Free Course

Craft Your Cover Letter

Showcase your value to the company

About this Course

Introduce yourself with a memorable cover letter. In this short course, you'll use proven writing techniques to show why you are the best person for the job. You’ll learn how to research company values, target your pitch, and craft an authentic story that connects with their mission. We give you the research and writing tools you need to show why you're the best person for the job!

Course Cost

Free

Timeline

Approx. 1 day

Skill Level

beginner

Included in Product

Rich Learning Content

Interactive Quizzes

Taught by Industry Pros

Self-Paced Learning

Course Leads

Trinh Nguyen

Trinh Nguyen

Program Manager, Careers

What You Will Learn

lesson 1

Craft Your Cover Letter

Target your applications to specific opportunities
Understand the purpose of a cover letter
Write an effective introduction, body, and conclusion

Prerequisites and Requirements

Proficient in spoken and written English

See the Technology Requirements for using Udacity.

Why Take This Course

Cover letters give you the opportunity to connect your work to the company’s mission. Don't miss this chance to set yourself apart from the crowd with a compelling cover letter! Learn how to highlight the skills that will show you will thrive in this role. This course will guide you through writing a compelling narrative that will resonate with the company’s values.

Udacity partners with tech industry leaders to bring you the most comprehensive resources for your job search. Join this course if you want to be in the driver’s seat of your job search where you decide which roles to interview for and land those interviews!

What do I get?

Instructor videos
Learn by doing exercises
Taught by industry professionals