The Purpose of the Cover Letter
A cover letter is used to briefly expand upon the skills and experiences in your resume and to link them to the position that you are applying for. They are one page and targeted to the specific position you are applying for and directed to the company offering the position. When employers read your cover letter, they are evaluating your writing ability, so spell checking and proofreading are critical.
Why Cover Letters?
Showcase your writing style & ability.
Tells the employer why you are uniquely qualified for the position.
Opportunity to describe related skills & achievements in more detail.
Cover Letter Templates
Need a Review?
Once you have utilized the above resources to craft and revise your cover letter, you can send it to our office for a review. To submit your cover letter, send an email with your cover letter attached (in Microsoft Word format) to careers@wgu.edu.
