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Nguyễn Thị Mỹ Hà B1909224

Đỗ Quỳnh Hương B1908971
Trần Thị Mỹ Lý B1909235
Trịnh Minh Nguyệt B1909113
Ngô Hồng Nhung B1909245
Trần Phương Quyên B1909253
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Cover letter Curriculum vitae

Cover Letter
 Header

Salutation

Body

Sign off
 Components

1. Header Header
2. Salutation
3. Body(3 paragraphs) Salutation

4. Sign off
Body

Sign off
 Header
○ Personal information

(Name, Address, Phone Number,

Email)

○ Date
○ Company's detail

(Contact Person's Name, Title,

Employer, and Address)
 Salutation
1. When you have a contact person
○ Dear + Mr./ Mrs./ Ms./ Dr. Professional + [First name, Last
name ]
○ Dear + Mr./ Mrs./ Ms./ Dr. Professional + [Last name]
2. If you cannot find the hiring manager’s name,you customize
your cover letter salutation to the team or department you’re
applying for:
○ “Dear Accounting Director,” or “Dear Accounting Team,” or
“Dear Hiring Manager,”.
 Body
● First Paragraph - The “Intro” paragraph:
The Purpose - Why are you writing?
● Middle Paragraph - The “Hard Sell” paragraph:
Prove how qualified you are.
Reference the job posting.
● Last Paragraph - The “Action” paragraph
Thank the hiring manager and express interest in an interview.
 The “Intro” Paragraph
● Grab the hiring manager’s attention
● Provide a self-introduction
● List the position you’re applying for
● Describe where you found the job posting
For example:
My name is ... I’m applying for the position of dental assistant at Sage Dental.
I noticed your job posting on Indeed and am happy to say that my 4 years of
dental assistant experience matches your clinic’s needs perfectly.
 The “Hard Sell” Paragraph
● Cite specific accomplishments relevant to the job description.
● Highlight special skills, experience and background which might not appear on your résumé
(projects, coursework, collaborations).
● Avoid retelling what’s already on your résumé.
For example:
In addition to experience as a diesel mechanic, I have an excellent knowledge of gasoline engines
and electric systems, and I hold a CDL drivers license. Most recently, I worked for Trailer Transfer
in Middletown and had been promoted as their lead diesel mechanic after 6 months working as an
intern. While I was there, I developed a training program for new hires. However, I had to leave my
job due to a move to your city.
 The “Action” Paragraph
● Mention what is enclosed (résumé, samples digital portfolio)
● Indicate your interest in an interview, an opportunity to have your portfolio
reviewed (whatever applies)
● Specify how to reach you
● Clarify when you will follow–up with a phone call (and then follow- through)
For example:
Thank you for considering my application. Please find attached résumé below. I’d love to join the
team at [Clinic Name]. I’m looking forward to having a more detailed discussion with you about
how I can join your team and help you achieve your goals. Feel free to contact me at (555) 047-
1701 or matthew.clearly@mail.com.
 Sign off
7 best cover letter sign-offs to use

● Sincerely
● Best
● Regards
● Thank you
● Respectfully
● Kind regards
● Best regards
 Layout and design
● Font - Times New Roman or Arial. It should be 12pt or slightly bigger.

● Heading – Always use a professional format of heading, which includes

your name and contact info, the date of writing, and the contact info for the
person you’re writing to.

● Spacing – You want to single space the body of your cover letter, but leave
spaces between the heading, the greeting, each paragraph, and your sign-off.

● Length – 250-400 words.

Curriculum
Vitae(CV)
 KEY STRUCTURES
COMPONENTS

1. Personal details
- Use phrases rather than full
2. Profile
3. Employment history
sentences
4. Educational qualifications
5. Key skills - Prefer parallel structures
6. Key achievements
7. Referees
 Personal details
Some basic information about who you are and how you can
be contacted.
➣ First and last name
➣ Address
➣ Telephone number/mobile
➣ Email address
➣ Optional: health, date of birth, licence, citizenship
 Profile
A snapshot of your experience, skills and abilities relevant to the
position.
 Employment history

➢ Job title;
➢ Company name and location;
➢ Dates of employment; and
➢ Duties
 Educational qualifications

⏩University degrees ⏩Workshops, seminars or conferences

⏩ Certifications ⏩Other professional training
⏩Short training courses ⏩Licenses and accreditation
 Key skills

❖ Outline specific abilities, skills and experience

❖ List all the skills that you have acquired from work
❖ List any licenses or special qualifications
 Key achievements
Highlight anything you are extremely proud to have
achieved in your career.
 Referees
Referees provide details on your experience and can
comment on your personal qualities to a potential employer.
The information is required as follows:
➣ Referees name;
➣ Job title;
➣ Employer; and
➣ Contact details, eg phone/mobile/email.
CV
SAMPLES
 Employment history
Personal
details

Profile

Key skills Educational

qualifications

Languages
References
Hobbies
Profile

Personal details

Employment
history

Education

Key skills
 Thanks!

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