According to some experts, finding exciting job adverts is one of the most challenging problems job-seekers need to deal with.

But according to our own research, conveying your enthusiasm to a one-page cover letter might prove to be even more challenging.

After all, you don’t want a bland and boring cover letter to represent you, we get it.

But how can you make a strong first impression in just a few lines?

Below, you’ll find the best entry level cover letter tips and examples that will help you find out.

MITCHEL OBAMA

+1-848-557-1095

[email protected]

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Dear Lawson Stone,

I hope this letter finds you well. My name is Mitchel Obama and I am writing about the Entry Level role.

I am very interested in this opportunity, and I am certain I have the necessary expertise to take Carroll to the top of the industry.

While working for BLL, I Implemented changes to weekly emails that resulted in a 50% increase in click through. Additionally, I Increased website engagement by 7% in one 28 day cycle with continued movement in a positive direction.

Over the years, I have also developed my skills in undefined, undefined, and undefined, details on which you can find in my attached resume.

I bring various qualifications and skills to the team which I am certain will help the company succeed, such as:

• Critical thinking
• Time management
• Decision-making
• Problem-solving

You can find more details on my expertise in my attached resume

I am eager to meet with you at your earliest convenience and talk about what I can offer Carroll. Please, feel free to contact me should you be interested in having me on your team.

Thank you for your time, 

Mitchel Obama

Expressing your enthusiasm for the business, the industry, and the role will make your entry-level cover letter stand out. It's also a good idea to focus on expanding your competencies on your CV rather than completely redoing it.

Let's now examine a few more factors that will stick in recruiters' minds.

Make Sure The Appropriate Individual Receives Your Cover Letter, And Start Off Strong.

We understand that selecting the ideal salutation might be difficult. You don't want to come across as overly formal or overly pleasant, after all.

When addressing your cover letter, there are a few things that you should really keep in mind. Initially and primarily, the recruiter's name appears.

Even in the event that you don't know who the person reading your cover letter might be, try to find out. Check company websites or social media profiles or even media articles.

If this doesn’t help, you can go for traditional gender-neutral salutations that don’t require knowing the hiring manager’s name.

Here are a handful of our top picks:

• Greetings, Mr. Judge
• Greetings, Ms. Augustus
• To Whom It May Concern, Hiring Manager
• Greetings, Dr. Andrew
• Dear [Team Leader for which you are applying

Without a question, the opening of your Entry Level cover letter will make the biggest impact on the application. Is it possible to ensure that your opening line is strong enough?

Indeed, there is. Commence by expressing your excitement for the position or industry (or both!). You might also discuss why you think the firm is exciting.

Make an effort to be creative. Sayings such as "I want to apply for the position that I saw advertised on platform X" are not appropriate. They sound like you have nothing better to do and are out of date.

Mention Your Hard Skills While Highlighting Your Entry-Level Soft Skills.

What comes next once you've included all of your hard abilities on your resume?

It's time to consider the more delicate ones. But keep in mind that it's crucial to link your soft skills to the real ways in which they might support your success going forward, rather than just listing them.

What about hard skills? Have we eliminated them entirely? No, not at all. If you wish to pass applicant tracking systems that scan texts for specific keywords, you still need to mention some of these. For a comprehensive list of the terms you must use, refer to the requirements section of the job advertisement.

Show That You Are Aware Of The Business.

How can you demonstrate your enthusiasm for the business? by demonstrating that you have spent time learning about its problems, objectives, and strategies. If you really want to demonstrate your strength as a candidate, you may also tie them to your qualifications and experience.

Not only will you leave a positive impression, but you can also determine whether or not you truly want to join this team by doing some research on the business. Interviewing is, after all, a two-way process.

Finish With A Useful Suggestion

A strong conclusion to your entry-level cover letter will help you get an interview. Why? Because applications with powerful finishing are seen as thoughtful and, more importantly, as being enthusiastic about the position.

Simply ensure that your conclusion (much like your cover letter’s body) matches the company culture. If you prefer to be on the safe side, go for traditional closing lines such as “Looking forward to hearing from you”.