APPLICATION LETTER
• What is Application Letter?
According to the Cambridge Dictionary, application letter is a letter that you write to a company when you are applying for a job. A job application letter is a letter written to a company when someone applies for a job.
• What is Purpose of Application Letter?
According to Colorado State University, its main objective is to get the applicant in the door for an interview and must be written well enough to attract the attention and interest of the person with the power to recommend or grant one. The main purpose of the application letter is to give the applicant an opportunity for an interview, it must be written well enough to attract the attention and interest of the person authorized to recommend or grant it.
• What is Struture of Application Letter?
1. Header (Contact Information)
In the header section, parties need to write information or contact where the company can contact them.
Example:
Annisa Putri
Ciledug, Jakarta, (postal code) | (phone number )| (email)
2. Salutation (Greetings)
Greetings are very important to show respect. If you know the name of the HRD or personnel, then include the name. If not, use Hiring Manager or something similar. Example: Dear Hiring Manager Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. …
3. The Body
In this section, it is important to indicate the intent of writing the letter and the qualifications of the applicant. Applicants write down qualifications, experience, and work motivation so that the company considers applicants to be job candidates.
4. Closing
The cover used on the cover letter must be professional. Applicants may use one of the following covers: Best Regards Sincerely Yours sincerely Regards
5. Signature
It is important to put a signature at the end of the letter. If it is handwritten, applicants can sign manually.
Exercise ( Page 17-18 )
Match the types of skills and the suitable profession
Key Skills | Profession |
· Self motivated · Initiative with a high level of energy · Strong verbal and personal communication skills · Decision making, critical thinking, organizing and planning · Tolerant and flexible to different situation | Teacher |
· An experienced team leader with the ability to initiate/manage cross-functional teams and Multi- Disciplinary projects. · Critical thinking, decision-making and problem solving skills. · Planning and organizing. · Exelence Personal Communication skills. | Project Manager |
· Strong communication skills · Problem analysis and problem solving · Organizational skills and customer service orientation · Adaptability and ability to work under pressure · Initiator | Customer Care |
· Analytical thinking, planning · Accuracy and Attention to details · Organization and prioritization skills. · Problem analysis, use of judgment and ability to solve problems efficiently | Accounting |
Exercise ( Page 20 )
Read the application letter on below. Then, write Down the information on the box
Generic Structure | The information |
The header | Elizabeth Johnson 12 Jones Street, Portland, Maine 04101 • 555-555-555• elizabethjohnson@email.com |
The Address | August 11, 2020 Mark Smith Manager, Human Resources Veggies to Go 238 Maine Street Portland, Maine 04101 |
A greeting | Dear Mr. Smith, |
IThe Introduction | I was so excited when my former coworker, Jay Lopez, told me about your opening for an administrative assistant in your Portland offices. A long-time Veggies to Go customer and experienced admin. I would love to help the company achieve its mission of making healthy produce as available as takeout |
The body | I’ve worked for amal companies for my entot e career, and i relish the opportunity to wear many hats and work with the team to succeed, In my employer thousands of dollars in temp workers by implementing a self scheduling system for the customer service reps That cut down oN canceled shifts. I also learned web design, time sheet coding, and perfected my Excel skills |
The close | I’ve Atta chef my resume for your consideration and hope to speak with you soon about your needs for the role |
The Signature | Sincerely, Elizabeth Johnson (signature hard copy letter) Elizabeth Johnson |
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