To Whom this concerns / The Human Resource Department,
I have applied to my fair share of job openings and I am astonished that I am still being asked for a cover letter in the application process. Typically a cover letters function as a leg up on other applicants by providing an additional supplement to a submitted CV or Resume. The cover letter is the supporting document used to express interest for the company one is applying to, expound additional qualifications for the position, and offer insight into related professional goals.
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