Whenever you send out a resume, a cover letter should accompany it. Written correspondence in the job search is one of the most important and often neglected parts of the job search process.
People spend days, weeks or even longer writing the perfect resume.
Unfortunately, employers can spot these letters a mile away. This section will review a number of important tips about writing effective cover letters. Reprinted in part by permission of Union College Career Development Center. The average employer is likely to be swamped with applications. Individualize each letter so that it is unique to that particular employer.