Graduate Cover Letter Template
For recent graduates applying for their first professional role.
See the cover letter →Graduate Resume Template (Australia)
For recent university or TAFE graduates who have study, internships or casual work but are early in their career.
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Mia Nguyen
04xx xxx xxx | mia.nguyen@example.com | Carlton, VIC | linkedin.com/in/example
Career Objective
Recent Business graduate with a major in Marketing, looking for a first full-time role in a marketing or coordination team. Combines academic knowledge with practical experience from an internship and several years of casual retail work. Organised, collaborative and eager to learn from an experienced team.
Key Skills
- Marketing fundamentals
- Written and verbal communication
- Social media and content basics
- Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
- Time management and meeting deadlines
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
Education
Bachelor of Business (Marketing)2025
University example, Melbourne, VIC
Completed. Coursework included consumer behaviour, digital marketing and market research. Final-year group project on a local retail campaign.
Work Experience
Marketing InternNov 2024 – Feb 2025
XXXX Marketing Agency, Melbourne, VIC
- Supported the team with scheduling and drafting social media content for client accounts
- Helped prepare campaign reports by gathering and tidying performance data
- Took notes in client meetings and followed up on action items
Retail Assistant (Casual)Mar 2022 – Present
XXXX Retail Store, Carlton, VIC
- Provided friendly service and handled sales at the register during busy trading periods
- Trained two new casual staff on store procedures
- Managed stock displays and kept the floor presentable
Licences & Certifications
- Driver's licence (full)
- Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
Volunteer Experience
- Student mentor, university orientation program (2024) — welcomed and guided new students
Languages
- English (fluent)
- Vietnamese (conversational)
Referees
Referees available on request.
Next steps
Once your resume is ready
Pair it with a cover letter, then apply and follow up with confidence.
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Open the tool →How to Write a Resume and Cover Letter in Australia
What to include, how to structure each, and the Australian conventions to follow.
Read the guide →Resume Checklist
Run through this before you send your resume — the basics, tailoring, Australian conventions and a final check.
Open the checklist →Frequently asked questions
What should a graduate put on a resume in Australia?
Lead with your degree, then show practical experience from internships, placements and casual work. Include a short career objective, a key skills list that matches the job, and any volunteering or languages. Keep it to one or two pages.
Should a graduate resume be one or two pages?
One page is fine if you are early in your career; two pages is acceptable once you have an internship and some work history. Only include details that help an employer picture you in the role.
Do I need a LinkedIn link on my graduate resume?
It is optional. Add it only if your profile is complete, up to date and professional, since employers often check it. Otherwise, leave it off.
This template is a free, general formatting guide for Australian job seekers. JobCall provides communication templates only and is not career counselling, recruitment or legal advice. Please adapt the wording and details to your own circumstances.