It is time that you learnt how to get your way through to the job that you were looking for. The job application letter is your first communication and your 'First Impression'. You would want it to be perfect. There is always a lot of competition in the job market and you want to make the best of the one chance you have to display your edge above others.
Since e-Mails have almost completely taken over from the printed/hand written version of the job application, you need to be equipped with skills to write the 'Perfect Job Application'.
The information that the employers are looking for in a job application without which it become difficult for them to respond -
• Why have you mailed?
Title of the job you are applying for, Hours/days available to work, when you can start work
• Who, Where are you?
Name, Address (City, State, Zip Code), Phone Number, Work-permit details, 'Anything that you want to highlight'
• Are you educated?
Schools/Colleges Attended, Major/Subject, Degree/Diploma, Graduation/Post Graduation Dates(s)
• Are you kidding? Do you have work experience?
Names, addresses, phone numbers of previous employers, Supervisor's name, When to when? (dates of employment), Salary drawn, Reason for Leaving
• Can somebody vouch for you?
List of three references - names, job title or relationship, addresses, phone numbers
• OK enough, show me you Resume!
By now the person reading the application has become interested in knowing more about you and is already considering you for the position.
A job application can be typically broken down into 3 parts -
Introductory Paragraph:
This paragraph should clearly state your intent of joining the organization and what Position you are looking for. If your are aware that there are no current openings ('cold calling') then just mention that you are applying for any future openings or opportunities.
Main Body:
The main body is your weapon. If used appropriately this could land you with your dream job. Caution - do not make it too long. If the reader starts ignoring a few lines, you can say 'Bye Bye' to the job. This paragraph is about you and how YOUR skills and attributes fit perfectly in the organizations requirements. Your experience in the field, educational background etc should be mentioned briefly. Remember they can find these details in the Resume as well.
Closing Paragraph:
This part of the application should leave the reader wanting to pick up the phone and give you a call to fix up the interview. The curtsey of thanking the reader for the time can be a magic charm. Trust me it works. Do also provide your contact information (just in case -;)).
Finally, give the application a through reading making sure that it is complete in all respects, without any grammatical errors, has the relevant information for the recruiter and your resume is attached properly (pdf format). Here are some sample resume for your help:
http://www.job-application-and-interview-advice.com/sample-resumes.htm
Since e-Mails have almost completely taken over from the printed/hand written version of the job application, you need to be equipped with skills to write the 'Perfect Job Application'.
The information that the employers are looking for in a job application without which it become difficult for them to respond -
• Why have you mailed?
Title of the job you are applying for, Hours/days available to work, when you can start work
• Who, Where are you?
Name, Address (City, State, Zip Code), Phone Number, Work-permit details, 'Anything that you want to highlight'
• Are you educated?
Schools/Colleges Attended, Major/Subject, Degree/Diploma, Graduation/Post Graduation Dates(s)
• Are you kidding? Do you have work experience?
Names, addresses, phone numbers of previous employers, Supervisor's name, When to when? (dates of employment), Salary drawn, Reason for Leaving
• Can somebody vouch for you?
List of three references - names, job title or relationship, addresses, phone numbers
• OK enough, show me you Resume!
By now the person reading the application has become interested in knowing more about you and is already considering you for the position.
A job application can be typically broken down into 3 parts -
Introductory Paragraph:
This paragraph should clearly state your intent of joining the organization and what Position you are looking for. If your are aware that there are no current openings ('cold calling') then just mention that you are applying for any future openings or opportunities.
Main Body:
The main body is your weapon. If used appropriately this could land you with your dream job. Caution - do not make it too long. If the reader starts ignoring a few lines, you can say 'Bye Bye' to the job. This paragraph is about you and how YOUR skills and attributes fit perfectly in the organizations requirements. Your experience in the field, educational background etc should be mentioned briefly. Remember they can find these details in the Resume as well.
Closing Paragraph:
This part of the application should leave the reader wanting to pick up the phone and give you a call to fix up the interview. The curtsey of thanking the reader for the time can be a magic charm. Trust me it works. Do also provide your contact information (just in case -;)).
Finally, give the application a through reading making sure that it is complete in all respects, without any grammatical errors, has the relevant information for the recruiter and your resume is attached properly (pdf format). Here are some sample resume for your help:
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