Choose a job of interest to you that you are qualified for (Tip

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. In myBlueprint select Work from the menu navigation on the left hand side of your screen. Select
the Job Search tab. 2. Look for a job by entering a search keyword in the search field and click Search. 3. Choose a job of interest to you that you are qualified for (Tip: add the keyword “student” in your
search to find appropriate jobs). 4. Using the job posting you chose, answer the following reflection questions.
Job Title/Position: ___________________________________
Company/Organization: ______________________________
Why are you interested in this job? (Tip: Try looking for the job/position in the occupation planner!)
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Why do you want to work for this company/organization? (Tip: If you don’t know, do some research on
the company/organization!)
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What are some skills, knowledge, or experience you have that are relevant to the job or position? (Tip:
look at the requirements of the job/position)
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Why would you be a good match for this job or company/organization?
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Page [C]: CREATING A COVER LETTER – Task #6a [5 Marks]
1. In myBlueprint Select Work from the menu navigation on the left hand side of your screen and
select Cover Letters. 2. Complete each section from the left menu (Your Information, Employer Information, etc.) using
your answers to guide you. 3. When you are ready, click on Preview Cover Letter 4. Review the layout and check for errors
5. When finished reviewing your Cover Letter, click Add to Portfolio and select (or create) your My
CLE Portfolio
Use the space below to create a rough draft of your cover letter: Paragraph 1 (Why do you want to work for this company? Why does this job appeal to you?):
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Paragraph 2: (Why should they hire you? What are some relevant skills or experience you possess?):
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Paragraph 3 (Why would you be a good match for this position/job?):
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