Cover Letter Generation
Create personalized, compelling cover letters that directly address each job's specific requirements and company culture.
What is Cover Letter Generation?
Cover Letter Generation uses AI to craft personalized cover letters that reference specific details from job postings and align with your professional background. Instead of generic templates, you get letters that feel authentically written by you for each specific opportunity.
How It Works
- Reviews your LinkedIn profile, (customized) resume and the job posting
- Generates first draft incorporating job-specific details and requirements
- Saves ready-to-send cover letter on your Google Drive
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Cover letters are based on your master resume template or your current customized resume. Make sure you are happy with either version of your resume BEFORE creating a cover letter. Customize your resume if needed.
Cover Letter Components
Opening Paragraph
Purpose: Grab attention and show specific interest
- Specific role reference - Mentions exact job title and where you found it
- Company knowledge - Shows you've researched the organization
- Brief value proposition - Summarizes why you're a strong match
- Personal connection - References shared values or mission alignment
Body Paragraphs
Purpose: Demonstrate qualifications and cultural fit
Experience Alignment
- Relevant achievements that directly address job requirements
- Quantified results using metrics that matter to this employer
- Skill demonstrations through specific examples and outcomes
- Problem-solving examples relevant to challenges mentioned in job posting
Company Fit
- Culture alignment based on language and values from job posting
- Industry understanding showing knowledge of company's market
- Growth potential explaining how you'd contribute to their goals
- Learning mindset demonstrating adaptability and development focus
Closing Paragraph
Purpose: Strong call to action and next steps
- Enthusiasm restatement for the role and company
- Interview request with confident, professional tone
- Availability mention for scheduling discussions
- Gratitude expression for their time and consideration
Best Practices for Cover Letters
Do Include
- Specific job title and where you found the position
- 2-3 key qualifications that directly match job requirements
- Quantified achievements with relevant metrics
- Company knowledge showing genuine interest
- Clear next steps for follow-up
Avoid Common Mistakes
- Generic openings like "I am writing to apply..."
- Repeating resume content without adding new insights
- Salary requirements unless specifically requested
- Desperate language or over-eagerness
- Lengthy paragraphs that lose reader attention
Length Guidelines
- Entry-level roles - 3 paragraphs, 250-300 words
- Mid-career positions - 3-4 paragraphs, 300-400 words
- Senior roles - 4 paragraphs, 400-500 words maximum
- Executive positions - Focus on strategic impact, up to 500 words
Ready to generate your first cover letter? Make sure you've analyzed a job and customized your resume first for the most personalized results.