Quick summary
You can attach supporting documents when you apply on Indeed. Sometimes, employers require more information, or we may recommend including a cover letter if your work history differs from the job posting. In this article, we'll show when to include a cover letter and how to add up to five supporting documents.
Getting started
- Create an account or sign in.
- Find a job that matches your profile and preferences.
- Click or tap Apply now.
When do you include a cover letter?
During the application process
- It's an optional step unless the employer requires it.
- If your work history doesn't match the job's requirements. We may recommend adding a cover letter, updating your profile, or both.
Some employers allow you to:
- Write a cover letter directly into the application
- Upload a file
- Apply without a cover letter
How do you add a cover letter?
Using the free-text field
- Add up to 4,000 characters
- Required cover letters need at least one character
Uploading a file
- Upload up to five supporting documents for each job application.
- File types best supported include PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, or RTF.
FAQs
Question: Can I edit or replace a cover letter after applying?
Answer: No, not at this time.
Question: Can I get help writing cover letters?
Answer: Yes. These FAQs about letter writing can help you find Career Guide resources about this topic.
Question: Can I upload or add a cover letter?
Answer: Yes. These FAQs list questions and answers about uploading and submitting cover letters.
Contacting us
Step 1
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Step 2
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