cover letter
noun
US
: a letter that is sent with something to explain the reason for it or to give more information about it
Always include a cover letter with your résumé.
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View your cover letter as a complementary document that provides context and depth without cluttering your resume.
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Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
During these workshops, attendees will receive support with resume building, cover letter preparation, interview skills and more.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Day 2: Do a complete revamp of your resume, LinkedIn profile, cover letter template, and portfolio.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Provide specific examples of your achievements in the cover letter.
LinkedIn profile: Use your LinkedIn headline and summary to highlight your strengths.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
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Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
During these workshops, attendees will receive support with resume building, cover letter preparation, interview skills and more.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Day 2: Do a complete revamp of your resume, LinkedIn profile, cover letter template, and portfolio.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
Provide specific examples of your achievements in the cover letter.
LinkedIn profile: Use your LinkedIn headline and summary to highlight your strengths.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cover letter
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“Cover letter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cover%20letter. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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