From Alison Doyle,
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When applying for a job a cover letter should be sent or posted with your resume. If you are not sure what to write, review these cover letter samples. Your cover letter should be specific to the position you are applying for, relating your skills and experience to those noted in the job posting. Your cover letter is your first (and best) chance to make a good impression!

An effective cover letter should explain the reasons for your interest in the organization and in the job you are applying for. Take the time to review cover letter examples, then make sure that your letter explains how your skills relate to the criteria listed in the job posting.

Cover Letter Samples - Type

• Cover Letter Format
• Cover Letter Template
• Sample Targeted Cover Letter
• Sample Targeted Cover Letter #2
• Sample Cover Letter Requesting a Meeting
• Modified Block Format
• Full Block Format

Email Cover Letter Examples

• Email Cover Letter Sample With Attached Resume
• Email Cover Letter Sample With Resume Included
• Sample Email Cover Letter - Summer Job

Prospecting Letters, Referral Letters, and Letters of Interest

• Sample Information Request Letter
• Sample Letter of Interest
• Letter of Interest / Prospecting Letter
• Sample Networking Letter - Requesting a Meeting
• Sample Referral Letter
• Referral Letter Example
• Sample Career Office Referral Cover Letter

Cover Letter Samples - Specific

• Cover Letter Example for Academic Advisor
• Cover Letter Sample: Administration /Business / General
• Cover Letter Sample: Administrative Coordinator
• Cover Letter Sample - Arts
• Cover Letter Sample - Assistant
• Cover Letter Sample - Business / Technical / Referral
• Cover Letter Sample: Administration /Business / General
• Cover Letter Sample - Career Change
• Sample Cover Letter - Career Change / Writing / Marketing
• Cover Letter Example - Communications
• Cover Letter Example - Communications
• Sample Cover Letter - Customer Service
• Cover Letter Sample - eCommerce
• Cover Letter Sample - Education
• Cover Letter Sample - Education / Alternative Education
• Cover Letter Sample - Entry-Level
• Sample Cover Letter - Entry-Level Finance
• Cover Letter Sample - General
• Cover Letter Example - Higher Education Communications
• Sample Internship Cover Letter
• Sample Cover Letter - Part-Time Job
• Sample Cover Letter - Programmer Analyst
• Recent College Graduate Sample
• Sample Research Technician Cover Letter
• Sample Scientific Research Cover Letter
• Sample Cover Letter Teacher
• Cover Letter Teaching Assistant / Tutor
• Cover Letter Technical Support / Help Desk
• Sample Cover Letter - Transportation Planning
• Sample Cover Letter - Web Content Specialist
• Sample Organizer / Administrative Assistant Cover Letter
• Writer / Freelance Cover Letter

Again, it's important not to limit yourself to the ideas presented in these samples, but, do review them for ideas and suggestions. Keeping in mind that your letter should express a high level of interest and knowledge about the job you are interested in. Your cover letter will highlight the most relevant experience from your resume and connect that experience with the position you are applying for.

Your cover letter is your first, and best, chance to sell the hiring manager on your candidacy for employment so make sure it's perfect!

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Please Note: These samples are provided for guidance only. The provided information, including samples and examples, is not guaranteed for accuracy or legality. Letters and other correspondence should be edited to fit your personal situation.