Application Letter
APPLICATION LETTER
Definition
A letter of application, also known as a cover letter, is 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 you 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.
Purpose
- Headings
- Subject
- Greetings
- Body of Letters
- First paragraph, can explain why you made the letter. State the job you are applying for and where you found the job vacancy.
- Second paragraph, should contain what you have to offer the recruiter including your skills and work experience. State why you are the strongest candidate for the job.
- Third paragraph, your knowledge of the company. Show that you did your research and know something about the business and how you can contribute to its mission.
- Fourth paragraf, your closing, Summarize what you would bring to the position and suggest next steps by requesting a meeting or suggesting a call.
- Closing
- Signatures
- Add contact details, date, salutation, and letter's purpose
Format your expression of interest like a standard business letter, with the following details aligned to the left, taking a new line for the details in every bullet point:
Your name
Your job title, if applicable
Your phone number
Your email address
Your street address
Your city, state/territory and postcode
The date written in full
Recipient's name, if known
Recipient's company
Recipient's street address
Recipient's city, state/territory and postcode
Salutation
- Introduce yourself
Your first paragraph can tell the employer who you are and why you are writing to them. Discuss why you'd like an opportunity with the company, making specific references to the elements of the business you like, such as its products and values. If you're interested in a particular department or job title, note this in your introduction.
- Describe your background
Your second paragraph can show the employer the value you'd bring to their organization. Note your relevant skills and some of your key accomplishments. Mention your qualifications and work history without going into great detail, as the employer can learn more by reading your resume.
- Write a positive conclusion
Conclude your expression of interest by thanking the employer for reading your letter. Note that you can attend an interview when it's convenient for the company. A positive conclusion can encourage the employer to keep your expression of interest until they're ready to hire new staff. Add a professional sign-off and your signature above your printed name.
How to Write an Effective Application Letter
1. Specifically state what it is that you are applying for or interested in applying for (e.g., the position, appointment, student or other visa, extension on a deadline, loan, credit card, etc.).
2. Identify the reason that you are applying. Be as specific as possible.
3. Give the reasons that you feel you merit or qualify for the position or object/thing you are applying for, if applicable (e.g., your goals, experience, qualifications or accomplishments, positive traits, and so forth).
4.Identify what you hope to accomplish by sending your letter and the action you would like the recipient to take.
5. Indicate the date by which you would like a response to your letter or by which you would like the action to be taken.
6. Refer to any other documents you have included with your letter, such as application or other forms, letters of recommendation, resume, examples of your work, etc.
7. Include a request for any information you would like to be sent, if applicable.
8. Include your contact information, such as e-mail address or phone number where you can most easily be reached and the time(s) when you available for calls, etc.
9. Close your letter by sincerely thanking the person for his/her time or for any assistance he/she can give you.
SAMPLE
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