Cover Letters
-by Siddharth Vaidya
Template 1: Traditional IT Cover Letter
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Your Email Address] | [Your Phone Number]
[Date]
[Hiring Manager’s Name]
[Company Name]
[Company Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Subject: Application for [Position Title]
Dear [Hiring Manager's Name],
I am excited to apply for the [Position Title] role at [Company Name], as advertised on [Job
Board/Company Website]. With a strong background in [mention your relevant skill, e.g., software
development], and a proven ability to deliver [mention a key achievement, e.g., robust solutions],
I ameager to contribute to your team.
In my previous role at [Previous Company], I successfully [specific accomplishment, e.g.,
reduced system downtime by 30% by implementing an optimized server solution]. My
experience with
[specific tools/technologies, e.g., Python, JavaScript, and cloud platforms] has enabled me
to [specific impact,e.g., streamline development processes and enhance team
productivity].
What excites me most about [Company Name] is your commitment to [specific value or mission
of the company, e.g., innovation in AI-driven technology]. I am confident my skills in [mention
skills] align with your goal to [specific company goal,e.g., revolutionize user experience].
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience and passion can benefit your team.
Thankyou for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing
to [Company Name]'s success.
Best regards,
[Your Full Name]
Cover Letters
-by Siddharth Vaidya
Template 2: Modern and Tailored IT Cover Letter
[Your Name]
[Your LinkedIn Profile] | [Your Portfolio/Website] | [Your Email] | [Your Phone Number]
[Date]
[Hiring Manager’s Name]
[Company Name]
Subject: Excited to Bring [Key Skill/Expertise] to the [Position Title] Role
Dear [Hiring Manager's Name],
When I came across the [Position Title] opening at [Company Name], I was thrilled —this role
perfectly aligns with my passion for [specific field, e.g., developing scalable web applications] and
my experience in [specific domain, e.g., front-end development].
Over the past [X years], I have honed my skills in [list key skills,e.g., React.js, RESTful APIs, and cloud
infrastructure], achieving [specific accomplishment,e.g., increasing application efficiency by 25%].
At [Previous Company], I led [specific project,e.g., the migration of a legacy system to a cloud-based
infrastructure], which resulted in [specific measurable impact,e.g., saving $50,000 annually].
What sets me apart is my ability to [specific strength,e.g., translate complex technical
requirements into actionable solutions]. I am particularly drawn to [Company Name]'s emphasis on
[specific
company value or project], and I ameager to bring my expertise in [specific skills] to support
this mission.
Could we schedule a time to discuss how I can contribute to [specific goal,e.g., optimizing
your development lifecycle]? I would be delighted to bring my skills and enthusiasm to your
team.
Thankyou for considering my application. I look forward to speaking with you!
Warm regards,
[Your Full Name]
Tips for Personalization:
1. Replace placeholders ([...]) with specifics about the job and your experience.
2. Highlight measurable achievements to demonstrate impact.
3. Keep the tone professional yet enthusiastic.
