Cover Letter AI Prompt Template That Doesn't Sound Like AI
The copy-paste ChatGPT prompt that produces a Canadian cover letter recruiters actually finish reading — with bad vs better vs best examples and the giveaway phrases to strip.
Frequently asked questions
Which AI is best for cover letters — ChatGPT or Gemini?
Both work fine with a strong prompt. The prompt matters more than the model. Claude tends to produce slightly more natural prose; ChatGPT and Gemini are tied for cover-letter-specific tasks.
Should I tell the AI my name?
Yes, plus the hiring manager's name if you can find it. Personalization beats clever phrasing every time.
Can I just say 'write me a cover letter for this job'?
You can. The output will be unusable. The AI doesn't know your experience or what makes you a fit.
How long should the prompt be?
Long. 500–1,500 words is normal once you paste your resume and the JD. Effort goes into the prompt, not the editing.
Why use a tool instead of a prompt?
A tool collects the context for you, remembers it for next time, and tunes the output for Canadian conventions. A prompt is fine for one cover letter; a tool wins by application 5.
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