Cover Letters

Why are cover letters important, and how can you write them well? Use our resources to learn how to structure your cover letter, determine what to include, and connect your experience to the employer’s needs.

Resources

Sample Cover Letters

These sample cover letters will help you get started and give you an idea of what to include in your own letters!

How and Why to Write a Great Cover Letter

A cover letter is a one-page business letter that you submit when applying to a job, along with your resume. As a piece of persuasive writing, your cover letter will aim to convey to the employer why you’re a great candidate for the role. What is the purpose of a...

Tips on Providing a Quality Writing Sample

Employers may ask you to provide writing samples as part of your job or internship application. A writing sample provides an employer with an example of how you organize and express your thoughts. The purpose is to convince an employer you can create the kind of written materials and handle the...

In the Know

January 17, 2024

Employer Skills Design Your Next Steps Workshops

Last semester, the Center for Career Education partnered with employers across industries as part of CCE’s Design Your Next Steps workshop series, to help students gain practical skills for engagement with employers and alumni. Fall Employer Workshops: Consulting Case Study Workshop with OC&C...