Don’t rehash your resume in your cover letter. You can use your cover letter to highlight the aspects of your resume that are relevant to the position, but you’re wasting precious space — and the potential employer’s time — if you simply repeat your resume. For an overall refresher on cover letters, see our Cover Letter Tutorial.
Your Cover Letter Shouldn't Repeat Your Resume
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