Comprehensive Guide for Cover Letters, References, and Job Applications
This comprehensive guide provides students with a starting point for creating effective cover letters and reference lists. It includes tips on structuring cover letters, examples for reference pages, and guidance on personal and professional references. The presentation also offers contact information for further assistance in obtaining sample reference lists and cover letters.
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COVER LETTER AND REFERENCES This is a basic presentation designed to give students a starting point for creating their cover letters and list of references. Note: If you are using a screen reader, a narration transcript link is provided on slides in which narration occurs. For full functionality, view in Slide Show mode.
Cover Letter. Link: Narration Transcript. Consists of three paragraphs. 1. Why you are writing How you heard about the job. 2. What you have to offer this company What makes you a good fit for the position. 3. When you will follow up. Address to an individual (if possible). Include job title and reference number. Do not request that an employer call you. Demonstrate company knowledge.
Cover Letter Example. Susan S. Success 123 Victory Lane Hampton, VA 11111 (123) 465-7890 susansuccess@gmail.com Link: Narration Transcript. January 1, 2016 Mr. John Doe Automation Manager Wilcox Company Hampton, VA 11111 Dear Mr. Doe, First Paragraph: Introduce yourself, why are you writing, name of position, type of work you seek. Second Paragraph: Relevant skills; Why do you want to work for this employer? How will you benefit this employer? Third Paragraph: Closing, Thank you, Contact information. Sincerely, Signature Susan S. Success Susan S. Success
References. Link: Narration Transcript. Minimum of Three References: One Personal and Two Professional. No Family Members. Name. Job Title. Employer. Address. Relationship. Number of Years Known. Phone. E-mail.
Example of a Partial Reference Page. JAMES DOE 1234 Alphabet Drive Norfolk, VA 23455 (757) 555-1234 doej@gmail.com Link: Narration Transcript. REFERENCES: Michelle Johnson Team Member Papa John s Pizza 7359 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 12345 (757) 444-4444 johnsonm@cox.net Former Co-worker James Kenney Personal Friend Captain USN (Ret) 2 Circle Street Denver, Colorado 09876 (757) 999-9999 jkenney24@aol.com Known for 5 years
For detailed information or to receive sample reference lists or sample cover letters, please contact Ms. Bullock. Ms. Bullock 757-825-3584 bullockm@tncc.edu
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