1、Letters of Applicationlecture 14group 2 2016.12.14.精品课件.1Questions:Whats the basic structure of a letter?Whats the meaning of cover letter?How to write a cover letter?.精品课件.2Letters of Application whats a letter of application?A letter of application,also known as a cover letter,is an application do
2、cument sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience.The letter of application is intended to provide detailed information on why are you are qualified for the job.Effective application letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization
3、 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.精品课件.3Letters of Application The Body of Letter First Paragraph:Explain why yo
4、u are writing-mention the job you are applying for and where you found the listing.Middle Paragraph(s):State what you have to offer the employer-mention why your skills and experiences are a good fit for the job.For each skill or quality you mention,provide a specific example.Last Paragraph:Say than
5、k you to the hiring manager for considering you and note how you will follow up.精品课件.4Letters of Application Letter of Application Tips Read below for advice on writing a strong letter of application.Use business letter format.Sell yourself.Use keywords.Keep it brief.Proofread.精品课件.5Basic structure:
6、Heading:505,Building 8,Huayuan Street Guangzhou 510620 Dateline:October 5,2012Inside Address:Mr.Thomas Harris Manager 9 Jianshe Road Guangzhou 510000Salutation:Dear Mr.Harris:Body:.精品课件.6First Paragraph:Explain why you are writing With my thorough secretarial and accounting training background,I wis
7、h to apply for an entry-level secretarial position.精品课件.7First Paragraph:Useful Expressions Im writing to you to apply for 我给您写信是想申请 Im applying for the position advertised in 我申请您广告招聘的职位。Your advertisement attracted me because I know I have the qualifications you need.贵方广告对我很有吸引力，因为我具备贵方要 求的条件。This
8、 is in answer to your advertisement in 我在读到您发布的招聘广告。.精品课件.8Middle Paragraphs:State what you have to offer the employer My training at International Commercial College,coupled with summer and part-time work experience have helped me develop these skills and I would like to have a chance to explain ho
9、w I can put them to work for your organization.精品课件.9Middle Paragraphs:State what you have to offer the employer Ever since I studied management in the junior college,I have done well both in secretarial studies and accounting,and I am very interested in both fields.精品课件.10Middle Paragraphs:State wh
10、at you have to offer the employer The position which offers an opportunity to utilize my training in these two fields will be ideal for me,but enthusiasm and sincere desire to become an administrative secretary are the driving force of my career plans.精品课件.11Middle Paragraphs:Useful Expressions My b
11、usiness experience has been sufficiently broad for me to adapt to the work.本人商务工作经验丰富，能够胜任这项工作。I am full of enthusiasm and energy in my work.本人对工作热情饱满，精力充沛。I welcome increasing responsibilities in a quick-paced setting.我愿意在快节奏地环境中承担更多的责任。.精品课件.12Last Paragraph:State your desire and require The enclo
12、sed resume describes my education and work experience,but I would like to discuss the possibility with you soon May I have an interview?I look forward to your call at 8567921or your letter to the above address.精品课件.13Last Paragraph:Useful Expressions I would welcome a personal interview at your conv
13、enience.请您在方便的时候给予面试的机会。May I schedule an appointment with you?我们能安排一次面谈吗？Will you please call me at your convenience?你能在方便的时候给我打电话吗？A copy of my transcript is enclosed.附寄成绩单一份。.精品课件.14Group WorkWrite a letter to apply for a job advertised in China Daily.Your letter should include the following information:purpose for application,your qualifications,and your career goal.精品课件.15.精品课件.16
