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Application Letter Part 2

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Application Letter

An application letter, also known as a "cover letter," is sent with your resume during the job application process. A letter adds more personality to your application by providing more details about your background and interest in the position, while a resume outlines your professional skills and experience more. In this article, we explain how to write an effective and engaging job application letter. 

The purpose : 

The application letter should let the employer know what position you are

applying for, what makes you a strong candidate, why they should select you

for an interview, and how you will follow up.

What is a job application letter?

An application letter is a standalone document you submit to a potential employer to express your interest in an open position. The job application letter explains who you are as a professional and an individual. The letter should highlight your achievements and skills, helping to get the attention of the hiring manager or recruiter responsible for reviewing applications. When written well, this letter explains to the reader why they should ask you in for an interview and highlights the key qualifications that make you a fit for the role.

A job application letter can impress a potential employer and set you apart from other applicants. In your letter, you may also want to show your familiarity with the company to which you’re applying. You can talk about how your professional goals and aspirations align with the company’s goals. It’s important to use your job application letter to showcase aspects of your personality.

Job Application Letter Tips

1. Emphasize your skills and abilities

An application letter is your opportunity to sell yourself as an excellent candidate for the open position. Include specific examples of situations in which you applied your experience, abilities, and skills to benefit the organization. It is also helpful to include data that supports your claims.

2. Stay concise

Although it may be tempting to include a lot of detailed information about yourself, it is important to be concise. If a hiring manager receives a letter that is multiple pages, they may not take the time to read it. A brief letter is more manageable and appealing.

3. Proofread the letter

Since this letter is serving as your first impression, you want to make sure It is as positive as possible. Make sure your letter does not have any grammatical or spelling errors to avoid a potentially negative first impression.

4. Review the job listing keywords

Most job postings will include certain skills and abilities that the hiring manager and supervisor want applicants to possess. Including these keywords in your application letter helps to show the person reviewing it you would be a good fit in that specific role.

5. Send a letter for every position to which you apply

Unless a job posting specifically states not to send an application letter, it is smart to send one for each job to which you apply. This letter offers the opportunity for a potential employer to learn more about you and gives you the chance to set yourself apart from other applicants.

How to format an application letter?

When writing an application letter for a job, follow these steps to make sure you include information about yourself and your professional experience that will appeal to a hiring manager :

1. Use a professional format.

A job application letter should be more professional than a thank-you card or an email to a coworker or friend. The alignment of the document should include single spacing, one-inch margins, and left alignment. It’s best to use a professional and traditional font, such as Times New Roman, in a size from 10 to 12 points. Try to keep your job application letter to one page. When a hiring manager reviews your job application letter, they will get their first impression of you as a potential employee, so take time to format it professionally and keep it concise.

2. Create the heading.

Use a formal business heading for your job application letter. The heading should include your name and contact information, the date and the company name and address. If you send your job application letter via email, you can eliminate your name and contact information from the header and put it at the bottom of the email after the signature instead.

Example header :

Your name

Your city and ZIP code

Your phone number

Your email address

Date

Name of hiring manager or supervisor

Title of hiring manager or supervisor

Company name

Company physical address

By including a professional and detailed heading, you can make it easier for the hiring manager to follow up with you regarding the position.

3. Address the letter to the hiring manager

In your research, try to find the name of the person reviewing applications for the job. Address your letter to this person with a common business greeting, such as “Dear Mr./Ms.” and their last name. If you’re unable to find the preferred gender pronouns (she/her, them/they) of the individual reviewing your application, you can use “Dear [first and last name]” or “Dear Hiring Manager.”

Information in the job 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.

Generic Structure :

• Heading

• The address

• A greeting

• The introduction

• The body

• The close

• The signature

Vidio Material :

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APPLICATION LETTER PART II

Practice Page 20

D. LATIHAN SOAL

    Read the application letter below. Then, write down the information in the box

    below.

Elizabeth Johnson

12 Jones Street, Portland, Maine 04101 · 555-555-5555 ·

elizabethjohnson@email.com

August 11, 2020

Mark Smith

Manager, Human Resources

Veggies to Go

238 Maine Street

Portland, Maine 04101

Dear Mr. Smith,

I was so excited when my former coworker, Jay Lopez, told me about

your opening for an administrative assistant in your Portland offices. A

long-time Veggies to Go customer and an experienced admin, I would

love to help the company achieve its mission of making healthy produce

as available as takeout.

I’ve worked for small companies for my entire career, and I relish the

opportunity to wear many hats and work with the team to succeed. In

my latest role as an administrative assistant at Beauty Corp, I saved my

employer thousands of dollars in temp workers by implementing a self-

scheduling system for the customer service reps that cut down on

canceled shifts. I also learned web design, time sheet coding, and

perfected my Excel skills.

I’ve attached my resume for your consideration and hope to speak with

you soon about your needs for the role.

Sincerely,

Elizabeth Johnson (signature hard copy letter)

Elizabeth Johnson

Generic Structure	The Information
The Heading	Elizabeth Johnson 12 Jones Street, Portland, Maine 04101 · 555-555-5555 · elizabethjohnson@email.com
The address	Elizabeth Johnson 12 Jones Street, Portland, Maine 04101 · 555-555-5555 · elizabethjohnson@email.com   Mark Smith Manager, Human Resources Veggies to Go 238 Maine Street Portland, Maine 04101
A greeting	August 11, 2020 Mark Smith Manager, Human Resources Veggies to Go 238 Maine Street Portland, Maine 04101
The introduction	Dear Mr. Smith, I was so excited when my former coworker, Jay Lopez, told me about your opening for an administrative assistant in your Portland offices. A long-time Veggies to Go customer and an experienced admin, I would love to help the company achieve its mission of making healthy produce as available as takeout.
The body	I’ve worked for small companies for my entire career, and I relish the opportunity to wear many hats and work with the team to succeed. In my latest role as an administrative assistant at Beauty Corp, I saved my employer thousands of dollars in temp workers by implementing a self-scheduling system for the customer service reps that cut down on canceled shifts. I also learned web design, time sheet coding, and perfected my Excel skills.
The close	I’ve attached my resume for your consideration and hope to speak with you soon about your needs for the role.
The signature	Sincerely, Elizabeth Johnson (signature hard copy letter) Elizabeth Johnson

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Muhammad Abdur Rochman 

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