should an endorsement letter be accompanied by a cover letter along with a resume when you apply personally?

Answer 1

i would think a resume is enough unless they clearly state they require coverletter/endoresment letter

Answer 2

It all depends on the nature of position you are applying for. In general, a cover letter is like a sales proposal as to why they should have you come in for an interview and why you are the perfect person for the job. Testimonials are an integral part of several direct response sales letters, so as long as the endorsement is for something that would be appreciated by the potential employer, I'd say it couldn't hurt a bit, and might even help you stand out from the crowd.

If you are applying in person, and they give you the interview, you won't need the cover letter. If they tell you that they'll review your information, then that is the same as mailing it in, so go for it.

When I was a corporate recruiter, I can't think of many people that included an endorsement. Of course, most people were emailing their information, so the format was not as convenient. You might consider saving your cover letter, resume and endorsement letter in a .pdf format for convenient email to prospective employers.

You can contact me directly if you have additional questions about interviewing and resumes.

Answer 3

endorsement letter? do you mean a letter of recommendation? No, usually the references are listed on the application with address, phone and occupation and how long you've known them.

You can send a cover letter along with your resume but make sure the job is still "open" and advertised. Most places of employment these days have either online applications, or you walk into their office and fill out an application online. I'm thinking it's the references (your contacts) and if you meet all the requirements for the job....that gets you the job.

Answer 4

You can include it with your resume if handing the resume in - in person...or if mailing your resume in with a cover-letter, you can either include it OR state in your cover-letter that a personal letter of recommendation (or endorsement) is available upon request.

Either is fine.

Note: No cover-letter is necessary if applying in person..and would be considered redundant. Only use that if sending your resume in.