Careers Advice
Writing a cover letter
Posted on 21 June 2023 by Global Connections
A cover letter doesn't just support your CV – it's an opportunity for you to stand out, to signpost your strengths and explain why you are one of the best candidates applying for the job.
How to write a cover letter
The best short video on the subject, from Guardian jobs - outlining tone of voice, content and other helpful tips.
4 of the best resources
- Covering letter no-nos - by avoiding these things, you can create a covering letter that stands out from the crowd.
- Three excellent cover letter examples - if you need some inspiration on what to include and what format to use, here are some helpful guides.
- Write a cover letter that makes recruiters smile- a comprehensive set of tips to help you produce the cover letter that does more than catch a recruiter’s eye.
- Cover letter template - a helpful template from Guardian Jobs to get you started.
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