Cover Letter

Is attaching a cover letter with your resume really important?

Information Planet believes that when a cover letter is attached to a resume, the chances to get an interview increase substantially.
The main aim of the cover letter is to give a brief introduction of yourself. After reading the cover letter, employers will know a little bit about yourself and your strengths and the position you are applying for.

How to do a cover letter?

First Paragraph:

Should include information such as, your name and the position you are applying for

Middle Paragraphs:

This section describes what you have to offer the employer
You need to convince the employer that they want to read further and know more about you
Make strong connections between your abilities and their needs
Mention specifically how your skills and experience match the job you are applying for.
Remember, you are interpreting your resume, not repeating it.
Try to support each statement you make with a piece of evidence.
Use several shorter paragraphs or bullets rather than one large block of text.

Final Paragraph:

Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position.
Include information on how you will follow-up.
State that you will do so and indicate when (one week's time is typical).
You can follow up by fax/email/call

Check below our template:

To whom Your Name Name Your Address

Address Your Tel.:

Your E-mail:

To whom it may concern,

I am a student looking for an interesting and challenging part- time job while I am studying in Australia.

As my CV shows, I already have gained some/ a lot/ work experience. In the past my experience was focused on marketing/ hospitality/customer service/ sales. In these jobs, I learned how to adapt to customers’ expectations and deal with a wide spectrum of different people. I have also completed my studies in my home country as ___________________.

Due to my career ambition to work in the Hospitality industry/ customer service, I am highly motivated to fulfill a challenging role in this field.

With my attention to detail and being driven to work hard I can offer efficient support to your team.

I consider myself to be a quick learner, open-minded and very responsible. I also pride myself on being creative, eager to learn, motivated and flexible.

If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.

I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Yours Faithfully,

Your Name

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