1. You should send a cover letter with your resume
How to write a
Cover letter
You should send a cover letter with your resume
* The recruiter probably won’t even read your resume if they don’t like the cover letter.

2. Cover letter structure
Give students activities to do.

3. Cover letter template
Give students activities to do.

4. Cover letter layout Greeting Reason for writing
Dear Sir/Madam,
With reference to your advertisement on the JobFinders.com website, I am interested in applying for the post of tour leader for Italian school students.
I am 26 years old and am currently studying for a degree in
I feel that I would be well-suited for this job as………………………………………………………..
I would be grateful if you would consider my application…………………………………….
You can me or telephone me on the number below.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours faithfully, use ‘Yours sincerely,’ (If you know the recipient’s name)
*This is preferable
Michael Satterthwaite
Reason for writing
Your background and experience
The job
Final comments
Give students activities to do.
Standard final sentence
and formal ending

5. Tips for writing your cover letter
Do not write more than 1 side of A4 paper. However, if you’re responding to an advertised opportunity, make sure you follow the instructions provided.
The writing style should be professional, using terminology that is appropriate to the organisation and position you’re applying for. Check your spelling and grammar carefully.
Try to limit the number of sentences beginning with ‘I’, as this can become repetitive after a while and won’t convince a reader that you are capable of communicating effectively in writing.
Try to use plain, clear language. Avoid using overly emotional language such as ‘passionate about’ and ‘love to’ in your letter. Other terms such as ‘enthusiastic’ or ‘committed’ are probably better.
Use powerful words such as ‘contributed’, ‘influenced’, ‘managed’ and ‘negotiated’, which are proactive and indicate that you have the initiative and ability to make things happen.
Give students activities to do.

6. The next step is to prepare for your job interview.
If you have followed the steps correctly, you should now have a good, professionally presented resume and cover letter.
Congratulations!
The next step is to prepare for your job interview.
This would be a good lesson for students to bring a computer to class.
Make sure students at least have A4 paper