Job Application Letter Examples: A - Z List
By Alison Doyle
Updated August 06, 2016
Are you getting ready to submit a job application? In many cases, you will need to submit a letter with information on your qualifications and credentials along with your other application materials.
What to Include in a Job Application Letter
The information that is included in a job application varies depending on what type of position you're applying for. For example, a cover letter written to apply for a job you've found online will be different than a letter written to apply for a promotion or transfer.
Think of a job application letter as a place to build the case for why you should be interviewed. Highlight your relevant skills, experience, and accomplishments in the letter, but make sure not to duplicate the information available within your resume.
In general, your letter should include:
Contact information
Greeting
Introductory paragraph stating your interest in the job, and including the job title of the position you're applying for
Two or three paragraphs highlighting your qualifications for the position
A final paragraph offering to provide more information and reiterating your interest in the job and the company
Closing
Signature
It's important to follow the instructions in the job posting. Otherwise, your application materials may not be considered.
Review advice on guidelines for writing job application letters that win interviews, as well as tips and advice for proofreading and editing your job search correspondence before you start writing your letter.
How to Send the Letter
How you send your letter will depend on the employer's instructions. You may be asked to upload your job application to an online portal, the employer could ask applicants to email their letter and resume, or the organization may want a mailed hard copy of your application materials.
Job Application Letter Examples: A - Z List
Use the following examples of job application letter formats, examples, and templates to get ideas for your own letters to apply for jobs. Be sure to customize your letter so it reflects your qualifications and credentials.
Application Letter Format
Application Letter Template
Cover Letter Examples and Templates
Email Application Message - Resume Included
Email Application with Resume Attached
Email Job Application Letter
Job Application Follow-Up Letter
Job Application Letter
Job Promotion Cover Letter
Job Promotion Cover Letter - Retail
Job Transfer Request Letter
Job Transfer Request Letter Example - Relocation
Letter of Application
Letter of Interest Examples
Letters with a Referral
Sample Email Cover Letter Examples
Temp to Perm Cover Letter Example
More Application Letter Examples
Find 100+ sample letters that you can use to apply for different types of jobs and occupations.
How to Write a Job Application Letter
Here is information on how to write job application letters, along with job application letter samples, examples, and templates to use to write application letters to apply for jobs.
Job Application Guide
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