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Monday, January 16, 2023

APPLICATION LETTER FOR A JOB

 

APPLICATION LETTER FOR A JOB


What do you know about application letter?

Application letter is a letter that temporarily describes your skills and experience. The letter is submitted together with your resume or CV. So, before writing a good and correct application letter, there are few things you should know.

The first thing that should you know is the purpose of the application letter.

1.      Function

To formally submit or apply a job to a company. To improve your chances of being called for an interview, by convincing the reader that you would be the best person for the job. It contains a retelling or recounting of an experience. To express the interest in receiving a position. If your letter is poorly written, the reader will not likely take the time to look at your resume.

In order for an application letter to be well structured, you must know what parts to write in application letter.


2.      Parts of the letter


a. Heading

Information about the sender :
1)      Name
2)      Address
3)      Telephone number
4)      E-mail
5)      Date of writing the letter
Information about the company :
1)      Name and tittle of the recipient (recruiter)
      2)      Name and address of the company

    b. Salutation

Should be use a formal one, because it is the first thing the recipient sees when they read the cover        letter.

     c. Opening paragraph

Should be written in polite language. You should include the source of the job vacancy information        and a sincere desire to join the company.

    d. Body or content

Your introduction and presents the reader with some immediate and focused information regarding       the position you are pursuing and few core competencies that demonstrate your strength.

    e. Closing paragraph

Note that you would welcome the opportunity to meet with the recruiter to discuss your experience        and potential contributions in more detail, and that you look forward to hearing from him to her.

    f. Enclosure

       Include things like a resume, letters of recommendation, school transcripts, certificates, and essays.


The last thing that should you know is expression / sentences used in the letter.


3.      Expression / sentences used in the letter

     a. Reason writing the letter

“I am writing to apply for the position of….”

    b,  Education and previous experience

“With a BS degree in….”

    c.  What makes you ideal for this position

“I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position”

    d.  Closing Statement

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



After knowing the function, parts of the letter, and expression. We will see examples of good and        correct application letter.


4.      Job a letter



Lande, Shyla K. & Eka Mulya Astuti. 2010. Forward an English. Jakarta: Penerbit Erlangga.


Well, we’ve learned how to compile and see an example of an application letter, then we’ll look for    information on recruitment vacancies to make an application letter.

 

5.      Job Advertisment

 




After finding then next job vacancy info, we will make an application letter based on the vacancy.


6.      Writing a job letter

Yassarulya Atha

Jl. Dewi Sartika Raya 13

Semarang, Gunung Pati

0895705852022

sassabilbina@gmail.com

 

Semarang, 4 September 2022

 

Ibu. Emasari

Head of human resource division

PT. Citra Gemilang Propertindo

Jl. KH Samanhudi No.13, Surakarta

 

Dears, Mrs. Emasari

 

            I am writing to apply for the project supervisor position advertised in the Instagram. 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 main strengths that I possess for success in this position include skills in AutoCAD, Sketchup, and 3D Rendering. With a S1 in civil engineering, I have full understanding of correct stages of building work. I also familiar with how to read working drawings and calculate budget estimate plan. I have internship experience in contractor for 6 months. I also have experience in learning and mastering new technologies as needed.

            Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

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

 

 Sincerely      


Yassaruya Atha



By studying this application letter, you will be able to make your application letter to apply for a job tomorrow. Make sure you don’t copy the contents; you have to adjust it to your abilities and company needs. Hopefully this article can help you making an application letter later. 


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