Cover Letters

A cover letter is your introduction and often accompanies a resume.  While a resume provides a quick overview of your accomplishments, a cover letter highlights one or two skills or experiences that are related to the position of interest.

Sample cover letters

• The basic / Email version / Print version

Using cover letters
The general rule of thumb is to use a cover letter when you are not there to introduce yourself.

• Email:    use the email message as your cover letter, attach a resume (no need to attach a letter)
• US mail:   print and send a cover letter with your resume
• ePACK:   follow the instructions of the employer
• On-line applications: follow the instructions of the employer
• Career fair:  cover letter is not recommended
• Interview: cover letter is not recommended