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Generate customized cover letters in minutes. Our AI translates your military experience into compelling narratives that hiring managers want to read.
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Your cover letter is your chance to tell the story behind your military service
A resume shows what you did. A cover letter explains why it matters. For veterans, this is your chance to connect military experience to the role.
Demonstrate you've researched the company and understand how your military skills solve their specific challenges.
Proactively address why you're leaving the military and why you're excited about this civilian opportunity.
Your resume is formal. Your cover letter can show enthusiasm, communication skills, and cultural fit.
If you're changing industries or lack "traditional" experience, your cover letter explains why you're still the right fit.
Many candidates skip cover letters. A strong one immediately differentiates you from other applicants.
Follow this proven structure for maximum impact
Hook the reader immediately
Veteran Tip: Mention your military transition as a strength, not an apology
"As a logistics operations leader who managed supply chains worth $50M in challenging environments, I was excited to see your Supply Chain Manager opening at Amazon."
Connect your experience to their needs
Veteran Tip: Translate military achievements into business impact
"During my Army career, I reduced equipment downtime by 35% through predictive maintenance programs—skills directly applicable to your operational efficiency goals."
Show cultural fit and soft skills
Veteran Tip: Veterans' teamwork, adaptability, and mission-focus are highly valued
"Your commitment to veteran hiring resonates with me. I bring the same dedication to mission success and team development that made me a valued leader in the Army."
Call to action
Veteran Tip: Be confident—you have experience many candidates lack
"I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my leadership experience and operational expertise can contribute to your team. Thank you for considering my application."
See how our AI transforms military cover letters into compelling civilian narratives
"To Whom It May Concern, I am a former 11B Infantry NCO looking for a job in operations. I was a Squad Leader for 4 years and did a lot of training and mission planning."
✗ Generic salutation
✗ No specific role mentioned
✗ Vague descriptions
✗ Military jargon (11B, NCO)
"Dear Ms. Johnson, As an operations leader who has managed teams through high-stakes situations with zero tolerance for error, I was excited to discover your Operations Manager opening at Logistics Corp. My experience coordinating 12-person teams, managing $2M in equipment, and executing complex projects under tight deadlines directly aligns with your needs."
✓ Personalized salutation
✓ Specific role and company
✓ Translated military terms
✓ Quantified achievements
"I am separating from the Navy where I was an IT2. I worked on NMCI and had a TS/SCI clearance. I want to work in cybersecurity because I have experience with it."
✗ Focuses on leaving, not joining
✗ Unexplained acronyms
✗ Passive tone
✗ No value proposition
"Dear SecureTech Hiring Team, Your Cybersecurity Analyst position immediately caught my attention because it combines my six years of network security experience with my passion for threat detection. As a Navy Information Systems Technician, I protected networks supporting 5,000+ users, implemented security protocols that prevented unauthorized access attempts, and maintain an active Top Secret clearance."
✓ Enthusiastic opening
✓ Translated "IT2" to role description
✓ Specific accomplishments
✓ Clearance as asset, not afterthought
"I was a 92A in the Army for 8 years. I did supply and logistics. I am looking for a supply chain job because that is what I know how to do."
✗ MOS code without translation
✗ No enthusiasm shown
✗ Doesn't address company
✗ "That's what I know" is weak motivation
"Dear Mr. Rodriguez, When I read about Amazon's commitment to operational excellence, I knew my background in high-volume logistics was a perfect match. Over eight years managing military supply operations, I oversaw inventory worth $15M, reduced order fulfillment time by 30%, and implemented tracking systems that achieved 99.2% accuracy—metrics I'm eager to replicate in your fulfillment center."
✓ Company research evident
✓ Quantified impact
✓ Shows enthusiasm
✓ Connects experience to role
Our AI automatically avoids these common pitfalls
Shows you didn't research the company or hiring manager
Fix: Use the hiring manager's name, or "Dear [Company] Hiring Team"
Wastes the reader's time with information they already have
Fix: Tell the story behind the achievements—context, impact, and relevance
Civilian hiring managers don't understand MOS codes or acronyms
Fix: Translate everything: "Platoon Sergeant" becomes "Operations Supervisor"
Hiring managers spend 60 seconds or less on cover letters
Fix: Keep it to 3-4 paragraphs, under 400 words
Undermines your credibility before they've even met you
Fix: Focus on transferable skills and relevant achievements
Generic letters don't address the specific role's requirements
Fix: Customize each letter for the specific company and position
Why our AI approach delivers better results faster
| Feature | AI-Powered | Traditional |
|---|---|---|
| Time to create | 2-3 minutes | 30-60 minutes |
| Cost | Free (included) | $50-150 per letter |
| Customization | Tailored to each job | Often templates |
| Military translation | Automatic | Varies by writer |
| Unlimited revisions | Yes | 1-2 rounds |
| Keyword optimization | AI-powered matching | Manual |
Customize your approach for your target industry
Yes, unless the application explicitly says not to. 83% of hiring managers read cover letters, and 45% of applications are rejected for not including one. Even when "optional," a cover letter demonstrates extra effort and genuine interest.
Keep it to 250-400 words, or 3-4 short paragraphs. Hiring managers spend about 60 seconds on cover letters, so every word needs to count. Our AI automatically optimizes for the ideal length.
Absolutely—but frame it as an asset. Many employers actively seek veterans for their leadership, discipline, and unique experiences. However, always translate military terms into civilian language unless applying to defense-related positions.
Our AI analyzes the job posting and automatically tailors your cover letter to match. It pulls relevant keywords, mirrors the company's language, and highlights the most applicable aspects of your experience.
Focus on transferable skills. Military experience provides leadership, project management, team coordination, and problem-solving skills that translate to any industry. Your cover letter should connect these skills to the specific role.
Free accounts get 2 cover letters. Premium members get unlimited cover letters, allowing you to customize for every application. We recommend tailoring each letter for the best results.
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E-7, Army
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N/A (Civilian W/ No Military Experience), Non-Military Affiliated
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E-5, Air Force
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