A simple mistake in your cover letter or resume could be costly. Many managers will move to the next applicant if yours doesnât shine or has mistakes. Itâs important to proof read everything, and possibly have someone take a look before you send it. Some have said that searching for an internship/job is like a job in itself. That might be true, but here are some tips to help the process.
A cover letter is your first impression on the organization, and itâs vital to whether you get an interview or not. Itâs tempting to use a template from the internet and adjust the content to coordinate with your information. You should never do this! Human resources and hiring managers get these types of cover letters all the time. Your goal is to stand out from the crowd.
Create a template of your own, but not a word-for-word document. You should include the position youâre interested in, your skills that match the job description and a projected date you intend to follow up with them. Tailor the cover letter to the organization and the position youâre interested in (matching the skills from the job description).
The same goes for resumes. Donât use a template from the internet. You should be customizing your cover letter and resume to fit the position youâre applying for. When you create your own resume, try not to go overboard with creativity. Use a higher-quality paper when printing both, but donât use pink paper and spritz perfume all over it like Elle Woods in Legally Blonde. It might give the wrong impression.
