Here is a sample cover letter. Note that it includes the two key elements of an effective cover letter: why you give a flying jockstrap about them, and concrete examples of how you can help them fulfill all their wildest fantasies. Or at least some of them.
Dear Okra-Man,
I’m very interested in joining your team at Vegan-Superheroes, Inc. I recently read on veggieherochronicle.com about how your organization is looking to develop your green capabilities. As my particular superpower is emitting highly charged electromagnetic forces after consuming broccoli, I’m confident I would be a valuable addition to your team.
As you can see from my resume, I initiated chlorophyll-induced power-trances at Niblets Corp., which directly resulted in raising our mega-power capabilities in the must-be-a-f*cking-miracle body healing sector by 300%.
Although I specialize in broccoli-related powers, I’ve also improved the quality of drinking water in multiple urban centers by regurgitating magic neurons into their water supplies after ingesting brussel sprouts and Swiss chard.
I would love to talk with you further about your needs at Vegan-Superheroes. You can reach me at 555-555-5555 or greenisgood@gmail.com.
Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Spew-Green-Magic Man
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That was brilliant. I’d hire this person!
Thanks! We can team him up with Arugula Girl and the Parsnip Posse. Kinda sounds like a band, doesn’t it?
fabulous post,
love the flying jockstraps!
thanks Erica!
Ok, this is the best example cover letter that I’ve seen. Maybe it’ll be much easier to write one since this is much more interesting 🙂
thanks – good luck with yours!
It was a good idea to add humor to a potentially dry subject.