Previous SnoopSimple guide to living and working abroad Next SnoopSimple guide to getting your UK driving license Shirley Yanez / 02 June 2014 / Categories: Useful Guides The ultimate simple cover letter The format for a cover letter is flexible but it doesn’t need to be long and there are some things you must make sure you include. Getting a new job can be a daunting task particularly if you are shy, get nervous meeting new people or tongue lied in pressurised situations. It helps to remember anyone conducting an interview is tasked with finding someone to do the job in question so they are not looking to catch you out or make things difficult for you. It’s their job to sell themselves, the company and the job to you in order to attract and secure the best talent. [Your address] [Your email address] [Your phone or mobile number] If you don’t have an email address you sign up for an account and get one free, www.mail.google.com, www.yahoo.com, www.hotmail.com are some of the most popular ones. [Today's date] Dear (name of recruiter or H.R. person) Re: Trainee Welder Position I attach my CV for your consideration for the above position with (name of company) I am particularly interested in this position/This position caught my eye because (do your research and find something about the company that resonates with you and what you are hoping to achieve from your career in the future, read their website, join a forum, speak to people that work there) e.g. I really want to work for a company with a brand profile that is second to none like Massey Ferguson because I am interested in learning from the best in the industry. I have always been interested in tractors, having grown up on a farm and would love to expand on my welding apprenticeship with a top UK company. I know I have the skills and enthusiasm to do this job and be an extremely successful team player within your organisation (tell the reader what they are and how they relate to the job description). I very much hope I am selected for interview so I get the opportunity to meet with you and tell you in person why I am the right person for this job. Yours sincerely, [Your name] You may also find these links helpful; Top Tips When Applying For An Advertised Job and How To Write An Effective CV Print Rate this snoop: 3.0 2582 Shirley YanezShirley Yanez I am the CEO of Venus Cow A made in England ethical fashion brand based in Leicester. I love good food, films that have a true story, affordable luxury and making brands accountable for their behaviour. I love all kinds of music including Rock, Opera, R&B and classical. When I travel 5 star has Other snoops by Shirley Yanez Contact snooper Full biography Full biography I love good food, books and films that tell a true story behind them. I love affordable luxury and making brands accountable and more transparent. I love all kinds of music, including Rock, Opera, R&B and classical. When I travel 5 star, it has to be 5 star, including good food, comfort, good sheets and no kids in the pool. I love well made clothes and hate fast disposable fashion. I am well travelled and my favourite places include Marbella, Portofino, St Tropez, LA and Paris. x Facebook page Twitter Linked In Instagram Website Comments are only visible to subscribers. Contact author Message sent. Name: Please enter your name. Please enter your name. Email: Please enter a valid email address. Please enter a valid email address. Please enter your email. Subject: Please enter a subject Please enter a subject Message: Please enter the message. I have read and agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms Of Use. Please select if you agree. Please solve captcha Please solve captcha. Close x