Cover Letter Resources

Make each application specific

A cover letter explains why your evidence fits this particular role. It should add context rather than repeat your CV. Follow the vacancy’s instructions about email subject, attachments, reference number and length. If a letter is not requested, a concise application email may be enough.

Graduate application letter

[Your name]
[City, State] | [Email] | [Phone]
[Date]

Dear [Hiring Manager / named recipient],

APPLICATION FOR [EXACT JOB TITLE] – [REFERENCE, IF STATED]

I am applying for [role] at [organisation]. I hold [actual qualification] from [institution], and my [project / internship / volunteering] experience has prepared me to contribute to [relevant requirement].

During [real experience], I [specific action]. This developed my ability to [skill needed in this role]. [Brief, truthful example of a result or lesson.]

I am interested in [specific aspect of the organisation or role, confirmed from its official information]. My NYSC status is [accurate status, if relevant].

I have attached [only the requested documents]. Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my suitability.

Yours sincerely,
[Full name]

Experienced applicant email

Subject: Application for [Job title] – [Reference] – [Full name]

Dear [Recipient],

Please consider my application for [role]. My experience in [field] includes [two relevant areas supported by your CV].

At [actual employer], I [specific relevant contribution]. This is relevant to your requirement for [requirement from the vacancy].

I would bring [supported skill] to [confirmed team goal or responsibility]. My [notice period / location / licence status] is [accurate detail, only if requested or helpful].

Attached are [requested documents]. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Kind regards,
[Name]
[Phone] | [Email]

Tailoring checklist

• Identify the employer’s three most important requirements and choose genuine evidence for each.
• Use the exact role title and reference. Research the organisation through its original website.
• Replace generic praise with one specific reason for applying.
• Keep paragraphs short and remove claims you could not defend in an interview.
• Check attachments, filename and recipient domain before sending. Do not email sensitive documents to an unverified recruiter.