First job cover letter template
Use the black font and select from the options in red text to customise a
letter to your own personal circumstances
Dear
[title and surname of hiring
manager],
I am writing to express my interest in the role of
[job title or job reference number]
as advertised on Totaljobs. As you can see from my attached CV, I have achieved in
my studies and hobbies and am confident I have the skills and motivation to succeed
as
[job
role].
My work ethic is strong and I have gained valuable workplace skills and experience
during Saturday jobs and holiday work. These include:
[List skills learnt on the job,
such as excellent customer service, meeting deadlines, managing different priorities
and working in a team. If you were given additional responsibilities or achieved
something specific, then say so]
Your vacancy appeals to me because I am very interested in working for a
[large/small retailer/non-for-profit organisation/whichever kind of company it is]
because
[it is a fast-moving environment/positively changes our society/ I admire
your technology product/name the reason].
I trust I have convinced you that I have the qualities and commitment that will make
me an excellent employee at
[name of company].
Please don’t hesitate to get in
touch if you would like to discuss my application further.
Yours sincerely,
Your name
Your phone number