If you search “are cover letters necessary?” you will find statistics to support all answers to that question – yes, no and sometimes! Some studies say that only 18% of recruiters consider cover letters important. Others state that 56% of employers want applicants to send cover letters. Read more here.
If there is an opportunity to add a cover letter, we say do it. Keep your cover letters focused, short, and personalized, and some of them may help you get an interview!
In this age of digital recruiting, do you really need to write something to accompany your resume or job application? Is writing a cover letter really important?
The short answer: Yes!
Yet, far too often, job seekers treat the process …
By Robert Half
Robert HalfWriting a Cover Letter That Will Stand Out
We all hope to find ways to stand out during our job search, and how best to convey “I’m perfect for this job!” to prospective employers. We also know that taking the …
As a student, you don’t have a lot of time in the day that isn’t already eaten up by classes, problem sets, essays, extracurriculars, sports, hackathons, research, dance performances…the list goes on. Applying for any kind of job is time …
Writing a cover letter can be inconvenient, and some people wonder if writing a cover letter is even important when applying online. A cover letter is an important part of applying for a professional position, even when you are just …
