One thing I am struggling with during this job search is figuring out whether cover letters even matter anymore for tech roles. Some people say they never write them, others insist they are important. For hiring managers or recruiters here, do you actually read cover letters when reviewing applications? I would really appreciate hearing what worked for other people because I feel stuck lately.

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Haven't used cover letters in years. Has not hindered me. I am rethinking in this current job market since I have applied to dozens of jobs and have yet to get an interview.

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I found cover letters helpful when I was trying to pivot to an engineer role from consulting. The hiring manager for my first engineer role noted that my cover letter had a positive impact on my application.

Now that I’m an engineer, I don’t find much value in submitting cover letters for engineer roles because my resume covers everything :)

Cover letters still matter but much less than they used to. They still matter in certain situations. Nowadays, your resume, LinkedIn profile, certifications, projects, and interview performance hold more weight than a cover letter.

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