Is a cover letter really necessary?
A cover letter accomplishes two important functions. First, because your résumé or CV is “generic” your cover letter is the tool to communicate to the hiring official why you are the right person for the position. Here you can address the required and desired skills of the job as well as education requirements and specify how your experience meets 90% or more of these skills. Second, a well-crafted cover letter is an immediate indication to the hiring official that you are interested enough in the position to put forth the extra effort as well as to provide a relevant example of your written communication skills.
A cover letter accomplishes two important functions. First, writing a carefully worded cover letter is an excellent way to communicate with the hiring manager about why you are the right person for the position. Here you can address the required and desired skills of the job as well as education requirements and specify how your experience meets the majority of the job requirements. Second, a well-crafted cover letter is an immediate indication to the hiring manager that you are interested enough in the position to put forth the extra effort as well as to provide a relevant example of your written communication skills.
