I have an assignment which is to create a resume and a cover letter to go with it (for a summer job). I'm stuck on my cover letter because I don't have a lot to write. So if anyone has a suggestion of what to write please post ^^ plzthx.
2007-01-06 09:46:18 · 7 answers · asked by purpleglowstick 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Sure you do, your experience might not have been formal, or paid, but it is experience. Your school work, as it would affect any job first, then leave room for school studies that would affect whatever specific job.
Play up all of the positives, it is the truth after all, and one thing the Boss likes to see is that you know what IS positive, and you have enough ambition to achieve it. Don't bother with negatives, the Boss doesn't need to know what you can't do, he is looking for whatever you CAN do.
Look at yourself the way you believe the Boss would look at you.
Picture yourself as the owner of a business, you have X amount of job openings for the summer, you probably have 3X amount of applicants for these jobs. Try to think what he wants the most and how your experiences meet that need. Then what he needs the second most, and the third. If you lay it out in that order, then he also knows that you are trying to meet the needs of his workplace.
He is in business to make money, so you need to let him know that you can make the money for him.
2007-01-06 10:00:36 · answer #1 · answered by brotherjonah 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Depending on your situation and which kind of job perhaps too, you could emphasize the potential positive aspects of having no prior experience: you have not gotten bad work habits from a previous place, you're open to this company's work approach with no prejudiced bagage, you have a degree fresh in hand and know about the latest theories / developments within the field....etc. Good luck.
2007-01-06 10:02:13 · answer #2 · answered by Maria 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cover letter should mostly follow this format...
INTEREST : What you're seeking with that company
EXPERIENCE : What you have to offer
QUALIFICATIONS : Your education
Final paragraph is always thanking the recruiter for taking time to read your cover letter and an look forward to hearing from you soon with contact details.
Make sure your cover letter consists of neat paragraphs, punchy and to the point. Anything long winded just loses the recruiters attention.
2007-01-06 09:51:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I put hobbies and intrests there. I am retired now, but I use to see that alot when I was hireing people. And yes,I norfmally hired theone with the most interesting if not entertaining hobby or story.
2007-01-06 09:57:33 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put your name, address & phone & the position for which you are applying in what company. Date it. Then follow with your resume' on the next page.
2007-01-06 09:55:18 · answer #5 · answered by Da Bomb 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have no previous experience in the field but I am exited to get to work at your -compliment- -workplace-, and I sincerely wish you give me a chance.
2007-01-06 09:48:49 · answer #6 · answered by utlcutl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
whilst i`m not experianced, more than willing to learn if you would be willing to train me and i`d be willing to do my best. how can i help?? what can i do to help your company more profit able/ successful??
2007-01-06 09:58:35 · answer #7 · answered by robert r 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋