Another Test

Greeting

Try to address your cover letter to a person. If there is no specific name, use "Dear Search Committee,", "Dear Hiring Manager," or "To Whom it May Concern:"

Beginning Paragraph

Introduce yourself and express your interest in the position. Possible subjects include:

• Who you are - year in school, university, major.
• The specific job title.
• How you heard about the job and, if appropriate, the person who told you about it.
• Why you're interested in the position (be specific!).
• Why you're qualified. This should be a brief one sentence summary of why you are a good fit for the position (similar to a thesis statement).

Middle Paragraph(s)

Describe 1-3 of your experiences/projects that show your job-specific skills and qualifications. Make sure to:

• Show how you make a good fit with the position/organization.
• Focus on what you will bring to the organization and why they should hire you. Go into more detail then your resume - don’t just restate your bullets.
• Break up the paragraph into smaller sections if it is too big. Smaller paragraphs are more readable.

Ending/Summarizing Paragraph

Final interest and fit statement in which you:

• Include your availability, and how you will follow through with the application. Tell the reader what is the best way to reach you and how to reach you.
• Thank the employer for their consideration.
• Add any other practical remarks - e.g. if you have not completed a certification yet but are scheduled to take the exam, or if you will be relocating or will be visiting the area soon