For recent graduates applying for a first role.
Open the Cover Letter Builder and select this template to generate an editable letter.
When to use this letter
You have just graduated or are about to, and you are applying for a first job where you cannot rely on work history.
How the letter is structured
An opening paragraph naming the role and where you found it, a middle paragraph connecting your education, projects and skills to the role, and a short closing that thanks the reader and asks for a conversation.
Tips to make it your own
- Name the company and the role so the letter does not look mass-produced.
- Mention one project or achievement and what you learned from it.
- Keep the letter to about one page.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Repeating your resume line by line.
- Sending the same letter to every company without changes.
- Spelling the company or manager’s name wrongly.
The Cover Letter Builder fills in a draft from the details you type. Treat the draft as a starting point: read it, replace generic phrases with specifics and make sure every claim is true.