How to Write an Entry Level Cover Letter
How to Write an Entry Level Cover Letter
How to Write an Entry Level Cover Letter
By Heather Huhman
June 26, 2020
Summary
Building a resume and writing a cover letter with no experience can be an even bigger challenge when trying to land a job.
As a job seeker without any experience, it's discouraging when you've applied for dozens of jobs and received zero responses from employers.
Although you might feel like giving up on your job search, it's important to persevere and continue writing cover letters that will make you stand out to employers.
It's also the section where many job seekers make mistakes because they don't know how to highlight their relevant skills and classroom experience.
If you didn't have a marketing internship but you've gained a lot of marketing experience through a part-time job in student services, you could highlight the communications skills and experience you gained through that position.
Although you consider yourself a great fit for the position, you need to use examples that illustrate why you're a good fit for the job.
The reality is, simply stating that you have excellent time management skills and a knack for leadership won't land you a job.
The final paragraph is the section that will seal the deal for a job interview.
Just because you don't have experience doesn't mean you can't write a stellar cover letter.
By following these tips, you'll write a cover letter that gets you noticed by employers and land your first entry-level job.
Reference
Huhman, H. (2020, June 26). How to Write an Entry Level Cover Letter. Retrieved June 27, 2020, from https://www.glassdoor.com/blog/write-entry-level-cover-letter/