Struggling to write a cover letter for position in a job? This guide will teach you how to create a standout cover letter tailored to the position you want. You’ll learn what to include, how to ...

Cover letters introduce you to a potential employer and allow you to express interest in their open position. They’re sent to employers along with your resume, giving you an opportunity to offer ...

Summer stretches before us, with all its potential for meeting research and writing goals. But if you’re going on the faculty-job market for the first time — as a recent Ph.D. or an advanced doctoral ...

This is the second part of an essay on the cover letter for teaching institutions. The first part -- covering basic requirements and mistakes -- may be found here. This part deals with ways to stand ...

A compelling introduction is crucial for making a strong first impression in your cover letter. Personalize your cover letter by addressing the hiring manager by name and tailoring your opening to ...

Sociologist Andrew Whitehead started a Twitter thread some months ago detailing his take on various stages of the academic job market. For the cover letter, he gave excellent advice. He suggested ...

Top 8 cover letter generators: Adobe Express, Canva, Microsoft 365, and Freesumes offer free, customizable templates. Premium tools like Kickresume, Novoresume, Hloom, and Resume.io add AI help, ...

When applying for a job or internship, companies could ask you to send in several documents, such as a resume or work samples. In many cases, you may also have to include a cover letter for an ...

This is the second of five installments of “How to Get an Academic Job,” a new guide on the tenure-track search from our Career Talk columnists. Previously the series explored what to do “Before You ...