Can a writing sample be anything?

Can a writing sample be anything?

Just like your resume and cover letter, a writing sample should max out at one page (unless you're specifically asked to send something longer, like a research paper). A hiring manager has a lot to read. If your sample is longer than a page, it'll be skimmed (or perhaps not even read beyond a certain point).

What is a writing sample for internship?

Writing samples are simply good examples of your writing skills. They are designed to ascertain whether you have the necessary writing and often research skills to complete required tasks of the position you seek.

What do you do if you don’t have a writing sample?

One strategy is to put together a portfolio of related writing samples. For example, you may not have written a white paper before, but you may have written an e-book or long-form magazine article. … Take a look at the writing you've done. Pull together some samples that are related to typical B2B writing projects.