How to write a Cover Letter

This section of the List of Interview Questions website discusses cover letters, in particular how to write a cover letter.

Your cover letter should be written to express interest in working with a specific employer or firm. 

When should cover letters be included?

You should include a cover letter when sending your application or resume to an employer through the mail, and put your cover letter into the message area of emails when sending the resume by email.

Cover letters are also used when scheduling informational job interviews.

How to write a cover letter?

Generally, cover letters consist of three components or paragraphs. What each cover letter component or paragraph should contain are discussed. Click here to proceed to how to write a cover letter part 2.

• Components of Cover Letters
• Sample Cover Letters