Cover Letter Tips 

In general

• Research the company, know to whom you’re sending the resume.
• Double check for typos and other errors.
• Get the addressee’s name and title correct.
• DO NOT send “to whom it may concern.”
• Give permanent (home) and campus addresses, phone number and e-mail addresses.
• Provide start and end dates.

Cover Letter

• Customize and personalize each one.
• WOW me! Make me honestly, and truthfully believe you’re a better candidate than the competition.
• Think of this as a job, not just an internship. Will we view you as an employee — not “just an intern.”
• Review the job description and speak to its points.
• Highlight your skills appropriate for this job.
• Say when you will follow up with a call and do it.