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Application Letter Part-4



 


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.


CONCLUTION OF APPLICATION LETTER

An application letter is a standalone document you submit to a potential employer to express your interest in an open position. The letter should highlight your achievements and skills, helping to get the attention of the hiring manager or recruiter responsible for reviewing applications.


 

1. what is the last part of general structure in a job application letter?

A. Heading

B. Salutation (Greetings)

C. Signature

D. The body

E. Closing

Answer : C


the text below to answer questions no. 2-5


Dian Sastrowardoyo


Jalan Elang 89

Tangerang Selatan 19837


October, 30th 2018


PO BOX 1393

JKB 11013


To whom it may concern,


I’m applying for the Project Manager position advertised through Jakarta Post. As shown in the enclosed resume, I have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineer graduated from Universitas Indonesia on 2007.


My current work as Project Management in various multinational company has given me firsthand experience in the challenge associated with the development of a successful Petrochemical Company. In addition, I have excellent managerial and communication skills both in Bahasa Indonesia as well as English.


This background, combined with over ten years of Ethylene Plant Operation as Project Management, has given me a unique perspective that would be particularly valuable in meeting the responsibilities of this position, as described in your position. I am and independent individual who capable to work under pressure.


I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in more detail and look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.


Sincerely,

Dian Sastrowardoyo


2.  Who wrote the application letter?

a. Project Manager

b. Jakarta Post

c. Dian Sastrowardoyo

d. Chemical Engineer

Answer: C

3.  What is the job position that applicant applied for?

a. Project Manager

b. General Manager

c. Chemical Engineer

d. Academician

Answer : A


4.  Where did the company advertise the job opening?

a. Kompas

b. Jakarta Globe

c. Tribun

d. Jakarta Post

Answer : D

5. What are the skills that applicant presented on the application letter?

a. Managerial and communication skills

b. Accounting and managerial skills

c. Public speaking and communication skills

d. Bahasa Indonesia and English

Answer : A



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