6.4 Flashcards
is a one page personal document that explains the
applicant’s relevant work experiences, professional skills, and personal interest
to a potential employer.
Application Letter
When writing an application letter, you must constitute the following body structure:
Opening Paragraph
Second Paragraph
Third Paragraph
Closing Paragraph
State the position you are applying for and let the recipient know how you discovered the job advertisement or announcement.
Opening Paragraph
Explain why you are interested in the position and share your relevant skills, experiences, and accomplishments.
Second Paragraph
Justify why you are best fit for the position and give your reader reasons for considering your application. Refer the recipient to your enclosed resume
Third Paragraph
Show gratitude to the recipient and offer follow up information by
stating your contact details for a future interview.
Closing Paragraph
Tips in Writing Application Letter
Use an appropriate business letter format
Write clearly and concisely
Know your subject well
Refrain from using shortcuts
Proofread your work
Use a formal business letter format when writing your application letter.
Include all basic parts of a business letter such as heading, date, inside
address, salutation, body, complimentary closing, and signature.
Use an appropriate business letter format
State your purpose in a simple and straightforward manner. It is
imperative to introduce yourself to someone you have not spoken to
before jumping into your purpose.
Write clearly and concisely
Be knowledgeable about your subject before you start writing about it.
Start your message by addressing the recipient properly and greeting
him/her sincerely.
Know your subject well
Avoid using abbreviations, contractions, slang, and other informal
words. Always use appropriate and formal words to keep
professionalism in your messages.
Refrain from using shortcuts
Take time to go over with your message if there are misspelled words,
grammatical errors, and awkward messages.
Proofread your work
It is composed of four numbers that
are specifically assigned to a certain locality. This specific code helps post office
personnel in sorting out letters and distributing the letter to the intended reader.
Zone Improvement Plan (ZIP)
