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Applicant's Address |
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Applicant's Phone Number |
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Date of Letter |
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Use complete title |
Employer's Name and Title |
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and address. |
and Address |
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If possible, address it to a particular person by name. |
Salutation: |
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Use a colon. |
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Opening paragraph: State why you are writing,
name
the position or type of work for which you are applying
and mention how you heard of the opening or
organization. |
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Make the addressee want to read your resume. |
Middle paragraph(s): Explain why you are
interested
in working for this employer and specify your reasons |
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Be personable and be enthusiastic. |
for desiring this type of work. If you have |
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had relevant work experience or related education, |
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be sure to point it out, but do not reiterate your entire |
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resume. Emphasize skills or abilities you have that relate to |
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the job for which you are applying. Be sure to do this |
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Be brief and specific; your resume contains details. |
in a confident manner and remember that the reader |
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will view your letter of application as an example of
your writing skills. |
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Top and bottom margins should be equal. |
Closing paragraph: You may refer the reader to
your |
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enclosed resume (which gives a summary of your
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qualifications) or whatever media you are using to
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illustrate your training, interests and experience. |
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Have an appropriate closing to pave the way for the |
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interview by indicating the action or steps you will take |
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to initiate an interview date. |
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Sincerely, |
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Always sign letters. |
Your name typed |
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If a resume or other enclosure is used, note in letter. |
Enclosure |
