Address the recipient by

his or her title and

surname. If these arent
stated on the job ad, get in
touch and ask. Never say
To whom it may concern.
State clearly which position
you are applying for. If the
job ad gives a reference
number, include it. Very
briefly mention your most
relevant qualification(s) for
the position.
Say why you are applying
to this specific job. An
engineering graduate
recruiter advises: Highlight
briefly why you would be
the right choice for the role
and that you have taken
time to understand the
company. Link the job
requirements to your skills.
The covering letter should
be a chance to add clarity
and detail to certain points
on your CV, explains our
graduate recruiter, adding:
If the candidate has
achieved something
specific on work
placements it is a good
idea to highlight this.
If you have additional,
specific skills that are
relevant to the job,
mention them briefly here.
State your availability
for interview and to start
work.
Yours sincerely is the
correct sign-off for a letter
addressed to a named
individual.

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