Some of us are still struggling to make our CVs appealing, and just when we got an acceptable result we are told that a cover letter is also needed.
I would say that cover letters are not yet a trend within Spanish recent graduate applicants. It’s difficult to guess what to say when the lack of experience and eagerness to work are just common to everyone. While it is still a challenge to get a ‘good job’ we just reluctantly accept any as long as it is remunerated.
Maybe some extra emphasis on the cover letter might give us back the power to have a few options to choose the offer which better conditions or closer to our work expectations.
1. ASK for an interview. For instance,
Thank you for your time reviewing my resume. I welcome the opportunity to discuss in a personal interview my qualifications and fit for the position. Feel free to reach me at 555.555.5555 at your earliest convenience.
(More examples here)
2. Avoid using the typical ‘please accept this resume in response to…’ , try to be more original.
3. No clues of desperation like ‘I really need this job’
4. Don’t mix make personal connections with giving them your whole life story.
5. This is not the moment to mention salary expectations, unless it’s specifically requested by the employer.
6. It’s not the place and time to explain why do you want to leave your current employer.
7. Leave out anything negative.
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