I'm looking for jobs in childcare, and have a VERY detailed resume of education and experience. When I apply online, sometimes there's no way to add a cover letter...will they pass over my resume without one?
2007-10-25 09:54:37 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Food Service
Yes. It shows you want the job enough that you are willing to go the extra mile and write a cover letter, which shows that you put the effort in!
Make sure the cover letter is specific to the job and comapny you are applying for, and whilst not reciting your CV, using parts of your CV to keep the employer interested in you and make you stand out from the rest of the crowd.
2007-10-25 09:59:34 · answer #1 · answered by atomixandie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its not necessary, but it helps you get the job. Although resumes can now be easily modified for each job you are applying for, a cover letter adds another layer of professionalism. You should highlight experiences, interests, education or whatever seems appropriate for the specific position you are applying for. You also want to make sure it is well written, concise and clean looking. Put your best foot forward on your cover letter. Some recruiters read the cover letter first. If it good they move on to the resume. Some don't even look at a resume without a cover letter. In my experience, applicants who provided a cover letter were much better suited for the open positions I had. Note: It is also a good idea to send a thank you letter after an interview. In the thank you letter you can (again) highlight anything that seems important to the recruiter and add items that you may have missed during the interview.
2016-04-10 05:14:08 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It isn't a legal requirement or anything, but is pretty standard. I have seen a few resumes come in without cover letters, but the person almost always includes a cover letter. If you are applying online and the system doesn't give you a place to put in a cover letter, then no it isn't necessary.
2007-10-25 10:37:38 · answer #3 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Call the place and ask if you can fax/e-mail your application instead.
2007-10-25 10:08:47 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not if the person you are writing it for can't read.
2007-10-25 09:57:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋