Your résumé should always have a good Cover Letter attached, as a personal communication between you and individual who receives the résumé.  Most individuals are intimidated by this task but it is not that difficult If you think of it as just a friendly, simple communication from one person (who is looking for a job) to another (who is looking for a good employee). It is in the interests of both parties to make a good connection.

 You can start with a one-page cover letter employers are busy professionals who have just a moment or two to look over your cover letter.  Therefore, it is important to make your point—on one page.

Writing a cover letter.

1. Be sure to address your letter by name and title to the person who could hire you.  When it is impossible to learn their name, use their functional title such as “Dear Manager.”  You may have to guess the name of the person and us the caption; Dear Selection Committee” but never say “To whom it may concern or Dear Sir or Madam”!
2. In your letter show that you know a little about the company, that you are aware of the current problems, interests or priorities.
3. Express your enthusiasm and interest in this line of work and this company. If you have a good idea that might help the employer resolve a problem currently facing their industry, offer to come in and discuss your ideas.
4. Project warmth and friendliness, while still being professional. Avoid any generic phrases such as “Enclosed please fine…” Remember you are writing to a real person.
5. Set yourself apart from the crowd.  Identify at least one thing about you skills that is unique-say a special talent for getting along with everybody at, or some unusual skill that goes beyond the essential requirements of the position-something that distinguishes you and is relevant to the job.  (Then, if several others are equally qualified for the job, your uniqueness may be the reason to choose you!)
6. * Be specific about what you are asking for and what you are offering. Make it clear which position you are applying for and just what experience or skills you have that is relates to the position.
7. Take the initiative about the next step whenever possible, and be specific. I’ll call your office early next week to see if we could meet soon and discuss this job opening,” for example or if you are exploring for unannounced jobs that may come up you can say “I’ll call you office next week to see if we could meet soon, to discuss your company’s needs for help in the near future.”
8. Keep it brief- A few short paragraphs, all on one page.