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Specify the exact job title you are applying for, as well as the reference number (if available).

We recommend the following structure:

Why the company?
Why are you interested in the company and the advertised position? Explain the reasons for your interest and describe what particularly appeals to you about the role and the company. Provide specific sources of your motivation, such as guest lectures, career fairs, acquaintances, or publications. Be specific and personal in addressing your interest.
Why me?

What makes you the right person for the job? Why should the company hire you? Explain the skills and qualifications you bring, and how you can apply them within the company.

You can highlight outstanding achievements, particularly those not listed in your CV, and support them with numbers and facts. However, avoid simply repeating information from your CV; instead, offer new insights or delve deeper into points that were only briefly mentioned.

The purpose of the motivation letter is to provide the recruiter with new information about you and your motivation that isn’t evident in your CV.

Provide concrete examples of your experiences that align with the requirements mentioned in the job description. This will show the company the value you can bring by hiring you. However, avoid excessive details and focus on the most relevant skills.
Why you and the company?
Why do you believe you and the company are well-matched? What unique contribution can you make in this role? Summarize your key points and emphasize the added value you can bring to the company.
Conclude your motivation letter with a short sentence explaining what happens next. If possible, mention when you would be available to start.