Title: Competency Assessment: (U3 M1) Cover Letter
Course: SkillsCom_DEV PBM 110 17.0 > Section: Unit 3 Module 1- Inquiry & Cover Letters

Instructions:

Research an actual job listing for which you are qualified.

Assignment:

1. Write a well-written, one- to two-page formal cover letter to apply for this position.

- Assume that your resume will be attached. NOTE: Just because your resume will be attached, don’t make the mistake of thinking that your resume should do all the work; if it’s important, be sure to discuss it in your cover letter because there’s no guarantee that your reader will actually even look at your resume. Part of your task in writing a cover letter is to keep your reader interested.
- Be sure to include the following:
  - Explain how/where you learned of the position
  - Specify what you want (e.g., summer internship, a permanent position upon graduation, a mid-career promotion, etc.)
  - Highlight key areas of your education, training, and/or professional experience
  - Be as specific as possible, using examples
  - Use language that is professional and polite

The following two documents are example cover letters, one focused on education and one on work experience.

Education Cover Letter (PDF)

Work Experience Cover Letter (PDF)

2. Submit your finished letter as an MS Word document. You do NOT need to send your letter to your researched company.