Job Search: Sample Cover Resume

A good cover resume can make or break your chances of being considered for a position. A cover resume is the first impression of your qualifications and it is your way of telling the company that why it is worth their time to read your resume. 

What is a cover resume? 

A cover resume is one page summary of your skills and qualifications for a specific position you are applying for. A strongly written cover resume will carry you to the next step in an application process while creating a strong first impression of you. Some private companies require cover resumes to be the part of their application process while others may not require it. In the end having a cover resume will never hurt you in an application.

Below is a template you can use to build your cover resume:

{Month Day, Year} 
{Name of Hiring Manager}
{Title}
{Company Name}
{Street Address}
{City, State Zip Code}

Dear {Mr./Ms. Last Name} , 

This letter is to express my interest in the {Position Listed in Posting} position listed on xxxx.com. Based on my skills in {Skill Listed in Posting} and {Skill Listed in Posting}, I am confident that I would be a great addition to your team.

My resume that highlights my ability/knowledge/expertise in {A Specific Subject Matter} and {A Specific Area or Industry} is enclosed. During my time at {Your Past Company}, I was able to {succeed/save money/save time/increase sales/increase productivity} in {A Specific Area}. {List a specific example relevant to this position, focusing on how you can help the company}

I am excited about the {Position Listed in Posting} position and the ability to help your company succeed. Thank you in advance for your time. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. I would appreciate the opportunity to review my qualifications in more detail and will contact you next {Day of Week}.

Sincerely,

{Name}