NON-EDUCATION COVER LETTER
Include an introductory cover letter with each resume you send to employers. Each letter must be originally
typed and signed.
Your Present Address
City, State, Zip Code
Date
Person's Name*, Title
Employer Name
Street Address
City, State, ZIP Code
Dear (Mr., Ms., Dr., etc.):†
(First Paragraph)
Indicate the reason for writing, the specific position for which you are applying, and, if there is a position
opening, the source from which you learned of the job and the date it was posted. If you are inquiring about jobs
in general and no opening was advertised, indicate your interest in career opportunities in your field.
(Second Paragraph)
Explain that you have compared the job description with your background and believe that you would be a good
fit for the following reasons.
Job Description #1
Job Description #2
Job Description #3
Job Description #4
Your matching qualification #1
Your matching qualification #2
Your matching qualification #3
Your matching qualification #4
(Final Paragraph)
You may mention how an employer can obtain your references or credentials. Refer to your interest in a
personal interview. You may suggest several dates or indicate your flexibility as to the time and place. Restate
your interest and indicate your eagerness to meet personally to learn more about the position. Include your
phone number and email address. Thank the employer for taking the time to read your letter and resume.
Sincerely,
(Your written signature)
Your typed name
Enclosure(s) (refers to enclosed resume and other required materials)
* Make every effort to get a specific name. If you absolutely cannot get a specific name, address your letter to
the right department, making sure you know the current name of the department--for example, Human
Resources vs. Personnel.
† If you are unable to get a name or do not even have the employer name (for example, if you are replying to a
"blind" ad), do not use "Dear Sir/Madam" or "To Whom It May Concern." More appropriate salutations might
be "Dear Employer," "(Position Title) Search Committee," or "Director of (fill in appropriate department)".
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SAMPLE LETTER
5264 Benson Avenue
Tacoma, WA 97432
March 23, 201x
Ms. M. J. Patterson, Coordinator
College Recruiting
XYZ Company
POB 12017
Seattle, WA 98123
Dear Ms. Patterson:
Please consider the enclosed resume for the position of Personnel Recruiter with XYZ Company, which was
recently advertised through Career Services at Central Washington University. XYZ Company has a reputation
for producing excellent products with the newest technology. I am very interested in recruiting the best talent
for your company.
After examining your job description, I have written up a comparison between the required qualifications and
my own background. I believe the following exemplifies why I am a highly qualified candidate for this position.
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or
related field
Communication and conflict management skills
Knowledge of recruitment field
Will graduate in June with a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Business Administration, with a concentration in Industrial
Relations.
Obtained effective communication and conflict
management skills while completing an internship with
John S. Jones company.
Acquired military experience as a Personnel Specialist, an
internship with a focus on recruitment, and active
membership in the Society of Human Resources
Management.
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how my education and experience could benefit
XYZ Company. You can reach me at 509.963.2000 or boutellec@cwu.edu. Thank you for considering my
application.
Sincerely,
Clifton P. Boutelle
Enclosure: Resume
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