APPLYING FOR A JOB

English for Business & Communication

Nila Ayu Anggraeni, S.S. M.Pd.
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JOB ADVERTISEMENT

JOB APPLICATION LETTER/COVER LETTER

How to write a successful CV

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Recruitment Advertisements:

The process of attracting new staff usually begins with the

placement of a recruitment advertisement in the local or national
newspapers.
The advertisements therefore are often divided into three broad
sections:
1 A profile of the company itself -this can include anything from
size, turnover, product range, field of operations to management
philosophy.
2 A description of the kind of people the company is looking for
age, qualifications, previous experience and attitude
3. Details of the position and its conditions duties, responsibilities,
who to report to, salary, vacation allowance, promotion
prospects, fringe benefits (these include company car, pension
scheme, relocation allowance, bonus or profit share and any other
rewards in addition to the basic remuneration).
Tips to follow before writing a
Cover Letter
1.Do a little Research First.
Before writing a cover letter, find out more about the company
and the specific job you want. Check out the company’s website,
its social media pages and employee profiles on LinkedIn. Find out
what challenges the company is currently facing and how your
role would help address those.
2.Emphasize your Personal Value.
Since the recruiter is looking for people that can help them solve
specific problems, you should draw on the research you did
earlier, show that you know and understand what the company
does and some of the challenges it faces. After taking note of the
problems, talk about how the experience has equipped you to
meet those need and solve them.
3.Keep it short
The most popular advice out there in relation to a cover letter is
to keep it under a page. It should be brief enough that someone
can read it at a glance.
An email cover letter
From: Laura Mazzanti
To: David Kelly, HR Manager
Subject: Application for sales manager position

Dear Mr Kelly,
I am writing in response to the job advertisement on the ABC Jobs
website for the position of sales manager.
I have five years of experience in sales. For the last three years, I have
worked as a team leader, managing a team of 20 sales assistants in a
large store. I have experience in hiring, training and managing staff. I
have good communication skills and I can speak Italian, Spanish and
English.
I have attached my CV with more information about my background and
qualifications.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards,
Laura Mazzanti
An email cover letter
for fresh graduates From: Laura Mazzanti
To: David Kelly, HR Manager
Subject: Application for Recruitment Assistant

I am writing to express my interest in the position of Recruitment Assistant in your company.

Having obtained my Bachelor’s Degree in [XXXX] major in Human Resources in [XXX]

University, I hope to bring my knowledge, skills, and commitment to excellence to BPI.

With my major in HR management, I am familiar with standard processes for recruitment,

workforce organization, training, and compensation, as well as legal provisions and labor
concerns.

My internship at San Miguel Corporation gave me the chance to work with top professionals
in recruitment and HR. Being a trainee there developed my enthusiasm for human resources,
and convinced me that HR management is my true calling.

For more details of my qualifications and expertise, please review my attached resume.
Thank you for taking the time to consider this application. I look forward to hearing from you.
Best regards,
Laura Mazzanti
 TIPS

1. Be specific in the subject line and say what job you are applying
for.
2. Start your email with Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms + person’s surname.
3. Say where you saw the advertisement.
4. Say which job you’re applying for. You can use the sentence I’m
writing in response to the job advertisement for the position of … .
5. Write a short paragraph to say why you’re suitable for the job.
Mention your education, qualifications, work experience or skills.
6. Attach a CV (also known as a résumé in the USA) with more
information about your qualifications and background.
7. End by saying I look forward to hearing from you soon or I hope
to hear from you soon.
8. Sign off with Best regards or Best wishes.
 What is a CV?

Curriculum Vitae: an organized summary of your educational and

professional history usually prepared for job applications
• A CV includes anything a person wants to express about:
 Career goals
 Education
 Experience
 Activities
 Honors
 Writing a good CV

What should you include in a CV?

If you're applying for a job internationally, be aware that the standard length,
format and tone can vary from country to country. It's a good idea to check the
expected format in the country or company you're applying to.
Contact details
Make sure the potential employer has a way of contacting you. Include your full
name, telephone number and email address.
Photo?
In many countries, employers expect to see a professional-looking photo on a CV. In
others, like the UK, Canada and the USA, the law prohibits employers from asking
for a photo, and it is better not to include one. Try to find out if it is usual to
include a photo in the working environment you're applying to.
 Writing a good CV

Education
List and date the most important qualifications you have obtained, starting with
the most recent. You can also include any professional qualifications you have.
Work experience
List and date the jobs you've had and the companies you've worked for, starting
with the most recent. It's usually enough to cover the last ten years of your work
history. Include your job title, responsibilities and achievements in the job.
If you have a lot of work experience, give the job titles but be selective about
which responsibilities and achievements you highlight. Reduce the detail about jobs
that are less relevant to the role you're applying for and draw attention to the
most important experience you bring.
Skills
These could include the languages you speak, the computer programs you can use
well, the class type of your driving licence and any other professional skills you
might have that are relevant to the job you're applying for.
 Tips

1. Start with a short profile to show who you are and what you offer.
2. List your employment history, starting with the present.
3. Explain any gaps, for example time spent travelling or having children.
4. Use bullet points for your main responsibilities and experience in each
role. Choose the aspects of your previous jobs that are most relevant to
the new job you are applying for.
5. Then give your educational background. List the relevant qualifications
that you have, starting with the most recent. Include the title of your
qualification, where you studied and the date you successfully completed
it.
6. Consider putting Education above Employment if you don't have a lot
of work experience yet.
7. List other experience or interests you may have if they are relevant to
the job.
8. If you have someone who could support your application, add their
contact details or say References available on request at the end.
 Sample of CV
Maria Jones
Digital Marketing Specialist
Profile
I have five years' experience in various digital marketing roles. I have a proven ability to
create successful marketing campaigns in line with brand identity and values. I am a strong
collaborator with outstanding communication skills, and have comprehensive experience of using
my specialist knowledge and expertise in analytics for a wide variety of marketing initiatives.
Employment History
June 2017 – present
Digital Marketing Specialist for Zinco, a global insurance start-up
• My role involves working to tight deadlines to design, create and launch marketing
campaigns via social media
• I have developed advanced knowledge of a range of social media platforms and digital
marketing tools.
• I specialise in driving successful campaigns and excel in analysing their impact.
• I have experience launching digital billboards in places such as train stations and
shopping centres.
 Sample of CV

Sept 2016 – June 2017

Creative break from employment to travel and blog
• I travelled through 12 countries, met several professional bloggers
and started my own travel blog.
• I built up a community of followers and started to monetise my
blog through sponsored posts.
May 2014 – Aug 2016
Digital Marketing Assistant, Krunch Ltd
Responsibility for overall social media strategy and regular posting on
key channels.
I played a key role in numerous campaigns to boost engagement with
our brand.
I also supported three product launches.
 Sample of CV

Education
2014 Diploma in Digital Marketing, Leeds Beckett University, UK
2012 A-levels (Psychology, English, Art & Design), Leeds City College, UK
Skills and Interests
Competent WordPress developer
Skilled in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator
Advanced Spanish (C1)
Intermediate German (B1)
Photography
Travel
References
Available on request
 Individual Assignment
Find your preferred job on job advertisement (attached)
Make an application letter & CV based on job
advertisement in PDF format