Most situations
Standard application
The dependable structure: a specific opening, one or two relevant achievements, and a confident close. Works for nearly any advertised role.
Write this letter →Cover Letter Templates
Different situations call for different openings. Find the structure that fits yours, then generate an editable draft in seconds.
Switching fields
Career changer
Frames your transferable skills and explains your motivation for the move, turning a non-linear path into a deliberate story.
Write this letter →First real job
Entry-level / new graduate
Leans on education, projects, internships, and enthusiasm when you do not yet have years of experience to point to.
Write this letter →Someone referred you
Referral / warm intro
Opens by naming your mutual connection — one of the strongest possible first lines — then makes your case briefly.
Write this letter →No posting yet
Cold / speculative
Reaches out to a company you admire even without an open role, leading with the specific value you could add.
Write this letter →Values-led teams
Enthusiastic / mission-driven
Foregrounds genuine excitement about the organization’s mission, suited to nonprofits, startups, and purpose-driven employers.
Write this letter →The anatomy of a good cover letter
Almost every effective cover letter does four things: opens with a specific reason for interest in this role and company, connects one or two of your achievements to what they need, shows you understand their situation, and closes with a confident next step. The templates above are variations on that spine for different circumstances.
The cover letter generator handles the structure for you — choose a tone, paste the job description, and refine the draft it produces.
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Cover letter template FAQ
How do I use these templates?
Pick the situation that matches yours, then open the cover letter generator. It builds a draft in that spirit from your details, and you edit it to fit. Choosing a tone in the generator covers most of these styles.
How long should a cover letter be?
One page, ideally three or four short paragraphs. Recruiters skim, so make every line earn its place.
Do I need a cover letter at all?
Not always, but a short, specific one rarely hurts and often helps — especially for smaller teams or competitive roles where fit matters.
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