1. How to Write a Cover Letter COVER LETTERS FOR YOUR RESUME

2. An exceptional cover letter…  Has strong personalization (let them know who YOU are)  Only relevant information – short, concise  Attention-getting  Is proofread and error free

3. Cover Letter – divided into 3 Paragraphs 1. Opening paragraph 1. Catch their attention 2. Explain WHY you are writing, why you are sending a resume 3. Establish who you are, why they should be talking to you 4. Reference how you know/heard about the job/position 2. Body 1. “Frame” your skills in the context of the business 2. Not only talk about your skills/qualities, but how your skills/qualities FIT what they are hiring for 3. Reflect your understanding of the company – do your research 3. Closing paragraph 1. Tell how you will follow up - “call to action”

5. Homework: Due Wednesday April 29 th Create a sample Cover Letter to a prospective employer, internship site, the Next Move Department, or anywhere you will be submitting your resume in the next 6 months – 1 year. 1. Typed 2. 3 Paragraphs 3. Formatted correctly

6. Anatomy of a Successful Cover Letter