: Re: How do I write a proper cover letter? I'm an engineer with a fair knowledge of the English language. I can converse with people in English and write as well, but now I'm interested in learning

@Berumen699

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I think post by sotondolphin (based on info in the included link) is pretty good, but I have the following disagreements / additions:

Make it mistake-free. [Many hirers' attitude is, "If
they can't avoid mistakes in a cover letter, then it's
guaranteed their work will be even sloppier after I hire them."]
I disagree about the technical terms. Often, HR staff don't read
cover letters or resumes/CVs; they just look for buzzwords. The
right buzzwords get you passed along to the next level.
A corollary to that is: Your cover letter is for the people for/with
whom you'll actually be working. Speak to them, not the HR staff.
If you want the job, then YOU get back to THEM, not the
other way around. [p.s. The same goes for getting a date, or (since this is a writer's site) getting something published. :-) ]

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