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August 26, 2005
Who to send the cover letter to
If you've done any reading on cover letters you have read that you should always try to send you cover letter to an acutal person.
Never send your cover letter "To Whom it May Concern!"
So, where do you find the information?
1. Look at the advertisment to see if it says who you should send the cover letter to.
2. Call the company and ask to speak with someone in their human resource department. Tell them you are interested in the position and ask for the name of the person who will be reviewing the resumes.
3. If you know someone who works for the company, ask them who would be reviewing your resume.
4. Ask the receptionist at the company
5. Visit the company in person and ask the receptionist who will be interviewing for the position
6. Check the company website
7. Do ANYTHING!!!
If you get a letter in the mail that is addressed "to whom it may concern" are you likely to read it? I didn't think so. Remember, a person will be reading your cover letter, so let them know you've done some homework.
Posted by Jonat August 26, 2005 1:16 PM