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Covering Letters Print E-mail
Always include a covering letter even if they don't ask for one
This is an important opportunity to persuade the reader to read on.
Covering letter should be tailored to each position and recruiter.
No longer than one side of A4.

Content of a Covering letter
Find a name
Introduce yourself briefly
Which graduate job

Why them?
Explain why you are interested in the graduate job

Why you?
Skills, experience and personal attributes.
Unique selling points.
Requirement of the recruiter.
Concluding comments.
Reaffirm your interest in the role.
Yours sincerely if addressed to a particular name.
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