1. GUIDE TO A
WINNING COVER LETTER

2. What is a cover letter…
● A brief letter, accompanied by your CV
● Highlights your skills and abilities that are essential
for the position you are applying
● Displays interest and excitement for the position

3. …and why do you need one
● Demonstrates your understanding of the company’s
needs and your ability to fulfill them
● Displays your skills and qualifications that are most
crucial for the position
● Encourages the reader’s interest in your CV
● Displays your writing and communication skills

4. Writing your cover letter
● Keep it simple and brief, no longer than one page
● Address you cover letter to a named individual, if
possible
● Begin your 1st paragraph by including:
○ your personal information
○ the position you are applying for
○ Your interest in the position and company’s activities

5. Writing your cover letter
● 2nd and 3rd paragraph should include:
○ Reason you are suited for the position
○ Detailed reference to your abilities and skills necessary for the
position
● 4th paragraph should:
○ Express your interest for the position
○ Encourage the reader to contact you for the interview
○ Include your contact information

6. FINAL TIPS
● Don’t be negative and mention your lack of a certain
qualification. A cover letter should project what you can
do, instead of what you cannot.
● Focus on what YOU can do for the company, not the
opposite
● If applying for many different positions, prepare a
sample cover letter, and edit the specific information of
each position (i.e. company name, position, skills)
● Finally, proofread!