A cover letter should begin with a personalized interest statement that aligns with the job description. Following this, the body paragraphs should highlight relevant skills and qualifications, using narrative examples to demonstrate how these skills were developed. It is crucial to directly match personal skills with the employer’s needs while illustrating career experiences. The closing section should emphasize key qualifications again and express gratitude for the employer's time, creating a strong call to action for the application process.
This section is your opener and should contain your 'purpose' or interest statement that explains why you would be interested in the job posting or the company. Make sure to reference keywords and statements from the job description.
The body paragraph(s) should contain skills and qualifications related to the job, i.e., provide a narrative example of how your job-related skills were obtained/honed.
Your goal here is to match the skills to the employer's needs. Justify how your career experiences could fit into the position and the organization.
The end paragraph is the closer that would signify a 'call to action' by reiterating an essential qualification for the position you possess and an appreciation for the employer's consideration.
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