Writing Letter of Application

Writing a letter of Application

求职信是发信人向用人单位申请工作时写的一种申请信要求不仅要把文章组织的有条有 理、逻辑严谨和得体，而且在语言上要严谨、规范和得体，避免使用“you see, I mean, I need the job badly, well”等。 信的安排可分为三大部分。 一、开头部分：写明获得招聘消息的来源，表明对这封工作的极大兴趣。 二、正文部分：证明自己有能力胜任这个职位，一般叙述自己的品质、资历、能力和能够胜任该职位所具备的条件。如学校所开设的相关课程、社会实践、工作经历等。这部分内容要如实、具体，对优点不夸大、 不过分渲染，也不要过于谦虚，甚至自贬，同时亦不要空洞地说自己如何行、如何好（要有细节尽量列出具体的成绩和具体的工作经历。还可以写出写应聘的原因和获得这个职位的目的等。 三、结尾部分：真诚地表达自己的希望和打算，恳求对方对自己的盛情予以考虑。

Step 1: Ex2 P30 Step 2: Ex 1 P30 Step 3: P90

quality n. C usu pl. 品质 Sth that people may have as part of their character, eg, courageous , intelligent, committed, enthusiastic qualification n 资历，资格 （usu plural） Qualifications are all the examination passes, training courses and skills that you need to do a particular job. eg. pass CET Band 4, a year’s teaching experience, can take photos/speak English fluently

应聘目的：参加社会实践活动，丰富业余生活 假如你是李华，你校校刊“Our Steps”的招聘启事引起了你的兴趣，请根据下列信息用英文写一封申请信, 字数不少于60词。 Photographer wanted We are looking for applications for photographer for Our Steps. If interested, please email to Harry@our steps. org. Application deadline: May 15th, 2009 姓名：李华 性别：男 年龄：16 年级：高一 兴趣：摄影、写作、户外运动 其他：活泼、开朗、精力充沛； 曾获北京市摄影比赛青少年组二等奖 应聘目的：参加社会实践活动，丰富业余生活

姓名：李华 性别：男 年龄：16 年级：高一 兴趣：其他：活泼、开朗、精力充沛； Reasons for interest=应聘目的(参加社会实践活动，丰富业余生活) Personal quality:活泼、开朗、精力充沛； Qualification:摄影、写作、户外运动 曾获北京市摄影比赛青少年组 二等奖

1.国际文化交流中心将组织一次由各国学生参加的“和平，友爱”夏令营活动，要求报名者提交英文个人简介。假设你是王珊，请根据下列信息写一篇个人简介。 姓名：王珊 性别：女 年龄：16岁 学校：北京阳光中学 其他：爱好音乐，摄影；善于与人交流，乐于 助人；热爱自然，热爱和平 参加夏令营的目的：结交朋友，了解外国文化

My name is Wang Shan, an ordinary school girl studying in Beijing Yang Guanag School. I’m 16 years old, which is often, compared to “the season of flowers”. And I actually own some personalities of blooming flowers: vigorous, happy and out-going. I’m keen on music and photography, especially fond of the works about peace and friendship. I also take a special interest in our nature. Thus, I always go to the countryside, watching the crystal-like sky, listening to the whispers of birds, smelling the fragance by the flowers. Apart form these, I love to communicate with people and help those who’re in trouble. And in my wildest dreams, I’m longing for the peace of the whole world so that people can join their hands, despite their differences. The theme of this activity is “Peace and Friendly” and that’s why I want to take part in. I believe I can make more friends and I have a better understanding of foreign culture, which’ll broaden my horrizen. (165W)

Letter of Application Introduction (Paragraph 1: state reasons (purposes) for writing) Mainbody (Paragraph 2-?:Why? suitability/interest, education & qualifications, previous experience, personal qualities …) Conclusion (Final paragraph: Willingness for the job and closing remarks)

Structure Dear Sir or Madam:(,) Introduction Main body Your address The date Name and address of the company Dear Sir or Madam:(,) Introduction Main body Ending=signing off Yours sincerely=Sincerely yours, David

Useful Language: Applying for Jobs To begin letters I am writing to apply for the post/position of reporter for local events advertised in yesterday’s… I am writing with reference to/ with regard to the vacancy in your Sales Department as advertised in The News Weekly on14th October.

Experience/Qualifications: I have received training in…. I have successfully completed a course in data management. I have won the first prize in  national English innovation contest.  I have worked as an editor at our school newspaper for 2 years.

To end letters: I require an interview, and assure you that if appointed, I will do my best to give you satisfaction. Should this application meet with your favorable consideration, I will do my utmost to justify the confidence you may repose(信赖)in me. I would appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience /as soon as possible. I would be available for an interview at any time/until the end of July. Please contact me, should you have any further inquires/questions.

Your Time 假如你是李华。昨天在我校网站看到一则招聘广告：我校电视台招聘一名英文兼职记者。 要求：1、热情、健谈、有奉献精神 2、英语水平高 3、有良好的艺术表现能力 …. 请你给台长范玉涛写一封求职申请信。

Key points—English proficiency Excellent oral and written communication skills in both Chinese and English I have a strong linguistic competence … I have obtained excellent scores in both PET4 and PET8. Above all, I can communicate well with English speaking foreigners.

Key points—Related experience I have an experience of working as an English reporter (journalist)… I help with our school reporter club. I’ve organized interviews on some famous people and sports players.

Key points—Team spirit Teamwork skills include your ability to work well as part of a group. Having an enthusiastic and dynamic personality is important. e.g. I can work well as part of a group. e.g. I have an enthusiastic and dynamic personality.

Highlight I have a wide range of knowledge. I have been dreaming of becoming a reporter who can report the big events in due course (timely). I have a great love of … I would also like to learn more about what’s going on in the world. I am writing to apply for the job advertised on English Weekly.

Letter of Application 新华学校 英文报兼职记者 英语水平，相关经历，合作精神 Note： Tense Key points Appropriate words

Sample Writing Dear Sir or Madam, I am Li Hua from Xinhua School. I am writing to apply for the post of a part-time English reporter advertised in the English News Weekly. I think I am fit for the job as I have read a lot and have much knowledge in many fields. I am fond of English and do well in both speaking and writing. I got straight As in all my English papers. Besides, I am easy to get along with and enjoy working together with others.

Sample Writing Above all, I once worked as a reporter for my broadcasting station. Therefore, I am sure I can do the job well if I get the position. I am looking forward to your reply. Please contact me at 66755488, should you have any inquires. Yours sincerely (faithfully), Li Hua