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Find the right cover letter example for your application
Job, internship, apprenticeship, career change or speculative application: start from a relevant example, then personalize your arguments for the company and role you are targeting.
Find your example
A cover letter tailored to your job or situation
Search for your profession or situation to find a cover letter example, a writing structure and arguments you can personalize.
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Cover letter examples by profession
Why look at examples before writing your cover letter?
A good cover letter example helps you quickly understand which arguments to use and in what order to present them.
Use the structure and tone as inspiration, then replace generic wording with specific details about your background, the role and the company.
How should you use an example?
Get inspired, then make it your own
An example gives you a starting point. Your letter should then reflect your experience, your goals and the specific reasons you want to join the company.
- Identify the structure: subject, introduction, arguments, projection and conclusion.
- Replace generic wording: add specific facts from your experience and the job ad.
- Tailor the letter to the company: show that you know where you are applying and why.
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Tailored example
Our advice
Do not try to reproduce an example word for word. In the age of AI, your authenticity, career plans and concrete achievements are what make the difference.
The right structure
A short, clear and personalized cover letter
The goal is not to repeat your resume, but to explain why your profile, this company and this role make sense together.
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Why this company?
Show that your application is targeted and that you understand the context of the role.
Why you?
Support your application with an experience, skill or project that is directly useful for the role.
Why now?
Explain what this opportunity represents in your career and what you want to contribute.
Open the door to the next step
End with a simple invitation to discuss your application in an interview or by phone.
Example or template?
The content of an example, the freedom of an editor
An example helps you find the right arguments. A template helps you present your letter. CVDesignR combines both: use the content for inspiration, then personalize the presentation in the editor.
- Use the right structure: organize your ideas to make the recruiter’s reading easier.
- Adapt the examples to your experience: replace each sentence with your own facts and achievements.
- Personalize for the job: highlight the arguments that matter most for this application.
Mistakes to avoid
Mistakes that stop a cover letter from convincing
Even with an excellent example, some mistakes can make your letter too generic or difficult to read.
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Copying and pasting the same text everywhere
At a minimum, your letter should change for the company, the role, your arguments and your examples.
Repeating your entire resume
Select only the elements that support your motivation and fit for the role.
Using vague phrases
Replace statements like “motivated and dynamic” with a fact, experience or measurable achievement.
Writing a letter that is too long
Favor quick reading, short paragraphs and one main idea per section.
Found the right example?
Personalize it now and create a cover letter that matches your resume.
Create my cover letterFAQ
Frequently asked questions about cover letter examples
What is the best cover letter example?
The one that matches your profession or situation and that you then adapt with specific details from your background, the role and the company.
Can I copy a cover letter example?
It is better to reuse the structure and ideas, then rewrite the content. A letter that feels too generic loses much of its impact.
How do I adapt an example to a job offer?
Identify the key requirements in the job ad and illustrate them with your most relevant experience, skills or projects.
Do I need a cover letter for an internship or apprenticeship?
When it is requested or useful for differentiating candidates, it lets you explain your goals, education and motivation.
How long should a cover letter be?
One page is enough in most cases. Use a few short paragraphs and make it easy to scan.
Should the cover letter repeat the resume?
No. It should complement the resume by giving meaning to your application and explaining why your experience and goals fit the role.