Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Unit 3
Unit 3
Cover Letters
What do you see in the first picture? Where can you find it?
What do you see in the second picture? What are those people
doing?
What do they bring?
Have you ever applied a job? When was it? Did you use an
application letter in applying a job?
Activity 1 : Group Discussion.
Work in pairs! What do you know about this scheme?
Find more
Having job information
interview about the job
and the company
The addressee
(Company name,
Company address)
Salutation (Dear, …)
Opening paragraph ( Explain the basic reason for the letter! What job
you are applying for. When and where you see the job vacancy. When
applying for a job has not been advertised, state how you heard about the
vacancy.
Content of the letter ( Write briefly the outline of your skills! It can be
the relevant qualifications you may have and recent or prior employment
experience that matches the role you are applying for. Show confidently
that your skills are suitable for the requirements of the company
Write any further skills related to the position and how they are highly suitable
to the role! Any knowledge of the company or business may be mentioned here,
if appropriate. Mention you have attached a resume.)
Closing paragraph ( Mention your personal skills enhance and support your
technical abilities and state that you are enthusiastic to the opportunity to work
for the company!
State your availability for interview)
Complimentary close
(Yours sincerely,)
Signature
Applicant’s name
Fro the format, we can conclude that the structure of the text contains expressions
of applying job explicitly, information source of the vacancy, detailed information
about the applicant’s competences as the qualification asked, and availability of
having interview.
Now look at the following example!
July 27th 2017
The Country Director,
OK Investments, 30 Mortensen Avenue, Salinas
CA 93905
Dear, Sir
I’m applying for position of Sales Executive which was advertised in the Guardian
Newspaper dated July 22nd. 2017. I would be very much love to use the experience
I gained working as sales representative to help OK Investment realize clothing
sales
I’m very special person and my cheerful disposition has made it easy for me to make a
good number of friends. This could be an added advantage as human interaction is what
makes the sale industry a success.
Details of my qualifications are in the enclosed CV.
I’m looking forward to meeting you as soon as I’m considered to further discuss my
qualifications and experience. You may reach me at this number :9390134567
Your Sincerely
Ray Hurt
Ray Hurt
Language Features of Job Application Letters
A typical application letter :
- Not more than one page long
- use simple present tense (past tense when we talk about education and experience)
The following are some tips in writing application letter :
- Be friendly and professional
- Be enthusiastic, but do not beg
- Use simple and natural language
- Use positive words and phrases
- Make your letter short and to the point, but interesting to read.
Dear, Sir/Madam
I’m writing regarding your advertisement in Times on July 17 2017. I have given
careful consideration to the job description and believe that I have the necessary
qualifications and personal attributes to take up the position.
Yours Sincerely
Sarah
Activity 2 : Structure of Job Application Letter
Analyze the general structure of the contents of job application letter in
activity 1!
Paragraph Structure
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 4
Activity 3 : Using the Suitable Words
Complete the following sentences with the suitable words in the box!
1. I would like to …………. For one of the positions advertised on daily
newspapers.
2. I have recently ………. At an outlet in my hometown.
3. I’m to attend an interview at anytime convenient to you.
4. I have a current food hygiene ………..
5. I enjoyed the variety of different …….
6. I have worked as a waiter in cafes both serving the food and behind the …….
in the kitchen.
7 I have also worked at the restaurants and have much time in cleaning tables
and making sure that the area was litter ………………
8. My working ……………. At Garment Factory improved my leadership and
communication skills.
9. I’m writing to express my ……….. for the position of secretary.
10. For additional details regarding my …………. and expertise, please review my
attached resume.
a. Available c. experience e. certificate g. worked i. free
b. scenes d. apply f. qualification h. jobs j. interest
C. Phrases used in Job Application Letters
1. Opening
I’m writing in reply to your advertisement in …..
With reference to your advertisement in ……
I would like to apply for the position of ……
In reply to your advertisement in ………
I wish to apply for the post of …….which you advertised in …… on …..
I’m writing in response to your advertisement posted in ………
2. Talking about Experiences and Qualifications
I’m in charge of …….
As you can see from my CV …..
At present, I’m working as ……
As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience, and qualifications
match this position’s requirements.
Currently I’m working as ……
I have two years experience in this sector.
3. Reasons for applying Job
- I’m particularly interested in this position….
- I would like to work for you in order to ……
- I have a lively interest in …… and would appreciate the opportunity
to broaden my knowledge by working with you.
4. Closing
I look forward to hearing from you.
I will be available for interview from you.
I’m available for interview on …….
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss further details of the position
with you personally.
At present, I’m working as a Japanese teacher. Since I’m from Japan, and I studied in London, this I
Involves me in daily use of Japanese and English. I have lived in Indonesia for four years. That’s why I
I master Indonesian also. I have recently taken the Cambridge English Examination. I’m waiting for the
result.
I would be able to take part-time work for between 9-12 hours a week, mainly in the evenings. If you
Like to meet me, I would be able to come to your office shortly.
I look forward to hearing from you
Yours Sincerely
Hanako
Hanako Tetsuya
Questions:
1. How does the writer know the job vacancy?
2. What kind of job does the writer want to apply?
3. Which paragraph shows the writer’s qualifications?
4. What does “Re” mean?
5. What does the closing mean?
Employment History
2011-2013 : Accountant, PT Adi Jaya Furniture
2013-2014 : Accountant, Hills Hotel
2015- : Unemployed
Interests
Reading, travelling, and singing
Questions :
1. What is another name of CV?
2. When did the applicant graduate from the university?
3. What are the applicant’s hobbies?
4. Is the applicant still working?
5. Did the applicant work before?
Activity 3 : Arranging Sentences
Rearrange the sentences below into a good application letter!
1. Jakarta, March 23, 2017
2. I’d be glad to come for an interview at anytime convenient to you.
3. To : Human Resources Division
4. Dear, Sir,
5. I graduated from Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, and have ever been
experienced in the similar position for two years.
6. Herewith I enclose a reference from my former employer and curriculum
vitae and my recent photos.
7. PT Andhika Jaya
Halmahera Street no 234
Jakarta
8. Yours faithfully,
9. In reply to your advertisement in Solo Post dated March 21, 2017, I would l
like to apply for the post of secretary
10. Lidya Ratmini.
D. Listening Skill
Listen and complete the following dialogue! Then identify the topic!
Elisa : Good morning, Ma’am
Manager : Good morning. Please sit down, Miss Elisa. I’m Dina Fatmawati,
the manager of the company.
Elisa : Nice to meet you, Ma’am.
Manager : Nice to meet you, too. 1) ………………… You have done well in your
academic.
Elisa : Thank you very much, Ma’am.
Manager : Well, you have done B.E. in Computer Enginering and have
proceeded to do MBA and specialized I marketing. Is any
reason for it?
Elisa : I felt a technical degree along with master in marketing would
help me move upwards in my career?
Manager : That is good thinking. Well, Elisa, 2) ………………………?
Elisa : I’m an enthusiastic dedicated person who take every responsibility seriously
3) …………….. To new situations and I’m a team player.
Manager : Good, 4) ……………….. ?
Elisa : Well, I believe that your company is well established and it will give me an
opportunity to grow as an employee.
Manager : great, I think we take you to our consideration. Now, you will have the second
interview.. Good luck, Elisa.
Elisa : Thank you, Ma’am. 5) …………………..
Activity 2 : Group discussion
Make a group of four! Then do the following instructions!
1. Find four examples of job application letters in the internet and print them!
2. Discuss the differences and the similarities of the four letters!
3. Present the result of your discussion in front of the class!
Writing skill
Activity 1:Curriculum Vitae.
Do the following instructions!
1. Write your curriculum vitae or CV based on your data!
Do it on a piece of paper!
2. Based on the following job vacancy, write a job application letter!
Do it on a piece of paper!
GERA EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
invited applications for the following contractual posts from qualified candidates :
1. Librarian (full time)
2. Computer Instructor (part time)
3. Computer Science Teacher (part time)
4. Drawing Teacher (part time)
5. Music Teacher (part time)
For qualifications, age, application form and other details, visit our website www.