CDV198.2
Week 4
Cover Letter
Your Name: ___________________________
Today’s Date: __________________________
Step 1:
Find a position that you are interested in applying for.
Step 2:
Prepare a cover letter for your resume that will highlight your skills and education. Read the
section, “Writing a Cover Letter” in this week’s presentation and review the information before
drafting your cover letter.
Step 3:
Submit the completed assignment from the Week 4: Written Assignment: Cover Letter page.
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone number
Your Email
Today’s Date
Employer Name
Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Dear Mr. /Ms. Last Name plus his or her job title,
(Students, you can either use the information below to form your cover letter or use the
information provided in the “Writing a Cover Letter” section of this week’s presentation.)
1st Paragraph: Let the employer know what position you are applying for and how you found
out about the position. Capture the employer’s attention by briefly mentioning either your
strongest qualification or interest in the position. State that your resume is attached.
2nd Paragraph: Mention your enthusiasm and interest in the position. Briefly relate how your
skills, background, and/or education match the job description. State your belief that you are a
good match for the position and the organization. Give an example from your past experience.
CDV198.2
Week 4
Cover Letter
3rd Paragraph: (Optional). Briefly mention some of your personal qualities or “soft skills” that
would make you a good employee, such as motivation to succeed position for the industry, etc.
Relate your interests to the job and organization.
4th Paragraph: State your eagerness to follow through and request an interview. Include your
contact information.
Thank the employer for his or her time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Signature,
Typed name