Writing a Cover Letter

Writing a Cover letter

What is a Cover Letter?

A cover letter, also known as a covering letter or application letter, is a one-page document that introduces a job seeker's work history, professional skills, and personal interest in applying for a job. 

Parts of the cover letter

• Read the list on the right

• Put them in order

Multiple Choice

What is the first part of a cover letter?

• your address

• date

Multiple Choice

Does your telephone number go after your address?

• Yes

• No

Open Ended

Where do we include the date?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are needed in your cover letter?

• the reason for your letter

• your qualifications

• your relevant experience

• your skills

• your biography

Task

Have as a model the cover letter on p. 53 in order to write YOUR COVER LETTER. (As you are a student you are allowed to make up some information)