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A JOB
APPLICATION LETTER
 Definition
• A job application letter is a letter that you write to
a company when you are applying for a job.

• A job application letter is called a cover letter.

• Social Function is to make the employer interested

and call you for an interview.
Expressions

The following are some expressions or phrases usually used in writing job
application letters.

Opening
I am writing in reply to your advertisement in........
I would like to apply for the position of....................
I wish to apply for the post of......which you advertised in.......on....
I am writing in response to your advertisement posted in......
Talking about experience and qualifications

> I am in change of..............

> As you can see in my CV..........
> As present, I am working as.............
> Currently, I am working as a .....................
> I have two years experience in this sector.
> My professional qualifications/skills appear to be well suited
to your company’s requirements.
Reasons for Applying Job

1. I am particularly interested in this position.............

2. I would like to work for you in order to...............
3. I have a lively interest in......and would appreciate
the opportunity/chance to broaden my knowledge
by working with you.
Closing

1. I look forward to hearing from you.

2. I will be available for interview from...........
3. I am available for interview on...........
4. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss further details of
the position with you personally
In a job application package, we usually enclose a resume or
curriculum vitae.
 Grammatical Feature

A typical application letter is not more than one page long.

When we write a job application letter, we usually use:
1. Simple Present Tense
2. Simple Past Tense
(when we are talking about our education and last experience.)
3. Simple Present Perfect
(when we write about unfinished actions that started in the past
and continue to the present)
Some tips in writing a job application letter.

1. Be friendly and professional

2. Be enthusiastic but do not beg.
3. Use simple and natural language
4. Use positive words and phrases
5. Make your letter short and to the point,
but interesting to read
 Example of an application letter
28 Jalan Pejanggik.
Mataram-Lombok
April 13, 2022
The Personnel Manager
Senggigi Beach Hotel
Raya Senggigi 281262
Mataram-Lombok

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am applying for the position of receptionist advertised in Lombok Post on April 10. (opening)
I am 25 years old, and graduated from last year. I have been with the Lombok Raya Hotel as a receptionist for two years, but I am
interested in gaining new experience in an international hotel such as Senggigi Beach Hotel. (telling identity, reason)
To provide you with my particulars, I enclose my curriculum vitae, a recent photograph, academic records and a letter of reference
from previous employer. (job requirement)
I would be available for an interview at any time. I look forward to hearing from you. (closing)

Faithfully yours,
Denda Rara
 Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Position :...............................................
• Name : ..............................................
• Place/date of birth: ................................
• Address : ..............................................
• Age :..............................................
• Marital status : .......................................
• Education :........................................
• Job experience: ......................................
• Hobby :.............................................
 Assignment
• Look for a job vacancy
• Write an application letter.
• Imagine that you are looking for a job with
suitable competency, education background
and experience.
• Write your application letter in a piece of
paper
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