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The
purpose of a cover letter is to let a potential employer
know what you can do for them and why you feel you
are qualified for a specific position. This letter
of introduction highlights your skills and experience
relevant to the needs of the employer and asks for
consideration or a response.
Cover
letters can provide details of positions and/or projects
that would be difficult to include on a resume. Describe
your skills using concrete examples to provide evidence
of your claims. A change in career direction or a
gap in employment can be addressed in a positive manner.
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It
is important to target a specific position in the
cover letter. Listing several possibilities may indicate
that you are unfocused or desperate. All cover letters
(even ones sent via e-mail) should use standard business
letter format and should be no more than one page
in length.
Every
word on your letter should be directly related to
the purpose of your letter. Do not include personal
information, clichés, or gimmicks as attention
getters. Proofread carefully to insure you have no
errors (facts, spelling, grammar or typographical.)
Resumes
sent with no accompanying cover letter are rarely
given serious consideration. An outstanding cover
letter can attract the attention of a hiring manager
and provide a great introduction for your resume.
The
Career Exploration Office offers the Gray Resume Assistance
Package which includes one-on-one assistance from
a CEO staff member to polish your resume and develop
a cover letter that markets your qualifications to
potential employers. Contact the CEO at 614-292-3503
or careerexploration@osu.edu
or visit our web site (www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org)
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Employers/recruiters
seeking experienced OSU alumni are invited to post
open positions to the Buckeye Job Board
for 30 days at no cost. If you are seeking new career
opportunities, be sure to check out this free online
job posting site! www.careers.ohiostatealumni.org
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