Application_letters_for_jobs.pptVIP

Chapter 5 Application letter ResumePart II Letters of Application (for a job) Why we need to write job application letters? When a job is offered and you want it, you need to write an application letter. When you take the initiative to inquire if there would be any position /opening/vacancy available . Good letter----Good impression—Interview---Employment. Therefore , you should write it carefully and successfully and leave a very good impression. Three sections to be included in the body of this letter? SectionⅠ: You start the letter in the following ways: Mention the job applied for and tell why you want it. Inquire whether there is a certain vacancy and tell you would like to work there. I should like to apply for the post of……which you advertised in today’s issue of …… Through ……, I have learned that you are hiring…… I was interested to read in the magazine of…..that …. I would like to be considered as a candidate for……advertised in…/I have just seen in the …… I’m writing to explore the possibility of working in your company…… I’m writing to inquire whether there is / you need…. Section Ⅱ Provide information about yourself as follows: -----personal background; -----education; -----academic qualifications; -----work experience; -----additional information about personal skills and specific training. Section Ⅲ At the end of the letter, you may 1) express your wish to be interviewed or to be connected. 2) possibly mention your expected salary but cautiously (better not to mention) . e.g. I should like to join your organization, it would not be advisable for me to do so for less than 3,000 which is my present salary. 3) ask to be offered information or application forms. 4) state you enclose your resume in the letter. 5) say thanks. More Expressions for Applying for a Job I am seeking /interested in a challenging position in