Application Letter
By RINA SOFIA
An Application Letter is a well-written note which
written to notify the employer that you want to
fill a vacant position. A good application letter
must be made as simple as possible. It contains an
important information about yourself.
Some Tips for writing Application Letter:
● Be specific in the subject line and say what job you are applying for.
● Start your email with Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms + person's surname.
● Say where you saw the advertisement.
● Say which job you're applying for. You can use the sentence I'm
writing in response to the job advertisement for the position of … .
● Write a short paragraph to say why you're suitable for the
job.Mention your education, qualifications, work experience or skills.
Con’t
● Attach a CV (also known as a résumé in the USA) with more
information about your qualifications and background.
● End by saying I look forward to hearing from you soon or I hope to
hear from you soon.
● Sign off with Best regards or Best wishes.
Social Generic Structure of Application Letter:
function of ● Applicant Address
Application ● Date
Letter: ● Employer’s addres
● Salutation
To apply for a ● Opening paragraph
job ● Body of the letter
● Closing Paragraph
● Closing
● Signature
From: Miranda Sifania@gmail.com (sender)
To: Satria Wirawan@JPH.com, HRD Manager (receiver)
Subject: Application for sales manager position
Dear Mr Wirawan, (Salutation)
I am writing in response to the job advertisement on the JPPN
website for the position of sales manager. (opening paragraph)
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I have five years of experience in sales. For the last four years, I o
have worked as a team leader, managing a team of 25 sales n
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assistants in a large store. I have experience in hiring, training and e
managing staff. I have good communication skills and I can speak n
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Chinese, Japanese and English.
I have attached my CV with more information about my background
and qualifications.
I look forward to hearing from you soon. (Closing paragraph)
Yours faithfully (Enclosure)
Miranda Sifania
LET’S HAVE EXERCISES
JOBS EDUCATIONS SKILLS
Task 1
Put the words in the correct
group
sales assistant -
communication skills - high
school
diploma - IT consultant -
degree in information
technology - ability to work
under pressure Master’s in
Engineering - certificate in
hotel management - engineer
- marketing manager - good
team player - good at problem
solving
Task 2
Complete the following sentences by the phrases in the
box.
1. Dear __________,
2. I am writing to __________ whether you have any
vacancies in your company.
3. I am writing __________ your advertisement in
the newspaper.
4. __________ a copy of my CV for more detailed
information about my work experience.
5. As you can see from my enclosed CV, my
experience and qualifications match this position
__________
6. _________ additional information, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
● in response to
● I have inserted
● If you want
● Mr Wood
● ask you
● requirements
Task 3
Text 1
Read the following application letter and answer the questions based on it
March 23, 2021
HR.Manager Aston Hotel
Jl Sentot Prawirodirjo 145 Jember
Dear Sir,
Being interested in the post of waiter supervisor you advertised last week in your web, I
would like to apply for the vacancy.
I am 20 years old and have graduated from SMK Negeri 1 Jember majoring in restaurant
service. Currently, I am working at Sea Food Restaurant.
Attaching copies of my certificates, CV, and my recent photograph, I am available for an
interview at your convenience. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Faithfully your
Nindya Safira
Text 2
Dear Mr. Firbun,
Responding to your advertisement in last Tuesday’s Guardian newspaper for a trainee
accounts manager, please find enclosed my CV. I am interested in the job advertised
because your company is well known as a world leader in creating innovative products.
As a recent graduate, I am well aware that I have much to learn and it is exactly this kind of
challenging environment that I am seeking. You will also see from my CV that I am a
person who result oriented. The achievements that I mostly proud about are rising over $
20,000 for a local charity and finishing the New York Marathon.
Regarding other requirements, I believe I am a suitable candidate for the position
because I hold a degree in Economic, I am flexible about working hours, I have good
organizational skills.
I am also available for interview at any time convenient to you. Please don’t hesitate to
contact me at any time by phone or in writing if you have further questions.
Yours sincerely,
Adam Smith
Questions:
Text 1:
1. What is the text about?
2. Why did she write a letter?
3. How did she know the job offered?
4. What position did she want?
5. Is she a fresh graduate? How do you know?
Text 2:
1. What is the text mainly discussed?
2. What position did Mr Smith apply for?
3. Why was he interested in that job?
4. Do you think he is suited for that job?
5. What will happen next if the company is interested in his application
Task 4
Write the phrases from the box into the most appropriate section below
● As you can see from my CV ● I have five years experience in this
● Currently, I’m working as a . . . . . field.
● I’m in charge of ● I look forward to hearing from
● I’m particularly interested in this you.
position ● I will be available for an interview
● I’m very keen to use my English at your convenience.
● I’m writing in reply to your ● I would be happy to discuss . . . . .
advertisement. ● Please do not hesitate to contact
me for . . . . .
● In response to your
advertisement in . . . . .
OPENING: EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
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_______________________________________________________ _____________________________________
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REASONS FOR APPLYING
__________________________________________________ CLOSING THE LETTER
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LET’S PRACTICE
● Find an ads about job vacancy
● Create an application letter based on it.
THANK
YOU
