Attaching A Cover Letter When Emailing A Resume
Kent R.
Q: When emailing my resume, should I attach the cover letter or use it as the body of the email?
A: Most employers will request a cover letter, so it is a good idea to attach it with your resume. Write a concise (this is key), professional e-mail introducing yourself and stating the position for which you are applying. Since this is not a steadfast rule, I suggest that when someone uses the cover letter as the body of the email, they also include it as an attachment. This way, if the documents are passed along in print form, both will look as professional as you had originally intended.