Resumes, cover letters, and references are designed to demonstrate how you, your experiences, strengths, and skills fit the needs of a particular opportunity. A cover letter should be composed and typed specifically for each job or school that you apply to, including internships.Have someone else proofread your letter, and then proofread it again. Learn how to write a cover letter with Lorena! Example: Willy Wildcat. Always write a cover letter from scratch. Make sure to pinpoint the skills the job description calls for. Use your cover letter to describe your qualifications as well as your interest in both the job and organization so the employer will want to interview you. Avoid large blocks of text. Avoid large blocks of text.