Cover letter templates for job applications
Choose a clean cover letter layout, start from scratch or match a resume, and edit it into a focused PDF for the role.
Standalone ready
Create a letter even when you do not have a resume in True Resume.
Resume matched
Use a companion style when the letter and resume are sent together.
Easy to scan
Keep the layout simple, readable, and focused on the application.
Pick the right cover letter style
The best template is the one that makes the letter feel intentional without pulling attention away from the message.
Broad applications
Use Classic ATS when a conservative single-column letter is safest.
Modern roles
Use Modern Match when presentation matters but the letter still needs restraint.
Senior roles
Use Executive Rulebook when hierarchy and spacing should feel more formal.
Cover letter template questions
Short answers before you start.
Can I build only a cover letter?
Yes. Start from any cover letter template, add the company and role, then open the editor without selecting a resume.
Should the cover letter match my resume?
Use a matching style when you submit both files together. If you only need a cover letter, choose the clearest layout for the role.
Can I change the template later?
Yes. Your letter content stays editable while you try different cover letter designs in the editor.
Start with a clean letter
Choose a template, add the company and role, then refine the message in the editor.