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The_Dude · 07-21-2003, 07:55 PM

what kinda info would a person reading one want??

should i concentrate on what i WOULD do or what i DID do??

and any other tips in writing one.

btw, this one is so that i can switch colleges in a univ.

thanks.

btw, the prompt is 'attach a resume n cover letter on why you would like to be considered for admission'

Fake Alias · 07-21-2003, 08:04 PM

A cover letter should be short and explain why you would be appropriate for the job/position applied for. It should show your personality and make sure that it is easy to read. I always liked to end it with "If I do not hear from you by (this date), I will call to follow up. I look forward to an interview in the future". Or somthing along those lines. My cover letters were also only 3 paragraphs.

Depending on how serious about the job the more effort you should put into it. And remember it shouldn't sumarize your resume at all! Switching colleges may need a different approach but I hope this helps.

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The_Dude The GrandDaddy of them all! Location: Austin, TX	Cover Letter's what kinda info would a person reading one want?? should i concentrate on what i WOULD do or what i DID do?? and any other tips in writing one. btw, this one is so that i can switch colleges in a univ. thanks. btw, the prompt is 'attach a resume n cover letter on why you would like to be considered for admission' __________________ "Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity." - Darrel K Royal Last edited by The_Dude; 07-21-2003 at 07:57 PM..

07-21-2003, 08:04 PM	#2 (permalink)
Fake Alias Crazy	A cover letter should be short and explain why you would be appropriate for the job/position applied for. It should show your personality and make sure that it is easy to read. I always liked to end it with "If I do not hear from you by (this date), I will call to follow up. I look forward to an interview in the future". Or somthing along those lines. My cover letters were also only 3 paragraphs. Depending on how serious about the job the more effort you should put into it. And remember it shouldn't sumarize your resume at all! Switching colleges may need a different approach but I hope this helps.