Cover Letter Outline

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Format:

A cover letter is a professional document designed to highlight key points (e.g. skills, experiences, your personal value) to showcase why you are a great fit for the opportunity you are applying for. While there is no single “perfect” cover letter, most effective cover letters follow a similar structure that allows employers to quickly read your “why” for the position and your value that you contribute (e.g. skills, experiences, etc.). The outline on the following page demonstrates one common format and provides examples of the types of information you can include in each section. Use it as a guide to create a cover letter that reflects your own unique experiences, skillsets, and personal value that you can would bring to an organization.

How to Use This Template:

Click on the cover letter example, which will bring you to an external Google Doc. From there, click on File > Make a Copy > and now you have a completely editable version of this template in your own Google Drive!