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Cover letter?

  • 05-04-2013 4:06pm
    #1
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    I a student looking to get a summer job no experience. I have a cv done up but do I need a cover letter for the likes of dunnes stores or tesco. If I do what should I write. I did google it I don't know what to say for stores like that.

    Also how should I hand the cv and cl to the manager? Should a put it in an envelope or two loose pages stapled together?


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  • #2
    D1stant
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,806 ✭✭✭D1stant


    CVs and cover letters are a waste of time at your level of experience

    Get a card printed nothing fancy. Name, number, student looking for work.

    Dress casual smart and try to meet as many managers in local stores as you can. Try to be as confident and succinct as possible

    - I'm looking for a Summer job, I have a good attitude and am flexible.

    Ask them for a card / number and call them 1 weeks after meeting.

    Anonymous CVs from students are frankly a waste of paper. Try to get a personal contact. If they like you, you will stand a far better chance. Good luck.


  • #3
    Tabnabs
    Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 15,790 Mod ✭✭✭✭Tabnabs


    Yes, a short note explaining what kind of work you are looking for (part time, summer, full time etc.) and when you are available from (and to, if there's an end date). I had two student CVs land on my desk this week and I haven't a clue what they want or when they are available. Neither got much attention.


  • #4
    Prodigious
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,827 ✭✭✭Prodigious


    I disagree with the condescending advice in the first reply. It is completely realistic that a student of 18 years of age has good work experience. As such, a CV is very useful. A cover letter should be included outlining when you're available from, if you're flexible, things like that.
    It's always better to speak to the manager in person as you can make a good first impression.


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