TEXT TYPE: LETTER OF APPLICATION
Paper 1
Source:
Welch, Lynne. “JOB APPLICATION LETTER - Ppt Download.” SlidePlayer,
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LETTER OF APPLICATION (JOB)
otherwise
like
called as cover letter
a sales letter, it is written to sell one’s
services.
should
be drafted carefully as it is related with
one’s career.
carries
sequence of information regarding the
qualification and experience.
Types of application letter:
Solicited letter
-an application letter that is sent to a
company that advertises its vacancies
through the media
Unsolicited letter
-an application letter that is sent to a
company although you do not know
whether there is a vacancy or not in
that company.
GUIDELINES FOR
JOB APPLICATION LETTER
 1ST
paragraph- Why you are writing
 2nd
paragraph(s)- What you have to offer
(your qualifications)
 3rd
paragraph- Follow up with your
availability for interview, restate interest
STRUCTURE OF AN APPLICATION LETTER
(CONVENTIONS)
Applicant’s Complete name & address (could be at
the top)
 Date of Letter
 Employer’s Complete Name, Title and Address
 Salutation: Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name,
Letter Content/Body
 Closing
(Use: Sincerely or Sincerely yours;
Respectfully or Respectfully yours)
 Enclosure: (If a resume or other enclosures are
used, note in your letter)

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SAMPLE OPENING PARAGRAPH:
Your Flight Attendant position, as
advertised in the Philippine Star, caught
my attention because it involves
customer service, safety tasks, and
hospitality. I have been seeking such a
great challenge and am positive that my
skills and background would greatly
complement your requirements.
OPENING PARAGRAPH
 Briefly
identify yourself
 State why you are writing, name
the position or name of work for
which you are applying
 Mention how you heard of the
opening or the organization.
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SAMPLE OPENING PARAGRAPH:
I
am writing to express my keen interest in
obtaining a Flight Attendant position with
the Jeremy Airways.
 I am interested in the Flight Attendant
position advertised in the Philippine Daily
Inquirer last August 25, 2013.
 I am applying for the Flight Attendant
position with the Jeremy Airways.
SECOND PARAGRAPH(S):
Explain why you are interested in working for the
employer.
 State your relevant qualifications and experience
as well as the personal qualities that make you a
suitable candidate.
 State what experience you have, what skills you
have developed and why these are applicable
(valuable) to the position on offer. (Review the
job post & include information of interest)
 Inform the reader that you have enclosed your
current CV
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SECOND PARAGRAPH(S):
Emphasize skills or abilities you have that
relate to the job for which you are applying.
(use the job advertisement to guide you)
 Be sure to do this in a confident manner and
remember that the reader will view your letter
of application as an example of your writing
skills.
 Simply put, WHY ARE YOU THE BEST
CANDIDATE?
 Remember, you are interpreting your resume,
not repeating it.

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SAMPLE SECOND PARAGRAPH
I believe I meet all the requirements
listed in your advertisement. As an X
graduate, I have great knowledge
regarding all aspects of…I have excellent
command of all the required software
programs, including Word, Excel, and
accounting softwares. I am proficient in …
SAMPLE SECOND PARAGRAPH
My major experience and achievements to
date include…
I believe my experience in the ... qualify me
for consideration. If you would like, I can
provide you with current samples of my
work.
FINAL PARAGRAPH (CALL TO ACTION):
 Indicate
your desire for a personal
interview.
 You may suggest alternative dates/times
or advise of your flexibility as to
time/place, and would like to set up an
interview or say you are willing to
accommodate the company’s schedule
and request.
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SAMPLE FINAL PARAGRAPH
My resume is enclosed for your review. I would be
pleased to have a meeting with you to discuss the
requirements of your flight attendant position and my
skills in detail. I will call you within a week to follow-up.
In the interim, I can be reached at [contact #].
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look
forward to meet you soon in order to explore this
opportunity further.
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Language Focus
Expressing how you get the information about the vacancy.
If you got information from the advertisement
•I have read your advertisement in ... (where) on ... (when)
•I am applying for ... which you advertised in ... on ...
•With reference to your advertisement in ...
•I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for...
If someone recommended you
•A friend of mine working in your company told me that...
•Mr. Robbie Williams, who works in your Accounts Department, told me that
you will soon have a vacancy for …
If there is no advertisement or recommendation
•I am writing to ask if you might have a vacancy in your ... Department
Expressing when and where you graduate from:
•I just graduated from ... this year,
•I completed ...
•This year I will finish ...
Expressing that you are interested in the job advertised :
•I would like to apply for a job as ...
•I believe you will find that my experience in ... have prepared me well for
the position as ... in your company.
•I am very interested in working as ...
•Please accept this letter as an expression of interest in the position of ...
•Please consider my applications for ... position
Expressing what you think you can offer them
•I have done some practical work and ...
•I have participated in workshops ...
•I have had extensive practice in ...
•As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and
qualifications match this position's requirements.
•During ... I improved (furthered, extended, etc.) my knowledge of ...
•I am familiar with the requirements for success in the profession and
believe I possess the right combination of …..
•My current position ... has provided the opportunity to
Referring to the enclosures
• I am enclosing ...
• Please find my enclosed ...
• Enclosed you will find ...
• As you can see from my enclosed resume ...
• I have enclosed a copy of my resume for your review.
• The attached resume lists more specific information
concerning these experiences and my qualifications.
• As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and
qualifications match this position's requirements.
Expressing that you look forward to an interview
•I look forward to an opportunity to speak with you in person. (OR to
speak with you personally)
•I would welcome the opportunity to personally discuss my potential
contributions to your company with you.
•I look forward to the opportunity to personally discuss why I am
particularly suited to this position.
Referring to future contact
•I look forward to hearing from you soon.
•I look forward to meeting you.
•I look forward to seeing you.
Important Notes on conventions:
 Begin your application letter by placing your
address first, followed by the address of the
company you are writing to.
 Use complete title and address; don't
abbreviate.
 Always make an effort to write directly to
the person in charge of hiring.
 Always sign letters.
VARP REVIEW
Voice (tone): writing as a person who is keen on a
position, so try to “sale” yourself but still be
humble (confident but not arrogant)
 Audience: hiring manager (they are often busy
bodies. HIGHLIGHT your skills & qualifications
concisely)
 Register: formal (professional language)
 Purpose: persuade the hiring manger to hire you,
so be sure to show WHY s/he should accept you
(use effective action words & adjective to
accentuate your suitability--tapping the modes of
persuasion)
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RESOURCES:
Mechanics cover letter (from Monster – a job
search engine)
 Volunteer cover letter
https://www.thebalancecareers.com/cover-letterfor-a-volunteer-position-2060266
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