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Presentation

DOI

https://doi.org/10.7275/p0nv-0a64

Session Description

Do you hate writing cover letters? Wondering how to get noticed among the applicant pool for that dream job? In this interactive workshop we will explore together how to use a job ad as a blueprint for an effective cover letter that is tailored to the interests of the hiring committee. We will address the development of specific examples from your experiences to illustrate your qualifications, as well as strategies for making edits to your existing template for each new application. Participants are encouraged to bring their resume and cover letter long with a job ad to the session. Our workshop is designed for new and experienced librarians alike.

Takeaways from this session include:
1) analyzing a job ad to determine what you should address in your letter
2) making your letter complement and enhance your resume
3) tips and tricks for writing a letter that will get you noticed.

Let's make your cover letter stand out!

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College Library

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https://doi.org/10.7275/p0nv-0a64

ACRL NEC 23 Cover Letter Example.pdf (25 kB)
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ACRL NEC 23 Cover Letter Activity Handout.pdf (195 kB)
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Jun 5th, 2:30 PM Jun 5th, 3:20 PM

Make your cover letter as awesome as you are

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Do you hate writing cover letters? Wondering how to get noticed among the applicant pool for that dream job? In this interactive workshop we will explore together how to use a job ad as a blueprint for an effective cover letter that is tailored to the interests of the hiring committee. We will address the development of specific examples from your experiences to illustrate your qualifications, as well as strategies for making edits to your existing template for each new application. Participants are encouraged to bring their resume and cover letter long with a job ad to the session. Our workshop is designed for new and experienced librarians alike.

Takeaways from this session include:
1) analyzing a job ad to determine what you should address in your letter
2) making your letter complement and enhance your resume
3) tips and tricks for writing a letter that will get you noticed.

Let's make your cover letter stand out!

 

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