YOUR CV. What is Included in a Cover Letter

WRITING YOUR CV

A covering letter is a document sent with your CV to provide additional information on your skills and experience.

Employers use cover letters as a way to screen applicants for available jobs and to determine which candidates they would like to interview. It is the first document an employer sees, so it is often the first impression you will make. Take advantage of this important first impression and prepare the reader for your application, stating why you are writing, why you are a good match for the job and the organization, and when you will contact him or her.

What is Included in a Cover Letter

A cover letter typically provides detailed information on why you are qualified for the job you are applying for. Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

Cover letters do more than introduce your CV, though. A cover letter's importance also includes its ability to:

Explain your experiences in a story-like format that works with the information provided in your resume
Allow you to go in-depth about important experiences/skills and relate them to job requirements
Show the employer that you are individualizing (tailoring) this job application
Provide a sample of your written communication skills

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