A cover letter explains why you fit one specific role in a way your resume cannot. Keep it to three or four short paragraphs, around 200 to 300 words, and lead with the role and your strongest proof. Send it as a PDF when the job asks for an attachment; otherwise paste a shorter version into the email.
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Not always, but when you apply by email or the portal has a message box, a short cover letter helps. It explains why you fit this specific role in a way the resume cannot.
Three or four short paragraphs, around 200 to 300 words. Recruiters skim, so lead with the role and your strongest proof, and keep each paragraph to a few lines.
If the job asks for an attachment, send a PDF. Otherwise paste a shorter version in the email body and attach your resume — it is read more often than an extra attachment.
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