<aside> 💫 Below, please find a checklist that you can utilize to ensure your Cover Letter meets the requirements for joining the Career Acceleration.

Note: If you cannot put a checkmark in a box, don't worry—simply revisit the lesson linked to the respective section and make adjustments to your resume.

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General

• [ ] Your letter is well-structured
• [ ] It’s no longer than one page
• [ ] There are no grammar mistakes or typos
• [ ] The letter is tailored to match the job and the company

Introduction

• [ ] You’ve started the letter with the name of the person to whom you're writing
• [ ] The first paragraph grabs attention by adding a personal reason why you’re interested in the role
• [ ] The first paragraph details what you know about the company, what they’re known for, and what they need
• [ ] It covers current trends and challenges in the industry as a whole and how they affect this company

Main Body

• [ ] You’ve used this section to detail how your vision aligns with the company's values
• [ ] You used specific examples to demonstrate that you've conducted thorough research about the company
• [ ] You’ve tied your experience to the company's needs and reiterated the core elements of your resume that reinforce this
• [ ] Relevant skills and experiences are mentioned
• [ ] Each claim is supported with concrete examples from your experience
• [ ] Your unique value proposition is clear
• [ ] You addressed any concerns positively, if applicable
• [ ] You’ve provided links to your resume and portfolio