Killarney Library Learning Commons

Resumes

COVER LETTERS 
SAMPLE 
To download this resume, click the link above, select File tab 
> Download As > Microsoft Word
 Cover Letter SAMPLE - With Tips    Letter Without Tips

                  Please DO NOT COPY other cover letters- use your own words!          
                              DO's
  • Max length: 1-2 pages 
  • Write in point form 
  • Use bullets (except for objective)
  • Write your name in a larger text at top 
  • Leave plenty of margin around the text  
  • Use good quality, white or cream paper 
  • Focus on content, layout & clarity   
  • Ask at least two people to proofread your text  
  • Write references available on request at the end 


Remember, a resume is your first impression - make it count!  
 
Goal 1: To have your resume singled out from the competition

Goal 2:  To get an interview 
                          DON'TS 
  • Do not include your age, gender or grade 
  • Do not include references on same page as your resume        (for privacy issues)    
  • Do not rely on your computer spell check 
  • Do not include your SIN (Social Insurance #)  
  • Do not use more than two different font styles 
  • Do not use the word"I" or a photo in a resume  

 

 
                          DO's
  • Have someone who reads and writes English well proofread it
  • Customize your cover letter for every position you apply for
  • Address your cover   letter using the employer’s name whenever possible
  • Only include skills and experience relevant to the position you are applying for
  • Express your interest in working for the company
  • Keep fonts/style consistent with your resume and reference sheet
                        DON’Ts
  • Repeat all the information from your resume
  • Write the word “cover letter” at the top of the letter
  • Write more than one page
  • Rely on spellcheck
  • Use “To Whom It May Concern”
  • Use “I” too much at the beginning of a sentence

 



2 short videos on writing cover letters:  

http://www.monkeysee.com/play/22517-how-to-write-an-engaging-cover-letter 
 
http://www.monkeysee.com/play/3623-what-do-i-put-in-my-cover-letter-without-repeating-my-resume 
 
 Please come see Ms. North during i-Time (library) or Mrs.Virani (A204)
during the day in your spare block (before it's due!) if you want extra help.