Job search and careers templates
Cover letters, applications, recruiter replies, interview prep, negotiation and career notes. 63 free templates, 6 of them longer notes. Open one to fill in the blanks and copy it.
Applications
Cover letters and application emails.
- Cover letter Snippet Classic three paragraphs. Dear [Hiring manager], I am applying for the [Role] role at [Company]. [Why this company] In my current role…
- Short cover note Snippet For online forms. I am excited to apply for [Role]. I have [Years] years of experience in [Field], most recently…
- Career change cover letter Snippet Explains a pivot. Dear [Hiring manager], After [Years] years in [Old field], I am moving into [New field]. The skills carry…
- Application email Snippet Sends a CV by email. Hi [Name], Please find attached my CV for the [Role] role. [One-line pitch]. I am available to talk…
- Speculative application Snippet No advertised role. Hi [Name], I admire [Company]'s work on [Detail]. I do not see an open role that fits, but I would love to…
- Application follow-up Snippet Checks status. Hi [Name], I applied for [Role] on [today] and wanted to confirm my application arrived. I remain very…
- CV summary line Snippet Top of your CV. [Role] with [Years] years of experience in [Field]. Known for [Strength]. Recently [Achievement].
- Achievement bullet Snippet Strong CV bullet. [Action verb] [What], resulting in [Result] ([Metric]).
Recruiters and networking
Reply to recruiters and ask for help.
- Interested reply Snippet Replies to a recruiter. Hi [Recruiter], Thanks for reaching out, this sounds interesting. Could you share the salary range and team…
- Not interested reply Snippet Declines politely. Hi [Recruiter], Thanks for thinking of me. I am happy where I am right now, but please keep me in mind for…
- Referral ask Snippet Asks a contact for a referral. Hi [Name], I saw [Company] is hiring a [Role]. Would you feel comfortable referring me? Here is my CV and a…
- Informational interview request Snippet Learn about a career. Hi [Name], I am exploring a move into [Field] and admire your path from [Their background]. Would you have…
- Thanks for the chat Snippet After an informational chat. Hi [Name], Thank you for your time today. Your advice about [Advice] was really helpful. I will let you know…
- Salary range question Snippet Asks about pay early. Before we go further, could you share the salary range for this role? I want to make sure we are aligned.
Interviews
Before and after.
- Interview confirmation Snippet Confirms the slot. Hi [Name], Thank you, I confirm my interview on [today] at [time now]. I look forward to meeting…
- Thank-you after interview Snippet Same-day thanks. Hi [Name], Thank you for speaking with me about [Role] today. I especially enjoyed discussing [Topic]. It…
- Tell me about yourself Snippet Answer structure. Present: I am a [Role] at [Company], focused on [Focus]. Past: Before that, I [Background]. Future: I am…
- STAR answer Snippet Behavioural answer. Situation: [Situation] Task: [Task] Action: [Action] Result: [Result]
- Questions to ask them Snippet Smart questions. - What does success look like in the first 90 days? - What is the biggest challenge for this team right now?…
- Withdraw application Snippet Pulls out politely. Hi [Name], Thank you for the process so far. I have decided to withdraw my application for [Role], as…
- Post-rejection reply Snippet Graceful after a no. Hi [Name], Thank you for letting me know. I enjoyed meeting the team and would welcome any feedback. Please…
Offers and negotiation
Ask for what you are worth.
- Counter offer Snippet Negotiates salary. Hi [Name], Thank you so much for the offer; I am excited about the role. Based on [Reason], I was hoping for…
- Accept offer Snippet Accepts in writing. Hi [Name], I am delighted to accept the offer for [Role] at [Salary], starting [Start date]. Thank you; I…
- Decline offer Snippet Declines kindly. Hi [Name], Thank you for the offer. After careful thought, I have decided to accept another role that is a…
- Ask for more time Snippet Needs time to decide. Hi [Name], Thank you for the offer! Could I have until [today] to decide? I want to give it the thought it…
- Resignation letter Snippet Formal resignation. Dear [Manager], Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation from [Role]. My last day will be [Last…
- Tell your manager Snippet Resignation conversation opener. [Manager], I wanted to tell you in person: I have accepted a new role and will be leaving. My last day will…
Career notes
Track your search and growth.
- Job search tracker Note Track applications. | Company | Role | Applied | Stage | Next step | | | | | | | | | | | | |
- Interview prep note Note Prep one interview. Company: [Company] Role: [Role] Date: [today] Why them Stories to tell 1. Questions for them -
- Brag document Note Log your wins. [today] - Impact - Feedback received -
- Career plan Note Where next. Where I am Where I want to be in 3 years Skills to build - People to learn from -
- Offer comparison Note Compare offers. | | [Offer A] | [Offer B] | | | | | | Salary | | | | Equity | | | | Benefits | | | | Growth | | | | Gut feel…
- Networking log Note People you met. | Name | Where | Topic | Follow up | | | | | | | | | | |
Cover letters by role
A starting cover letter for each role.
- Cover letter: Software engineer Snippet Cover letter for a software engineer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the software engineer position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Product manager Snippet Cover letter for a product manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the product manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Designer Snippet Cover letter for a designer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the designer position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Data analyst Snippet Cover letter for a data analyst role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the data analyst position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Marketing manager Snippet Cover letter for a marketing manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the marketing manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Sales representative Snippet Cover letter for a sales representative role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the sales representative position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Customer support agent Snippet Cover letter for a customer support agent role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the customer support agent position at [Company]. For…
- Cover letter: Project manager Snippet Cover letter for a project manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the project manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: HR generalist Snippet Cover letter for a hr generalist role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the hr generalist position at [Company]. For [Years] years…
- Cover letter: Accountant Snippet Cover letter for a accountant role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the accountant position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Teacher Snippet Cover letter for a teacher role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the teacher position at [Company]. For [Years] years I have…
- Cover letter: Nurse Snippet Cover letter for a nurse role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the nurse position at [Company]. For [Years] years I have…
- Cover letter: Operations manager Snippet Cover letter for a operations manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the operations manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Executive assistant Snippet Cover letter for a executive assistant role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the executive assistant position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Graphic designer Snippet Cover letter for a graphic designer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the graphic designer position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Content writer Snippet Cover letter for a content writer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the content writer position at [Company]. For [Years] years…
- Cover letter: DevOps engineer Snippet Cover letter for a devops engineer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the devops engineer position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Retail associate Snippet Cover letter for a retail associate role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the retail associate position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Barista or server Snippet Cover letter for a barista or server role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the barista or server position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Warehouse operative Snippet Cover letter for a warehouse operative role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the warehouse operative position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Delivery driver Snippet Cover letter for a delivery driver role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the delivery driver position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Receptionist Snippet Cover letter for a receptionist role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the receptionist position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Consultant Snippet Cover letter for a consultant role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the consultant position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Chef Snippet Cover letter for a chef role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the chef position at [Company]. For [Years] years I have…
- Cover letter: Social media manager Snippet Cover letter for a social media manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the social media manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Account manager Snippet Cover letter for a account manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the account manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Intern Snippet Cover letter for a intern role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the intern position at [Company]. For [Years] years I have…
- Cover letter: Recruiter Snippet Cover letter for a recruiter role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the recruiter position at [Company]. For [Years] years I…
- Cover letter: Security engineer Snippet Cover letter for a security engineer role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the security engineer position at [Company]. For [Years]…
- Cover letter: Engineering manager Snippet Cover letter for a engineering manager role. Dear [Hiring manager], I am excited to apply for the engineering manager position at [Company]. For [Years]…