A letter of application

A letter of application can be as important as a CV in that it often provides the first direct contact between a candidate and an employer. If this letter is not well written and presented, it will make a poor impression. The letter of application normally contains four paragraphs in which you should:

● confirm that you wish to apply and say where you learned about the job;

● say why you are interested in the position and relate your interests to those of the company;

● show that you can contribute to the job by highlighting your most relevant skills and experience;

● indicate your willingness to attend an interview (and possibly say when you would be free to attend).

Task 1

Answer the questions:

What are the peculiarities of a CV?

How many parts does a CV normally consist of?

What sort of information does each part of a CV contain?

Why is it important to write a letter of application properly?

What parts does a letter of application usually consist of?

Task 2

Look at the job advertisement. Fill in the words below. Translate the advertisement.

Munich;

German;

Californian;

February;

PR/Press;

Writing;

Public Affair;

Outdoor Clothing.

Patagonia ‘Prefer a camping trip to a cocktail party?’ PATAGONIA has a new position open: ___ ___ Associate.   Job is based in ___. Candidates must have substantial ___/___ experience and strong ___ skills. They must have serious proficiency in technical sports (skiing, kayaking, climbing) and outdoor experience. ___ mother tongue. Environmental background a plus. No glamour… it’s a gritty job! Patagonia is a ___ company which designs and distributes functional ___ ___.   Send CV with picture to: Nathalie Baudoin Patagonia Gmbh Reitmorstrasse 50 8000 Munich 22 – Germany   The interviews will be in Munich during the last week of ___.  

Task 3

Fiona Scott is going to apply for the job at Patagonia. Here’s her CV. How has she presented the information about herself? Where should the following headings be placed?

References Education

Activities Skills

Personal Details Professional Experience

1_______

Fiona Scott

52 Hanover Street

Edinburgh EH2 5LM

Scotland

Phone: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

2_______

2001-2002	London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Diploma in Public Relations
1998-2001	University of London BA (Honours) in Journalism and Media Studies (Class II)
1991-1998	Broadfield School, Brighton A levels in German (A), English (B), History (B) and Geography (C)

3_______

2005-present	Public Relations Officer, Scottish Nature Trust Responsible for researching and writing articles on all aspects of the Trust’s activities and ensuring their distribution to the press Editor of the Trust’s monthly journal In charge of relations with European environmental agencies
2002-2005	Press Officer, Highlands Tourist Board Preparation of promotional materials and brochures Co-ordination of media coverage
Summers of 2000 and 2001	The Glasgow Tribune newspaper Two three-month training periods as assistant to the Sports Editor Arranging and conducting interviews Preparation of articles covering local community sports events

4_______

IT	MS Office 2003, MS Windows XP, Internet, Powerpoint
Languages	Fluent German and proficient in French
Additional	Driving licence (car and motorcycle)

5_______

Cross-country skiing, rock climbing and swimming

Ski Instructor (grade II)

Secretary of the local branch of ‘Action’, as association organizing sports activities for disabled children

6______

Geoffrey Williams Professor of Journalism University of London

Brenda Denholm Sports Editor The Glasgow Tribune

Task 4

Below you can find details from Fiona Scott’s letter of application. Look at the outline of the letter and indicate where the information below should go.

Task 5

Read the following job advertisements. Discuss with your partner what an applicant can write in his/her CV and letter of application.

R & D Secretary Telectronics Pacing Systems, a world leader in cardiac device technology, has an immediate opening for an R & D secretary. Responsibilities will include technical library maintenance, mail distribution, typing, file maintenance, coordination of travel arrangements and other special projects. Requires: H.S. diploma, 55 wpm typing, computer experience (MS Office) and a minimum of two years previous office experience. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Send resume and salary history to: Telectronics Pacing Systems Attn: Human Resources RDS 7400 S. Tucson Way Englewood, CO 80112 EOE M/F/H/V

Medical Sales Representative Denver Based ● Sherwood Medical, one of the most respected manufacturers in the disposable medical products industry, has an immediate opening for a qualified sales representative to sell our broad line of Kangaroo brand enteral feeding products, electronic thermometers and wound care products to hospitals and dealer networks in the Colorado/Utah area. ● R.N. or Bachelor’s Degree required with one to three years outside sales experience preferred. ● In addition to a challenging career opportunity, we provide complete product and in-field training, company car, base salary, bonus opportunity, expenses, and an excellent benefits package. Qualified applicants are invited to send resume, including salary history to: Sherwood Regional Manager, P.O. Box 6549, Moraga, CA 94570 Equal Opportunity Employee, M/F/H. Agencies need not reply.

Task 6

Think of an ideal job you are going to apply for. Write your real CV and a letter of application.

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