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Cover Letter Writing

Your cover letter should make the reader want to review your resumé. You want to introduce yourself and present your experience in a way that will convince the employer that you are the ideal candidate for a position. For any professional application, a cover letter must be included and each letter should be customized to the job.

Writing the perfect cover letter

Here's some helpful advice on how to write an effective cover letter.

UNB Student Employment Service has also developed an online cover letter builder.

Workshops

“Professional Resume and Cover Letter Writing”.

The Student Employment Service offers this one-hour workshop several times a month during the academic year. Register for upcoming workshops.

Personalized Professional Advice

Get one-on-one help creating a targeted cover letter that highlights your job specific and transferable skills. Make an appointment at the Student Employment Service.

Other Resources

Visit the Career Resource Center at Counselling Services in the CC Jones Student Services Centre to review employment readiness books and resources.