What is professional correspondence?
Any written interaction you have with a potential employer, whether electronic, printed, or hand-written, is an opportunity for you to make a positive or negative impression. It is also your chance to express your interest in a position or organization, offer the employer insight into who you are and what you have to offer, and to impress the employer with your communication skills.
There are a variety of ways in which you will correspond with potential employers. Here are some of the most common documents you may use:
- Cover Letter Writing Guide (PDF)
- Sample Cover Letters
- Sample one (PDF)
- Sample two (PDF)
- Sample three (PDF)
- Thank You Letters (PDF)
- Sample Approach Letter (PDF)
- Professional References (PDF)
Review your message
Before sending a message or letter to a potential employer, be sure to consider the following:
Is your letter/message…
- Focused, clear and concise
- Well formatted
- 100% honest
- Proofread and peer reviewed
- Revised and free of errors
Does your letter/message…
- Communicate your interest and enthusiasm about the position and the organization
- Offer insight into your relevant skills and experience
- Explain why you are a fit for the position and address how you will be an asset to the organization
- Represent your communication and writing skills well