Always write a cover letter from scratch. I'm going to share with you the three part structure to create a bulletproof cover letter that gets you more interviews.The best cover letters effectively communicate the candidate's qualifications, enthusiasm, and fit for the role. Below are two cover letters to illustrate how a cover letter can be a total waste of everyone's time or instantly earn a call from a hiring manager. So you're going to have a template. Write your best cover letter for the first job you apply for. State the position you are applying for, how you found out about it, and ask for consideration based on your skills and experiences you have to offer.