Cover letters should be designed as regular business letters. The format is as follows:

(Your return address and the date)
Carleton College
300 N. College St.
Northfield, MN 55057
April 3, 2003

(Address of employer and the title of the person)
Ms. Jane Graham, Director
Center for Women And Children
333 Winstead Street
Champaign, IL 61820

Dear Ms. Graham: (always use a colon, but don't use a first name)

First Paragraph

Second Paragraph

Third Paragraph (if you need it)

Sincerely, (or Yours Truly,)

(handwritten signature; be sure you leave enough room to write it)

Alby Donesoon

The format is fairly easy, but if you have questions, the Career Center can review your letter.