Someone asked for a resume that I dont know what its for. I want to send a cover letter but now sure how to address it
2006-07-07 20:31:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
It's very simple! Just download a template and it'll guide you through. Go to http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/CT063470371033.aspx
If that website is unavailable, go to
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates
and click the "Cover Letters" link under "Your Career"
Oh, you might need to have Microsoft Word to open the template! There are lots of templates to download, so go there and check it out!
2006-07-07 20:36:58 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a bit confused. You say that someone asked for a resume, but you don't know for what job. If someone asked for a resume, then you already know who requested it. That's the person to whom the cover letter should be addressed.
If not, then you can always address it, To Whom It May Concern. The KEY to a cover letter is that it briefly describes why I should hire you.
Basically has 3 or 4 paragraphs:
Paragraph 1: What kind of work you're seeking and the fact that you've included your resume.
Paragraph 2, maybe 2 and 3: What you can do for me and the reason why I would hire you over anybody else. Short and sweet! The resume gives me more in-depth info about your skills and experience.
Paragraph 3 or 4: Your willingness to come for an interview, discuss your desire for employment in more detail, and how you can be contacted.
Last paragraph: The thank-you for taking time to consider your employment application.
That's it!
2006-07-07 21:20:41 · answer #2 · answered by msoexpert 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you can find out the name of the person who will looking at your resume then address it to him or her.
Otherwise address to the HR department - use "To Whom It May Concern" as a last ditch effort.
You can download a free ebook - "Top 10 Secrets to the World's Greatest Cover Letter" at the link below.
Plus there is an example of a cover letter
http://www.effective-resume-writing.com/resume-cover-letters.html
2006-07-07 20:42:57 · answer #3 · answered by JLMelvin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cover letter isn't required in all situations. If you feel that it is important to send a cover letter, I would ask the person for more details.
If that's not possible, you can create a generic cover letter that consists of a few paragraphs that highlight whatever you consider to be your best skills. You can address it to Whom it may concern, or dear sir or madam.
2006-07-07 20:39:43 · answer #4 · answered by Amy J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Say..I have read up on your company and would like you to have my resume on file for any positions that are open or become open.
2006-07-07 20:37:10 · answer #5 · answered by cindycara 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try www.bestcoverletters.com. It has examples for different types.
2006-07-07 20:35:21 · answer #6 · answered by Princess 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋