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Cover Letter

The purpose of the cover letter is to introduce yourself to an organization, demonstrate your interest in the company or a specific position, draw attention to your resume and motivate the reader to interview you. Often this letter is the first contact you have with an employer.

Click here to view a sample cover letter.

Click here for guidelines on how to write a successful cover letter and click here for important additional tips.


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