2024年6月28日 · If you're applying for jobs, you may not be sure when a cover letter is necessary. In this article, we explain what a cover letter is, if a cover letter is necessary, what to include in a cover letter, why a cover letter is important and what to do before you submit your cover letter.

2024年12月17日 · Yes, cover letters are necessary in 2025. A good cover letter can provide context for your application and set you apart from other candidates. If you’re not entirely sure what a cover letter is or why you need one, don’t worry.

2024年8月15日 · A cover letter gives you the chance to highlight anything on your resume in more detail, as well as to point out your special qualifications for the open position. A resume documents your skills, education and experience. With a cover letter, you can make the connection between the resume and the job.

2025年1月17日 · Short answer: yes, you should submit a cover letter alongside your resume. Here’s why: Most job openings require you to submit a cover letter. Recruiters might not have the time to read ALL the cover letters they receive, but they will definitely read cover letters if they’re on the fence for a candidate.

2024年11月5日 · Cover letters can help you show your human side to potential employers. Explore the purpose of a cover letter, whether you should always include one, and if cover letters are necessary when applying for work.

2025年1月7日 · Cover letters offer a unique opportunity to personalize your job application and add context to your resume skills and work experience. Here are a few reasons why they’re important: Personalization: A cover letter lets you directly address the employer, showing that you’ve researched the company and are genuinely interested in the position.

2024年2月12日 · In this article, we review what a cover letter is, discuss why you need a cover letter, list key items to include and answer other questions regarding when you should update your cover letter and tailor it to a job description. Related: …

2024年6月18日 · In this article, we explain why a cover letter is necessary for a job application, explore situations where it may be mandatory or unnecessary to send one, and provide some helpful tips to note while writing your cover letter.

2024年12月19日 · Do you need a cover letter? A cover letter is important and required if the job offer requires a cover letter, the employer, hiring manager, or recruiter requests one, you’re applying directly to a person and know their name, or someone has referred you for the position.

2024年12月19日 · For jobs with a direct application process (for instance through an email), a cover letter is required 64% of the time. For vacancies advertised via automated online tools (e.g. job boards such as Indeed, or internal career sites), 61% recruiters require cover letters. Should you send a cover letter if it’s optional?