APPLICATION LETTER

Definition : A letter of application, also known as a cover letter, ia a document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience.

A letter of application typically provides detailed information on why are you are qualified for the job are applying for. Effective application letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.

Your application letter should let the employer know what position you are applying for, why the employer should select you for an interview, and how you will follow-up.

When writing an application letter you should include :

1.      First paragraph: Why you are writing-mention the job you are applying for and where you found the listing.

2.      Middle paragraph(s): what you have to offer the employer-mention why your skills and experience are a good fit for the job.

3.      Last paragraph: Say thank you to the hiring manager for considering you and note how you will follow up.

There are many ways you can write a letter for a job. One way is your address, phone number, and the date must be on the letter. Always address the letter to the person named in the add. If there is no name mentioned write Sir/Madam or phone the company and get the correct name. When you write a letter put in the following information.

Contents:

1.      Refer to the job and where and when you saw it advertised.

2.      Put in any information about work you have done before.

3.      Give your telephone number in the letter.

4.      Close your letter by saving how suitable you are for the job.

If your letter starts with Sir/Madam, always end with Yours Faithfully. If you start with a person’s name end with Yours Sincerenly. Sign your name and have your name printed underneath.

An example of a letter is

72 Smith Street

Homeville 1234

3 March 2000

The Manager

Presentation Are Us

PO BOX 782

Showtown 4321

Dear Sir/Madam

Please accept my application for the position of Sales Representative as advertised in the Showntown News on 14 February 2007.

I am currently working as a Sales Representative for Homeway Productions and am keen to obtain a full time position. I hold a certificate in Sales and am prepared to undergo further training if necessary. Please find enclosed my resume in support of my application.

I am confident my skills and previous work experience will enable me to perform the duties of the position well. I am available for an interview at a time convenient to you and can be contacted by telephone on (05) 7286 3159

Yours faithfully

Sarah Smith

Things to remember

1.      Before writing an application, find out as much as you can about the job.

2.      Make a draft plan first with what you want to put in your application.

3.      Write it as many times as you want until you get it right.

4.      Always check spelling and watch your grammar. Get someone to proof read it for mistakes before you send it.

5.      Write neatly, but get it typed if you can.

6.      Make sure you use clean A4 size paper.

7.      Always send copies of everything, except the application letter.

8.      Tell the people who wrote you a reference you are being interviewed before you go.

9.      Keep a copy of your application.

10.  Make a number of copies of your resume and send one off each time you apply for a job.

11.  Keeps your resume up to date.

The another example of appplication letter

John Donaldson
8 Sue Circle
Smithtown, CA 08067
909-555-5555
john.donaldson@emailexample.com

Date

George Gilhooley
XYZ Company
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three references.

The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position. The key strengths that I possess for success in this position include:

·         I have successfully designed, developed, and supported live use applications

·         I strive for continued excellence

·         I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of a software development project. I also have experience in learning and excelling at new technologies as needed.

Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

I can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldson@emailexample.com or my cell phone, 909-555-5555.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity.

Sincerely,

John Donaldson