WRITING SKILL HOW TO WRITE AN APPLICATION LETTER

WRITING SKILL HOW TO WRITE AN APPLICATION LETTER IN ENGLISH

What is exactly an application letter? An application letter is more than just a brief cover note in which you merely introduce yourself or ask the employer to accept your application. However, it provides you with an opportunity to SELL YOURSELF as a highly suitable candidate for the job.

Types of an application letter There are usually two types of application letters: One is a response to an advertised position or personal contact and the other is seeking to be considered for possible vacancies and is often called ‘speculative’ or ‘cold canvas’ letter.

Parts of an application letter 1. Your name and address 2. The date 3. The person and address you are writing to 4. Salutation 5. Why you writing 6. Who you are 7. Marketing yourself 8. Other documents you may include 9. Closure

Your name and address which include suburb in capital letter The date: use a long date • In response to a job advertisement which you need to quote in detail • seeking to. The be considered for anyyou vacant positions person & address are writing to: which might become available (speculative or cold Include the person’s name & title if you know canvasyou letter) it. However, can address to human resources manager only if you do not know the name salutation

Marketing yourself: Tell about your experience/skill developed which is relevant, reason for wanting the job, and benefit you will bring to them Write about your previous education such as the name of university or the Grade Point Average (GPA)

Closure: use ‘yours sincerely’ if you address the Other documents you may include: person by name and ‘yours faithfully’ if you don’tyou can provide details on how to contact you and let know the name them know that you expect the interview opportunity