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(Part 4)
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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.
🏹 Purpose Of Application Letter
The Purpose of Application letter is to improve your chances of being called for an interview, by convincing the reader that you would be the best person for the job.
To express your interest in attending an institution or receiving a position. it showcases your abilities and strenghts, and illustrates your
experience.
If your letter is poorly written, the reader will not likely take the time to look at your resume.
🏹Types Of Application Letter
application letters can be classified into 3 broad groups.
They include:
1. Job Application Letter
2. Academic Application Letter
3. Personal Application Letter
Examples of job application letters include:
See cover letters
Examples of academic application letters include:
1. Application letter seeking permission
2. Scholarship application letter
3. Application for leave of absence/in advance
4. Application for a seat in the hostel
5. Application for a testimonial, etc.
Examples of personal application letters include:
1. Loan application letter
2. Rental application letter
3. Application letter for a deduction of fine
5. Application withdrawal letter
6. Internship application letter
7. Transfer application letter
8. Application letter for a travel grant, etc.
🏹 Generic Structure
- Heading: A letter of application should begin with both you and the employer's contact information (name, address, phone number, email) followed by the date).
- The Salutation
- Dear Sir
- Dear Madam
- Dear Mr. Alvin
- Body of the letter
a. Opening paragraph
Contains the applicant's intent in the form of the desired position according to the published/available vacancies
Example :
- I am writing to apply for the.....
- I wish to apply for the position as a ….
- I am interested in applying for ….
b. Middle paragraph
describe the applicant's experience/education/skills/strengths
c. Closing paragraph
The part that contains hope to get attention
Example:
- I hope my qualifications and working experiences could be your consideration and look forward to your reply.
- I am very much willing to come over for a personal interview with you anytime during office hours
- If you need any further information, you may contact me at 0878345829. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
- Complimentary Close
Example : Best / Sincerely / Sincerely yours / Faithfully / Respectfully yours, followed by your name.
- Signature
🏹 Language Features Of Application Letter
- Use Simple Present Tense
- Use formal language or not slang
- Use Future Tense
- Use Action Verb
- Targeted subject line, include the job title and a branding statement
- Explain the obvious reason why you are writing in opening statement
- Explain your accomplishments which the company mayneed it to hire you
- Write politely, effectively, and communicative Present Tense
🏹 Important Language Features In Application Letter
- your address as the sender in the top right-hand corner
- the receiver's name and address on the left-hand side
- the correct opening (Dear Sir/Madam, Dear Mr Smith, Dear Editor, a suitable opening, sentence, Avoid opening with 'I am writing to you.
- a number of well developed paragraphs
- avoidance of shortened farms (eg, I'm, dan't, won't, etc.
- use of appropriate vocabulary, suitable and appropriate signing off
🏹 What should a Application letter contain ?
Here’s more detail about what should a application letter contain , there’s a fews points that u should take a note.
▫️ Sender/contact details
List your contact details at the top of the document. Provide the recipient with multiple contact options by including a phone number and a legitimate e-mail address in addition to your home address.
▫️Subject
There’s no need to experiment here either. The recipient should be able to see immediately what kind of document they have and what position you are applying for. Make the subject a short title instead of using whole sentences like “I would like to apply for position X” or “I am applying for the position of X”.
▫️Greeting
If you know your contact person, you can address them by name. If this person has a title, you should use it – if there are several titles, the highest title is sufficient (e.g. “Prof.”, even if the full name contains “Prof. Dr.”). If you do not know your contact person, write “Dear Madam/Sir”. However, it is advisable to research who the contact person is, and address them personally in the cover letter.
▫️Introductory remarks
The introduction is about arousing the reader’s interest in only 3 to 5 lines so that they do not immediately reject your application. You can do this as follows:
- Briefly state your motivation for the application. Ideally, you can use the introduction to highlight that your interest in the position results from your previous work experience and that the advertised job position fits optimally to your interests and qualifications. However, limit yourself to a few sentences.
- State the main argument for your application. This can be specific knowledge and skills, your professional experience, studies and training, or previous successes. Be sure to concentrate on the essentials. More detailed descriptions should only take place in the main body of the text.
- A leading sentence rounds off the introduction. For example, you can emphasize your willingness to perform.
▫️Main body
This section is about selling yourself as a worker and person as convincingly as possible. The main section should cover the following points:
- Name the most relevant hard skills you possess for the job. Be sure to include the skills that are explicitly required in the job posting. Don’t just list these skills, but explain how you acquired or used them by referring to your previous work experience or education.
- Also list your outstanding soft skills . At many workplaces, certain soft skills are particularly in demand, e.g. the ability to work in a team, problem-solving competence, and resistance to stress. Soft skills are usually more difficult to prove, but some soft skills are automatically associated with specific positions or industries. If an applicant mentions their experience in a marketing agency, it is quite credible for them to draw attention to their communication skills. However, avoid too many personal soft skills that are difficult to prove (e.g. knowledge of human nature, empathy), or those that are not of any use for the desired position.
- The main part of your skills should relate as much as possible to the job you’re applying for. In this way, you can explain why your skills make you the ideal candidate for the job. It is also an elegant way to move on to the next section.
▫️Corporate reference
In this section, you will answer the following questions:
How can I enrich the company and why did I choose this company as my employer? You should give the reader the impression that you are the perfect candidate for the position. Not only do you need to relate your skills to the professional position, but you also need to explain why you as a person fit into the company. You can achieve this in the following way, for example:
- Describe the job as your next career step. This will give you the impression that the job you are aiming for is the logical next step in your career.
- Briefly outline the reasons why you find the company interesting. Highlight the positioning of the company within the industry. Explain why it is your personal goal to work in this company.
▫️ Ending
The last impression is one of the most important. However, if the reader has held out to the end, the cover letter has probably already been interesting enough so you will only have to do a little persuasion work. However, always express your wish for feedback. Also signal your willingness to appear personally in the company for a job interview. If an earlier starting date is also possible for you, this is a plus point that you could attach at the end. This can be particularly helpful if the company wants to fill the position promptly.
🏹 Important Points Should Include in Application Letter
- The heading, which includes your name and contact information.
- A greeting addressed to a specific person, if possible.
- The introduction , which should include why the applicant is writing.
- The body, which discusses your relevant qualifications.
- The close, which thanks the reader and provides contact information and follow-up details.
- Your signature to end the letter .
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🏹 Tips For Writting a Application Letter
To ensure that your application supports rather than detracts from your resume, follow these tips:
Get off to a direct start: In your first paragraph, explain why you are writing. Mention the job title and company name, and also where you came across the job listing. While you can also briefly mention why you are a strong candidate, this section should be short and to-the-point.
Offer something different than what's in your resume: You can make your language a bit more personal than in your resume bullet points, and you can tell a narrative about your work experience and career.
Make a good case. Your first goal with this letter is to progress to the next step: an interview. Your overarching goal, of course, is to get a job offer. Use your application letter to further both of these causes. Offer details about your experience and background that show why you are a good candidate. How have other jobs prepared you for the position? What would you bring to the position, and to the company? Use this space to emphasize your strenght
Close with all the important details. Include a thank you at the end of your letter. You can also share your contact information. If you'd like, mention how you will follow up.
🏹 What you shouldn’t include in your Application letter
There are some things that should never be in your cover letter. Here are some things to watch out for.
- Typos or Mistake
Always spellcheck your cover letter. It's even better to get someone else to read it and point out any mistakes or confusing things.
People you could ask to read your cover letter include friends, family members, your careers teacher or a careers counsellor at your university or TAFE.
Double-check everything in your cover letter. If you mention a company's name, make sure you spell it right. If you mention places you've worked before, make sure you spell their names right, too
- Including your whole resume in your cover letter
Don't cut and paste your resume into your cover letter. Try to re-word the information in your resume, rather than just repeating it. Keep your cover letter short and let your resume tell the whole story.
- Using ‘I’ too much
Try not to over use phrases like ‘I believe’, ‘I have’ and ‘I am’. Remember, it’s not about you – it’s about how you can help the employer.
Once you've written your letter, read over it, and try to take out or rewrite as many sentences that start with ‘I’ as you can.
- Don't mention your other job applications
You're probably applying for more than one job at a time. However, it’s best not to mention other job applications. Your letter should aim to convince the employer that you really want this job.
Even though most employers will assume you're applying for more than one job, you don’t need to mention it.
🏹 Example Letter of Application Letter
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