# Application Letter / Cover Letter Template

One-page cover letter scaffold. Replace bracketed placeholders with role, company, and your experience.

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[Your Name]  
[Your Address / City]  
[Email] | [Phone] | [LinkedIn / Portfolio]

[Date]

[Recipient Name, if known]  
[Company Name]  
[Company Address, optional]

Dear [Hiring Manager / Recipient Name],

I am writing to apply for the **[Role Name]** position at **[Company Name]**, which I found on [job board / company site / referral]. With [X years / background] in [relevant field], I am excited about the opportunity to contribute to [specific team, product, or mission].

In my current/most recent role at [Company], I [key responsibility or achievement with measurable outcome]. I have hands-on experience with [2–3 technologies or methods from the job description], and I am particularly proud of [one standout project or result]. This background has prepared me to step into [Company Name]’s [specific challenge or opportunity mentioned in the posting].

What draws me to **[Company Name]** is [specific cultural, technical, or mission reason]. I admire [specific project, value, or approach], and I would welcome the chance to bring my skills in [relevant skill] to your team.

I would love the opportunity to discuss how my experience aligns with this role. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]