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Research the intended recipient thoroughly and understand the nature of the organization’s products or services before you begin writing.
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Keep your letter short, no more than one page. Be brief and concise.
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Prepare a specific letter for each employer.
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When possible, address each employer by name and title.
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Open your letter with a strong sentence that will encourage the potential employer to keep reading.
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Use accomplishment statements to describe your skills and contributions.
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Be sure to demonstrate how you can support the organization rather than how you hope to benefit from the job.
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Tailor your letter to the interests and needs of the person to whom you are writing. Focus on outcomes that will help solve the employer’s problems.
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Ask directly for an interview and indicate when you will call to arrange a suitable time.
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Check carefully for grammatical and typing errors. Have someone else proofread your letter before sending.
