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General application
Use for most job posts when you meet the main requirements.
I am writing to apply for the [Job Title] role at [Company]. Your post asks for [key requirement], and that is the work I have done for the past [number] years at [Current or Last Employer].
In my last role I [result with a number: for example, cut report time from two days to two hours]. I did this by [what you did]. I would bring the same approach to [a problem named in the job post].
I would welcome a short call to talk about how I can help [Company] with [goal]. Thank you for your time.
Career change
Use when your past jobs are in another field but your skills carry over.
I am applying for the [Job Title] role at [Company]. My background is in [old field], and I am moving into [new field] because [honest reason].
The skills I bring over are [skill one] and [skill two]. For example, at [Employer] I [result with a number]. In the last [months] I also [course, project or volunteer work that shows the new skill].
I understand I am not the usual candidate. I would like the chance to show you what I can do in [a first task named in the post]. Thank you for considering me.
Recent graduate
Use for a first job or an internship with little work history.
I am a recent [degree] graduate from [School], and I am applying for the [Job Title] role at [Company].
During my studies I [project, thesis or society role with a number]. I also [part-time job or internship] where I [result]. These taught me [skill named in the job post].
I would be glad to learn from your team and add value from my first week. Thank you for reading my application.
How to write a good cover letter
- Name the job and the company in the first line.
- Pick two things from the job post and show each with one example and one number.
- Keep it to one page. Cut every sentence that could appear in anyone's letter.
- End with a clear, polite next step.
Next, tailor your resume with the resume and job post match check, or start from a resume example.
Questions
How long should a cover letter be?
Keep it to one page: three short paragraphs and a closing line. Hiring managers read it fast.
Do I need a cover letter?
If the post asks for one, yes. If it is optional, a short, specific letter can help you stand out.
Is the cover letter builder free?
Yes. Make-CV is free, with no ads and no paid plan. You can start as a guest.
Should I use AI to write it?
AI can help with a first draft or with wording. Check every claim and add your own numbers. The letter must be true and sound like you.