Cover letter
Cover Letter
A Cover Letter (pronounced: /ˈkʌvər ˈlɛtər/) is a document that is typically sent along with a resume to provide additional information on one's skills and experience. The cover letter is designed to introduce the candidate to a potential employer and explain why the candidate is suitable for the job.
Etymology
The term "Cover Letter" originates from the practice of using a letter to "cover", or introduce, other documents. In the context of job applications, the cover letter serves to introduce the candidate's resume or curriculum vitae.
Related Terms
- Resume: A document used by individuals to present their background and skills. Resumes can be used for a variety of reasons, but most often they are used to secure new employment.
- Curriculum Vitae: A detailed account of a person's education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically used when applying for a position in academia, research, or when seeking employment outside of the United States.
- Job Application: A form or forms that an individual seeking employment must fill out as part of the process of informing an employer of the applicant's availability and desire to be employed.
- Employer: A person or organization that employs people.
- Candidate: A person who applies for a job or is nominated for election.
- Interview: A conversation between a job applicant and a representative of an employer which is conducted to assess whether the applicant should be hired.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cover letter
- Wikipedia's article - Cover letter
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