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This application letter sample shows the correct format you should use when sending out your application letter in
print form. If you plan on submitting your application letter via email, refer to the second application letter sample
below.
22 H Venture St.,
Philippines
Hiring Manager
Jessica Cenadoza
Application Letter Writing Tip: When intending to submit a hard copy of your application letter (and resume), make
sure that you send it in a strict business letter format. Remember that your application letter not only speaks of your
skills and accomplishments. It also shows how effectively you can communicate. Therefore, make it a point to
impress your potential employer by writing a grammatically correct, perfectly spelled and properly punctuated
application letter.
print copy or an email copy. The second application letter sample below is a copy tailored specifically for emails.
I would like to express my interest in applying for the position of Marketing Associate as was recently made available
in your company.
I believe that my degree in Business Administration (BSBA) major in Marketing from the Philippine School of
Business Administration (PSBA) has prepared me for this position. As a student, I was equipped with the necessary
knowledge and skills to help develop and drive effective marketing strategies.
During my internship at Uniliver Philippines’ Marketing Department, I learned how companies determine what product
or service to sell, how to reach target demographics and how to respond to the demands of competitors. More
importantly, I had the opportunity to work with seasoned professionals who taught me how to easily grasp complex
marketing concepts and at certain times, how to roll with the punches in order to achieve various objectives.
I have also acquainted myself with a wide range of skills that allow me to blend with the group or team’s culture and
My active involvement in many academic and extracurricular activities has done so well in developing my
communication and leadership skills, which are vital in finding success in the corporate world.
With this application letter, I attach herewith my resume for your full consideration. Thank you for taking time to
review my application and I am looking forward to your reply so that we can further discuss my application.
Yours sincerely,
Alvin C. Marfal
Application Letter Writing Tip: Make it a point to include the necessary email subject when sending your
application letter via email. The email subject provided on this application letter sample follows the usual format
(name, position you are applying for) though some recruiters require applicants to send their application letter (and
signature. By doing so, you will enable the recruiter or potential employer to respond to your application immediately.
Remember that these samples are merely templates meant to serve as a basis in writing your own, personalized
application letter. When writing an application letter, feel free to customize it according to your own personal
preference. You don’t want to have just another generic application letter because chances are the hiring manager
has already read hundreds, or maybe thousands of it. You want your application letter to stand out and ultimately
showcase why you are the best person for the job.
NOTE: These application letter samples are for reference only. All information provided should be considered as
fictional.
Need more help writing your cover letter? Read “Analyzing and Avoiding Common Cover Letter Errors”.
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