1、 Letters of Application Letters of Application ObjectivesObjectivesTo learn some samplesTo master some guidelines for writing letters of applicationTo learn some useful expressions IntroductionIntroduction Main PurposesMain Purposes1.Allowing you to sell yourself 2.Giving you the opportunity to demo
2、nstrating your personal qualities 3.Showing a prospective employer your ability to write a letter Guidelines for Writing(1)Guidelines for Writing(1)Send a customized application Target your application letter Dont rehash your resume Personalize your letter Guidelines for Writing(2)Guidelines for Wri
3、ting(2)Use email for application lettersSpell check and proofreadWrite simply and clearly Review application letter samplesKeep copies ReviewReviewTo learn some samplesTo master some guidelines for writing letters of applicationTo learn some useful expressions Keys to PracticeKeys to Practice Practi
4、ce 1 1)application 2)advertised 3)graduated 4)account 5)commission 6)change 7)further 8)advance 9)responsible 10)ability Practice 2Practice 2 Dear Sir/Madam,I have learned from a friend that there is a vacancy for an accountant in your company.I d like to apply for the position.I majored in Accounti
5、ng at Northeast University in Boston,from which I graduated on June 20.I have letters of recommendation from my instructors in this subject.I should like to have the opportunity to show them to you.Although I have had no previous experience in accounting,I am acquainted with the procedure.Perhaps yo
6、u will agree that such qualities of mine as persistence,patience and the willingness to work hard make me considered for the job wanted.Ill be glad to have an interview at your convenience.Yours sincerely,Linda Blake Practice 3Practice 31)can definitely help your company in the critical customer ser
7、vice area2)20 years of experience in the sales and marketing,6 of those in sales management3)Extensive team management and team building experience4)I am confident that my ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with customers will benefit your company5)After youve reviewed my resume,I
8、would welcome an opportunity to discuss your companys goals6)I will contact your office to see if we can set up an appointment at your convenience Writing TaskWriting Task Dear Sir,Having heard that the position of salesman in your company is vacant,I wish to offer my services for it.I have worked a
9、s a vehicle salesperson for AD Co.for the past four years.Before my present employment,I worked for the Department Store as a salesclerk in the electrical section.I would like to make a change now because I feel that I can go no further in my present job,I feel that my training should enable me to advance into a better and more responsible position,and it appears that this will not be forthcoming at my present position.I hope to have the pleasure of your granting me an interview.Sincerely yours,