Tips to get started
Cover letters give employers an insight into your personality and passions. They also show the employer your communication skills as well as your attention to detail.
- Show passion and enthusiasm. Tailoring your cover letter to the employer may take time but it is well worth it and puts you ahead of the competition.
- Keep cover letters to 1-page maximum.
- Research the employer - read the advert and role requirements. Visit the company website. Show up to company events and talk to employees of the company.
- Check grammar, punctuation and spelling – especially the role title and company name (We suggest you copy and paste this directly from the advert!).
- Use clean, easy-to-read font.
- Highlight why you want that job and why you want to work for the company.
- Mention any projects that inspire you. Are there any projects that you have worked on that relate to the employers’ projects?
- Are there any company values that resonate with you?
- Are there any papers at the university that you enjoy/enjoyed that are relative to the role?
- When applying for a particular business unit e.g., the Transport team at Stantec. Tell us what inspired you to become a civil engineer in transportation.
Optional Information
- Include preferred work locations. Are you open to relocation?
- Preferred start date
Additional tips
Google yourself to check what employers can learn about you from your online presence. Edit privacy settings if required.