 |
Career Guide |
YOUR
APPLICATION LETTER An
application letter (sometimes referred to as a covering
letter) should be sent along with an up-to-date resume
to a prospective employer. Whenever possible, address
your letter to a specific person. In this way it is
more likely to be noticed, even if the letter has
to be passed on to someone else. If you are not sure
to whom you should send your letter, simply phone
and ask. Please be sure to check that you have the
correct title and correct spelling of the person's
name. Always try and have your letters typed. If it
is not possible, then write it in your neatest handwriting.
Your
letter should include the following:
- How
you heard of the position (if applicable)
-
The position for which you are applying
-
Why you should be considered for the job (e.g.
previous experience, academic background)
-
Request for an interview
-
Telephone number where you can be reached or a
message left during the day.
Many
employers report that their workers have poor writing
and verbal skills. You can take steps to make sure
this isn't one of your weaknesses. Read as much as
you can, practice writing and increase your vocabulary
by looking up words you don't know.
|
caribbeanedu.com
