3.1 Getting an Interview/Job

The message section of a letter.

• Salutation

• Resume

• Body

• Complimentary Close

The greeting that begins your letter.

• Salutation

• Resume

• Body

• Complimentary Close

A statement attesting to your character, abilities, and experience.

• References

• Reference Letter

• Cover Letter

• Resume

A document that described your work experience, education, abilities, interests and other information of interest to an employer.

• References

• Reference Letter

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Serves to introduce you to a potential employer.

• References

• Reference Letter

• Cover Letter

• Resume

A courteous phrase used to end a letter.

• Salutation

• Resume

• Body

• Complimentary Close

Be Specific, Be Interesting, Be Direct are:

• The parts of a Resume

• The parts of a Reference Letter

• The parts of a Cover Letter

• The parts of a Salutation

People who have known you for at least one year and can provide information about your skills, character, and achievements.

• References

• Reference Letter

• Cover Letter

• Resume

The purpose of a cover letter is to:

• Get an interview

• Get a job

• Get a raise

An employer will use your reference to:

• Determine your availability

• Determine your character

• Determine how much to pay you