Your Go-To Guide to Writing Standout Cover Letters
A cover letter is your first chance to make a lasting impression. Discover Grammarly’s tips, tools, and templates to create compelling cover letters, tailored to your unique role and experience.
Cover Letters, Start to Finish:
Everything You Need to Know
Cover letters are essential for landing your next job, but they can often feel daunting and time-consuming. Let Grammarly’s expert resources guide you through every step, from crafting an attention-grabbing introduction to formatting it flawlessly.
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Write without mistakes
Catch typos, grammar mistakes, and punctuation errors to ensure every job application, cover letter, and email is polished and ready to impress—before you hit send.
Make the right impression, every time
Make sure every message lands exactly as you intend. Convey confidence in your application and sound professional in your correspondence with Grammarly’s AI-powered tone suggestions.
Rewrite your text in an instant
Sharpen an entire paragraph with a single click so your writing is easier to follow and you can get to the point faster.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between a cover letter and a résumé?
A résumé summarizes your professional and educational experience in a list format while a cover letter addresses the hiring manager directly through a brief letter. Cover letters provide a personal touch by showcasing your enthusiasm for the job and explaining how your experience applies to the specific role.
Are cover letters always necessary?
Cover letters are usually necessary to secure an interview. They expand on your experience in a way your résumé can’t by highlighting a specific challenge or accomplishment and expressing your excitement about the role or company. The only times when you shouldn’t write a cover letter are when the job posting explicitly says not to send one or when the application process doesn’t allow you to provide one.
How long should a cover letter be?
A cover letter should typically be half a page to one full page, or about 250 to 400 words, and consist of three to four concise paragraphs. This length allows you to cover key points while staying brief and to the point, making it easy to read and be respectful of the reader’s time.
What do you include in a cover letter?
Grammarly’s cover letter guide provides a thorough outline of everything your cover letter needs to include. The basics are:
- The position you’re applying for
- Why you want to work for the company
- Why you’re interested in the specific role
- The skills and experience that make you a great fit
How do you customize a cover letter for different jobs?
It’s important to tailor your cover letter to each job you apply to. There are several ways to do this, including:
- Address the letter to the hiring manager or a specific person whenever possible.
- Show genuine interest by referencing the company's mission, values, or recent achievements.
- Highlight specific skills or experiences that match the job description, focusing on what makes you a good fit for the role.
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