LESSON 49: HOW TO WRITE A JOB APPLICATION? --怎样写求职信?

CONTENTS

I. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS 常用语

II. SAMPLE 范文

III. TIPS 掌握写作要领

IV. EXERCISE: WORDS, PHRASES AND SENTENCE PATTERNS 精通常用词组和句型

V. UPGRADING YOUR ENGLISH 英语升级

VI. GOODIES & GIFTS 实用小礼物

I. USEFUL EXPRESSIONS
常用语

1. How to start your letter?

I am seeking an opportunity to work with your company as a software engineer.

I am interested in a position as Sales Representative with your company.

I understand that your company has an opening for Retail Manager, and I am writing you to find out more about it.

I would like to apply for the position of Account Manager advertised in __________[newspaper] on ___________[date].

I wish to apply for the position of Sales Manager that your company advertised in ___________ [newspaper] on ___________[date].

2. How to describe your qualifications?

I have 5 years experience in personnel management.

Since 1995, I have focused on marketing health care products in East Asia.

I am familiar with the latest developments in office automation.

My 5 years as a production manager should meet the requirements for a _________ [position] in your company.

With an extensive background in industrial marketing, I believe I could be an asset to your company.

I believe my programming skills make AceSoft and me right for each other.

I believe my experience and record of achievement make me an ideal candidate for a position of ___________ in your company.

3. How to refer to your resume and other documents?

The enclosed resume contains details of my responsibilities and accomplishments.

Enclosed is my resume and other documents for you consideration.

As my enclosed resume indicates, I have supervised several important projects at ______________[company].

As you will see from my resume, much of the work I do in my present position is similar to work described in you advertisement.

My transcript will be sent directly from ______________[college/university].

4. How to end your letter?

I would be glad to submit further information about my qualifications.

Please let me know if there is any further information you require.

Please call me at 000-0000 if you need further information about my experience.

I can be reached at home after 6:00 p.m. on weekdays.

Thank you for your consideration.

I look forward to hearing from you.



II. SAMPLE
范文

1. Inquiring about job opportunities

2. Applying for a job advertised in a newspaper (new college graduates)

3. Applying for a managerial position (mid-career professional)

4. Applying for a job suggested by somebody

1. Inquiring about job opportunities

Dear ____________:

I am seeking an opportunity to work with _____________[company] as a _____________[position]. My professional experience and my awareness of your unparalleled reputation as a leading manufacturer of _____________ have led me to want to work for your company.

I have a _____ degree with a major in _________[field]. Over the years, I have worked with ____________[company] as _________[position], ____________[company] as _________[position], and ______________[company] as _________[position]. Additional experience in other fields such as ____________ and ______________ also reinforces my value to your company.

I look forward to an opportunity of discussing my qualifications with you in detail. I can be reached in daytime at (000) 000-0000 and in the evening at (000) 000-0000.

Sincerely yours,



_______________[name]
_______________[title]


2. Applying for a job advertised in a newspaper (new college graduates)

Dear ____________:

I am interested in the position of market research trainee your company advertised in ____________[newspaper] of _________[date].

I am going to graduate in ______[month] from the University of ___________ with a Bachelor's degree in business administration. The courses I have taken as a business major covered retail, wholesale, market analysis, and many other aspects of business operations. In addition, I have taken summer jobs as sales assistant for a number of local firms.

I am eager to start my career with a respected firm, and I believe your firm is the one I am looking for. Please contact me at the above address. I am available for an interview at your convenience.

Sincerely yours,



_____________[name]
_____________[title]


3. Applying for a managerial position (mid-career professional)

Dear ___________:

I believe my professional training, experience and a solid record of achievement in sales and marketing functions make me an ideal candidate for the position of _________ in your firm.

I have over ______ years of overseas sales and marketing experience, with ___-year work experience in the _________[place/area]. As my enclosed resume indicates, I have successfully managed sales programs for three US companies in the ______[place/area]. My responsibilities include overseeing the sales and marketing activities for building security products, developing marketing and promotional plans, attending to brand management, and identifying new distribution channels in __________, __________, and __________[countries].

I have an MBA degree and a B.S. degree from the University of _____________.

I will be available for an interview at your convenience. Please contact me at (000) 000-0000 from ____ a.m. to ____ p.m.

Sincerely yours,



____________[name]
____________[title]


4. Applying for a job suggested by somebody

Dear _____________:

Mr. __________, Technical Support Manager of your ___________ Department, suggested that I contact you about an upcoming opening in your ___________ Department for a technical support engineer.

I have ______ years' working experience in technical support for offices and schools, including installing, repairing, and supervising the operation of various electronic equipment . I am especially familiar with communication systems such as ___________, ___________ and ___________. Enclosed is my resume.

I would be glad to meet with you at your convenience. One day's notice is all I need.

Sincerely yours,



______________[name]
______________[title]



III. TIPS
掌握写作要领

1. Start the letter with a brief description of your purpose, specifying what kind of job you are applying for.
2. Tell the recipient who you are, with a brief description of your qualifications.
3. Emphasize your background and qualifications that are related to the job you are applying for.
4. List all the documents attached to your letter.
5. Offer contact information and ask for an early reply.


IV. EXERCISE: WORDS, PHRASES AND SENTENCE PATTERNS
精通常用词组和句型

1. Click on a word or phrase that fits the sentence:

  1. This is _____ reply to your advertisement in the Business Daily for a sales representative.
    (A) for
    (B) on
    (C) in
    (D) of

  2. I am referring _____ your advertisement in last month's edition of TeleCommunication.
    (A) with
    (B) at
    (C) in
    (D) to

  3. I am writing to confirm _____ I told you in our telephone conversation today.
    (A) which
    (B) that
    (C) how
    (D) what

  4. _____ I have made my living in providing computer hardware to customers, writing programs has always been my first love.
    (A) Despite
    (B) Although
    (C) Because
    (D) Since

  5. I am sending you my application _____ answer to your advertisement for a system engineer.
    (A) in
    (B) for
    (C) at
    (D) by

  6. My experience with Alpha Tour is directly related _____ the work you require for the position of Service Director.
    (A) with
    (B) on
    (C) from
    (D) to

  7. I am a _____ college graduate interested in finding a position in an insurance company.
    (A) recent
    (B) present
    (C) soon
    (D) latest

  8. I understand that you are attempting to ______ a software engineer.
    (A) install
    (B) fill in
    (C) recruit
    (D) restore

  9. Mr. Peter Wang, Director of Product Development, suggested that I contact you about an ______ opening in your company for a research specialist.
    (A) impending
    (B) upcoming
    (C) coming
    (D) awaiting

  10. I am confident I can _____ the position of Senior Accountant.
    (A) fill up
    (B) fill
    (C) fill in
    (D) fill out

  11. I believe the _______ additional experience in other fields also reinforces my value to your company.
    (A) mentioned
    (B) as mentioned
    (C) mentioned above
    (D) above mentioned

  12. I feel sure you will find my background and experience definitely _____ to your needs.
    (A) applied
    (B) applying
    (C) applicable
    (D) applicant




2. Displayed below are sentences for you to compose a letter asking for information about a customer's credit status. Number the sentences so that they can be arranged in a logical order:

Dear Mr. Larsen:

(1) My office phone number is (815) 367-0898, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

(2) Since 1996, I have worked at the same company as a Marketing Assistant Manager.

(3) After graduating from high school in 1988, I enrolled in Northeast Technology Institute where I received my B.S. degree in Electronic Engineering and a certificate in Industrial Marketing and Sales.

(4) I believe my technical background and experience in marketing mobile communications products could be an asset to your company.

(5) Enclosed is my resume including references.

(6) I look forward to hearing from you soon.

(7) From 1993 to 1996, I worked as a Customer Service Assistant at ESG Cellphone Inc.

(8) I wish to apply for the position of Marketing Specialist that your company advertised in Business Daily on April 5, 1999.

(9) I would be glad if you could give me an interview.

Sincerely yours,

Robert Braham

叁考答案全文

Dear Mr. Larsen:

I wish to apply for the position of Marketing Specialist that your company advertised in Business Daily on April 5, 1999. I believe my extensive background in marketing mobile communications products could be an asset to your company.

After graduating from high school in 1988, I enrolled in Northeast Technology Institute where I received my B.S. degree in Electronic Engineering and a certificate in Industrial Marketing and Sales. From 1993 to 1996, I worked as a Customer Service Assistant at ESG Cellphone Inc. Since 1996, I have worked at the same company as a Marketing Assistant Manager. Enclosed is my resume including references.

I would be glad if you could give me an interview. My office phone number is (815) 367-0898, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely yours,

Robert Braham


V. UPGRADING YOUR ENGLISH
英语升级


Click on a choice that best explains the highlighted word or phrase in the sentence:

  1. Industry leaders believe that Y2K, aside from some possible glitches in delivery and supply, may pose only modest problems.
    (A) small faults
    (B) difficulties
    (C) delays
    (D) serious problems

  2. The Securities and Exchange Commission halted trading in six companies whose shares have soared recently, swept up in the investment frenzy over anything related to the Internet.
    (A) campaign
    (B) over-heated activity
    (C) negotiation
    (D) dealing

  3. Rapidly growing wireless telecommunications companies sought to hitch their fortunes to the even faster growth of the Internet with a slew of new products and services.
    (A) build their fame upon the growth of the Internet
    (B) build their power upon the growth of the Internet
    (C) join force with the fast-growing Internet
    (D) seek business opportunities from the growth of the Internet

  4. NWC Airlines backed off when many people criticized its decision to charge more for non-online ticket orders.
    (A) stopped trying to charge more for non-online orders
    (B) continued to back the decision to charge more for non-online orders
    (C) carried out the decision slowly
    (D) supported people who criticized the decision

  5. I'm not sure what measures the government will take if these companies go belly-up.
    (A) succeed
    (B) get rich
    (C) fail
    (D) make slow progress

  6. Internet advertising revenues for the first nine months totaled a record $1.3 billion and were on track to reach $2 billion for the year.
    (A) had a strong desire to reach
    (B) were looking for a way to reach
    (C) were moving fast to achieve
    (D) were likely to achieve

  7. The computer maker has snubbed Intel with its decision to use AMD's K6-3 chips in its newest PCs.
    (A) cheated
    (B) defeated
    (C) ignored
    (D) misled

  8. New technologies are making it possible to peek under the earth's crust and learn where earthquake faults lurk.
    (A) hide in a secret place
    (B) exist without being detected
    (C) begin to become a serious problem
    (D) begin to cause a lot of damage

  9. A Web site dressed up with sparkling multimedia content has managed to win a mass market.
    (A) becoming increasingly exciting
    (B) showing off its creativity
    (C) with fancy features
    (D) boosted it's business
  10. Computer Associates has lined up a new China joint venture and continues to hunt for investment opportunities in Asia.
    (A) arrange according to a certain order
    (B) discovered
    (C) waited in a line for
    (D) secured


VI. SOMETHING FOR NOTHING
GOODIES & GIFTS （实惠小礼物）

A Ready-Made Letter for You

Application Cover Letter

Dear _____________:

I am interested in the position of marketing specialist at your company. My ______[number] years sales experience in the telecommunications industry and ______ years formal training in marketing should meet the requirements for a marketing specialist.

The enclosed application includes all the details related to my qualifications.

Sincerely yours,



_______________[name]
_______________[title]