Job Application Letter and Resume课件.ppt

Job Application Letter and Resume Writing ;Application letter Activity: Fill in the gaps with the appropriate form of the words from the box to obtain the definition of job application. ability apply knowledge interview sales A letter of application is essentially a ______ letter in which you are marketing your skills, _______ and _________. It is mainly used when you are ______ for a job, and asking for an ________. ;The purpose of a letter of application A letter of application is based on the resume and further interprets the resume in terms of employer benefits. Therefore, it should be persuasive and should be written inductively （归纳地）. Since its purpose is to persuade people, a letter of application uses the same sequence of parts as a sales letter. ; The procedure of writing a letter of application Begin the letter with selected words to get the reader’s attention and name the position for which you are applying. If you manage to gain the reader’s attention in the opening, you will make your letter be read first. You can gain attention in the opening in several ways. One way is to use a topic that shows understanding of the work to be done. Employers are glad to know that you have learned something about the company. ;Another way is to make a statement or ask a question that focuses attention on the reader’s needs that the writer seeks to fill. Third, if you learn of a possibility through a company employee, you can mention his/her name in the opening sentence. ; Present the information that qualifies you to do the work. You are likely to present facts from 3 background areas: education, experience, and personal details. Interpret the facts presented in the resume and demonstrate that your educational preparation, work experience, or special qualifications are relevant to the job. Sometimes you might mention some special knowledge you have about the company or your understanding of the job requirements. Make this part specific and interest