Cover Letters: Beyond the Basics
Ellen, Business & Career Center, Business & Career Center
Cover Letter Writing: Beyond the Basics “Is a cover letter really necessary?” “If I am sending the resume, why do I have to send a cover letter too? Doesn't the resume have all the information the employer needs?” “Do employers actually read cover letters?” “What is a cover letter for, anyway?” Cover letter writing can be mysterious and confusing, and job seekers are often unclear on what would make a cover letter “excellent” as opposed to just “OK”. First, you want to keep in mind the purpose of the cover letter (along with the resume, as they are usually submitted together): to…