Sample application letter format

Contact Information
Name
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number
Email Address
Date
Employer Contact Information (if you have it)
Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Salutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name, (leave out if you don't have a contact)
Body of Application Letter
The body of your application letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the
employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.
First Paragraph
The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the job
you are applying for and where you found the job listing. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you
have one.
Middle Paragraph(s)
The next section of your application letter should describe what you have to offer the employer.
Mention specifically how your qualifications match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are
interpreting your resume, not repeating it.
Final Paragraph
Conclude your application letter by thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Include
information on how you will follow-up.
Complimentary Close
Sincerely,
Signature

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Contact Information
The first section of your letter should include information on how the employer can contact you. If you
have contact information for the employer, include that. Otherwise, just list your information.
Your Personal Information
FirstName LastName
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number
Email Address
Date
Employer Contact Information
Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Salutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name or Dear Hiring Manager:
Applicaton Letter Content
Your application letter will the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer
should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.
First Paragraph:
The first paragraph of your job application letter should include information on why you are writing.
Mention the job you are applying for and where you found the position. If you have a contact at the
company, include it.
Middle Paragraphs:
The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the company. Make strong
connections between your abilities and the requirements listed in the job posting. Mention specifically
how your skills and experience match the job. Expand on the information in your resume, don't just
repeat 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 application 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 may want to reduce the time between sending out your resume and follow up if you fax
or email it.
Complimentary Close:
Sincerely,
Signature

Cover Letter Template

Contact Information
The first section of your cover letter should include information on how the employer can contact you.
If you have contact information for the employer, include that. Otherwise, just list your information.
Your Contact Information
Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email Address
Date
Employer Contact Information
Name
Title
Company
Address
City, State, Zip Code
Salutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:
Body of Cover Letter

The body of your cover letter lets the employer know what position you are applying for, why the
employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.
First Paragraph:
The first paragraph of your letter should include information on why you are writing. Mention the
position you are applying for. Include the name of a mutual contact, if you have one. Be clear and
concise regarding your request. Convince the reader that they should grant the interview or
appointment you requested in the first paragraph.
Middle Paragraphs:
The next section of your cover letter should describe what you have to offer the employer. 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 may want to reduce the time between sending out your resume and follow up if you fax
or e-mail it.
Complimentary Close:
Respectfully yours,
Signature:
Handwritten Signature (for a hard copy letter)
Typed Signature

Resume Template
Template for Resume Writing
By Alison Doyle

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The following resume template lists the information you need to include on your resume. Use the
template to generate a list of information to include on your resume, then compile the details to
format your resume into a customized resume to send to employers.
Resume Template
Contact Information
The first section of your resume should include information on how the employer can contact you.
First Last Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip
Phone (Cell/Home)
Email Address
Objective (optional)
What do you want to do? If you include this section it should be a sentence or two about your
employment goals. A customized objective that describes why you are the perfect candidate for the
job can help your resume stand out from the competition.
Career Highlights / Qualifications / Profile(optional)
A customized section of your resume that lists key achievements, skills, traits, and experience relevant
to the position for which you are applying can serve dual purposes. It highlights your relevant
experience and lets the prospective employer know that you have taken the time to create a resume
that shows how you are qualified for the job.
Experience
This section of your resume includes your work history. List the companies you worked for, dates of
employment, the positions you held and a bulleted list of responsibilities and achievements.
Company #1
City, State
Dates Worked
Job Title
Responsibilities / Achievements
Company #2
City, State
Dates Worked
Job Title
Responsibilities / Achievements
Education
In the education section of your resume, list the colleges you attended, the degrees you attained, and
any special awards and honors you earned.
College, Degree
Awards, Honors

Skills
Include skills related to the position / career field that you are applying for i.e. computer skills,
language skills.
References
There is no need to include references on your resume. Rather, have a separate list of references to
give to employers upon request.
Note:
Resume Format
Review the best resume format for writing your resume.
Review Resume Samples
Review sample resumes so you can incorporate your resume template information into an appropriate
format.
Microsoft Resume Templates
Download a free resume template to create your resume or use the templates available in Microsoft
Word.
Customize Your Resume
In all cases, be sure to personalize and customize your resume so it reflects your skills and abilities
and connects them with the jobs you are applying for.

Curriculum Vitae Template

Template for a Curriculum Vitae (CV)
By Alison Doyle

A Curriculum Vitae, commonly referred to as CV, includes a summary of your educational and
academic backgrounds as well as teaching and research experience, publications, presentations,
awards, honors, and affiliations.
International employers often expect to read the type of personal information on a curriculum vitae
that would not be included on an American resume. When writing a CV for graduate school or
academia the personal information included in this curriculum vitae template would be omitted.
The following template will give you an example of what to include in your CV and shows the
appropriate format for a curriculum vitae.
Curriculum Vitae Template
CONTACT INFORMATION
Name
Address
Telephone

Cell Phone
Email
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Citizenship
Visa Status
Sex
Optional Personal Information:
Marital Status
Spouse's Name
Children
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
List in chronological order, include position details and dates
Work History
Academic Positions
Research and Training
EDUCATION
Include dates, majors, and details of degrees, training and certification
High School
University
Graduate School
Post-Doctoral Training
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Certifications and Accreditations
Computer Skills
AWARDS
PUBLICATIONS
BOOKS
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
INTERESTS
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