Letter of Application

A formal style is appropriate

1. Introduction: reasons for writing- job- where you saw the advert
2. Relevant skills/qualifications/ interests
3. Relevant experience/ benefits
4. Suitability for the job/ position/ course

Dear Sirs,/ Mr……..

1. I am writing to apply for ….as advertised in…./ I have seen your
advertisement in …… and I would like to apply for….. / I would like to apply
for the position of …, which I saw advertised in …/ I am writing with
reference to …..
2. At present I am [working for/ a student at…] I have a reasonable command
of English. /a good knowledge of …./ A have also been attending……… / I
am also very keen on……../ As well as …v-ing……I also…….. / For the last two
years I have been……. /I very much enjoy……
3. I have a lot of experience in …….. / In addition,…..,….
4. I believe I would be suitable for this job/position because…………………/ One
of the main reasons I am applying for this job is that …. / The job will give
me the opportunity to….../Because of my experience and qualifications, I
think I would be a perfect candidate for this job and I hope you will consider
my application. /Thank you for your time and consideration.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully/ sincerely,
…………………………….
Question
You have seen the following job advertisement:

ACTIVITY CO-ORDINATOR WANTED!

(Weekends)

 Would you like to work with children aged 5-11?

 Do you have lots of energy?
 Are you an excellent swimmer?

Our Children's Club is looking for someone to teach a group of ten children swimming
and to do a range of other activities. Please apply to Mrs Sykes saying why you are
suitable for the job.
Write your letter of application to Mrs Sykes (around 140-190 words).

Dear Mrs Sykes.

I am writing to apply for the job of club organiser, which was advertised on the
notice board in the school.
I used to run a film club in my old school in England which demonstrates my
organizational abilities. I have been studying English for a few years; I got a merit
in the PET and I am going to take the FCE exam next year and IGCSE in 2021.
I am also a fan of English and American films and go to the cinema quite often. In
addition, I am an outgoing person and have the ability to control a discussion
which will prove helpful in the club.
If you think I am a suitable person to organise your film club then I would be
pleased/ interested/ delighted to hear from you.

Yours sincerely,
Mee Sarasa
Sample Writing Task: You found an interesting job advertised online that you
would like to apply for. Write a job application letter (around 200 words) to the
employer, addressing the following: • Introduce yourself and discuss what job
you’re applying for. (BULLET POINT 1) • Your positive character traits and how
they’ll help you do the job. (BULLET POINT 2) • Your job skills and how they’ll help
you be successful at work. (BULLET POINT 3) • You work history and how this
qualifies you for the position. (BULLET POINT 4)

Sample Job Application Letter (with reference to the bullet points):

Dear Sir/Madam,
I’m writing to apply for the Distribution Supervisor management position you
recently advertised online. My name is Mark Marosi and I’m interested in this job
because I believe I’d be a great fit for your multinational company, which I’ve
always admired. (INTRO/BULLET POINT 1)
I’m very organized and task-driven, two traits that will help me manage
employees at your company during the product distribution process. I’m also a
detailed-oriented perfectionist, a trait that would set high standards for all of the
individuals I would be responsible for supervising. (BULLET POINT 2)
Not only do I have a Master’s in Business Management and Product Distribution,
but I’ve also been working in this field of distribution, supervision, and
management for many years. Please see my attached resume for more details as
well as the recommendation letters I’ve submitted from previous employers. I
currently work for Compflex, a computer chip manufacturer that distributes
products worldwide. Here I manage more than 50 employees and coordinate
international distribution with more than 100 vendors. My skills and work
experience history will help me succeed at your company. (BULLET POINTS 3 and
4)
I am available for a job interview anytime. Please contact me at the email or
phone number below if you would like to schedule an interview. (CONCLUSION)
Sincerely, Mark Marosi