A cover letter is not always required, but a short, targeted one can help when your resume cannot tell the whole story. This category is for people deciding whether to write one at all, and for those who need to know what it should actually say. It is a small category for now, with three guides.
Where to start
- When is a cover letter worth writing? Start here to decide whether it is worth the effort.
- What should a cover letter actually say? A simple structure for a note that stays concise.
- How do you write a cover letter for a career change? Useful when your background does not match the role on paper.
The letter should support your resume, so see resume basics if the resume itself needs work first.