Writing a Cover Letter

Group 2
 ● Tumagan, Armando

● Del Carmen, Reynald

● Quimpo, Eduardo

Members ● Magsino, Perlito

● Miranda, Michael

● Aringo, Roedson

● Francisco, Roniel
Purpose and Essential
Parts of a Cover
Letter
 Purpose and Essential Parts of a Cover Letter

The purpose of a cover letter is to introduce yourself to a

potential employer, explain why you are interested in the job, and
highlight your qualifications and skills. A cover letter should
always be tailored to the specific job you are applying for and
should not simply restate the information in your resume.
 Purpose and Essential Parts of a Cover Letter

The essential parts of a cover letter include:

● Header: includes your name, address, phone number, and
email address
● Date: the date you are sending the letter
● Employer's Contact Information: includes the name, title,
company, and address of the person you are sending the letter
to
● Salutation: a formal greeting to the employer
 Purpose and Essential Parts of a Cover Letter

● Introduction: an opening paragraph that states the job you are

applying for and how you found out about the job
● Body Paragraphs: one to two paragraphs that highlight your
qualifications, skills, and experiences that make you the best
candidate for the job
● Closing Paragraph: a brief summary of your qualifications and a
request for an interview
● Closing: a formal closing, such as "Sincerely," followed by your
name and signature.
Evaluating Authentic
Cover Letter Samples
Evaluating Authentic Cover Letter Samples

Now that we have discussed the purpose and essential parts

of a cover letter, let's evaluate some authentic cover letter
samples using a rubric. A rubric is a tool used to evaluate the
quality of a piece of work based on specific criteria. For
cover letters, we will use the following criteria:
 Evaluating Authentic Cover Letter

● Relevance to the job posting /5

● Clear and concise writing /5
● Use of keywords and action verbs /5
● Specific examples of skills and experiences /5
● Professional tone and formatting /5
Example
of a
Cover
Letter
Preparing a Customized
Cover Letter
 Preparing a Customized Cover Letter

Finally, let's discuss how to prepare a customized cover letter

that is matched to the job posting and your resume. Here are the
steps to follow:
● Read the job posting carefully and identify the key skills
and experiences required for the job
● Review your resume and identify the skills and experiences
that match the job requirements
 Preparing a Customized Cover Letter

● Highlight your relevant experience and skills that match the

requirements of the job posting.
● Use specific examples and quantify your accomplishments.
● Address the letter to the hiring manager or recruiter by name
if possible.
Conclusion

In summary, a cover letter is an important part of the job

application process. By understanding its purpose and
identifying its essential parts, evaluating authentic cover
letter samples using a rubric, and preparing a customized
cover letter that is matched to the job posting and to your
resume, you can increase your chances of landing