Cover Letter for Job Application

Tips:

1.      A cover letter is as important as the CV/Resume.

2.      Mention the job or title you are applying for and where you saw the advertisement.

3.      Why the job interests you.

4.      Convince the reader why you are suitable for the job by emphasizing your skills, experience and personal qualities.

5.      For more information see textbook page: 80

Below is a sample cover letter

Sample Cover Letter for a Resume

Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State, Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email

Date

Name
Title
Organization
Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:

Subject: Application for the post of English Assistant Professor

I am interested in the author's assistant position at ABC, as advertised in XXX. I am currently employed as an English teacher at XXXX School. I believe that the skills and experiences I have gained at this position make me an ideal candidate for the job.

In this paragraph, mention about your work experience and your overall skills.

You can mention more about your skills and the works you do in your current company.

I am confident that my experience in teachings and writing skills qualify me for consideration. If you would like, I can provide you with current samples of my work. I have also enclosed my resume. I look forward to meeting with you and discussing my qualifications in more detail.

Sincerely,

Lam Morgan

Resume/CV

Name and Contact Details

Lam Morgan

8826922848

ram@gmail.com

Vasant Vihar Enclave Opposite JNU.

South Delhi 110067

Educational qualifications

Certificate/Degree	Year	Institute	Subjects	Result
Master’s Degree English	2013-2015	Delhi University	English	Passed
Bachelor’s Degree English	2010-2013	Delhi University	English	Passed
Higher Secondary School	2009-2010	Greenwood School	English	Passed

Work Experience

Organisation	Duration	Designation and responsibilities	Reason for leaving
St. Stephen College	1 year	Assistant Professor	Salary Constraint
Jesus and Mary College	1 year	Assistant Professor	Better opportunities elsewhere
St. John College	2 years	Assistant Professor	Better opportunities elsewhere
Hindu College	6 months	Assistant Professor	Low Salary

Declaration

I do hereby declare that that the above statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.