(共21张PPT)
Writing an application letter
Unit 1 Developing ideas--writing
At the end of the class, you are expected to:
1. Know the basic structure and contents of an application letter for a job.
2. Master the useful expressions of an application letter.
3. Write an application letter for a job vacancy.
4. Self-evaluate one's writing according to the given assessment criteria.
Learning objectives
Writing an application letter
Read the job advertisement and the application letter.
Match the headings to the sections and find out how qualified the applicant is for the job (Ex. 5).
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Writing an application letter
Collect smart expressions
Dear Ms Smith,
I wish to apply for the position of a local tour guide as advertised in the Daily News on 30 June.
I'm very familiar with the history of my home city, and have a passion for history. This role would enable me to help bring our history to life for visitors and promote local culture. As I plan to work in the tourism industry after graduation, I would welcome the opportunity to gain experience in this field.
As (is) stated in my attached CV, I can speak both English and French fluently. English is my native language, and I'm majoring in French at university. I also attended an exchange programme in Paris last year, which further improved my French language skills.
curriculum vitae/k r kj l m vi ta /n. (求职用的)履历,简历
Although I’m not a professional tour guide, I organised and conducted a tour of my city for classmates living outside the area, for which I received excellent feedback. What’s more, I’m a quick learner, and am willing to start at the beginning when necessary.
I would be delighted to have the opportunity to discuss my application further with you. I'm contactable via email at this address or by phone on 6747-9818. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Josie Davis
I would appreciate it if I could have the opportunity/you could take my application into consideration.
Writing an application letter
Formal greeting
Body
Formal signing off
Writing tips
Dear...,
personal interest & career choice
qualifications required
relevant past experience
Yours sincerely,
...
Structure of an application letter:
Beginning
Ending
writing purpose (position applied for, how you came to know about it)
restate interest & contact information
Writing purpose:
I wish to apply for the position of ... as advertised in ...
从你们的广告中得知你们正在招聘一名……,我写信求得该职位。
Having learned from your advertisement that you are in need of …, I’d like to apply for the post.
Useful expressions:
Personal interest & career choice:
be familiar with
have a passion for …
As I plan to work in …, I would welcome the opportunity to gain experience in this field.
对……有兴趣
show great interest in …
热衷于
be keen on …
梦想着从事……
dream of working as …
Useful expressions:
Qualifications:
speak … fluently / be fluent in … (language skills)
major in … / be a major in …
attend … programme
毕业于……
graduate from
精通;对……掌握熟练
have a good command of …
擅长……
be skilled in / be good at / be expert at …
对……准备充分的
be well-prepared for …
Useful expressions:
Past experience:
receive excellent feedback
be willing to start at the beginning …
曾经作为……:
I once worked as … for … years. / I’ve been serving as … since ….
在……方面有丰富的经验
have rich experience in…/ be experienced in…
对……熟悉
be familiar with
Useful expressions:
Ending---restate your interest :
I would be delighted to have the opportunity to …
Ending---give contact information:
I’m contactable via email at the address … / by phone on …
Ending---express thanks:
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Useful expressions:
【篇首句】写信目的
1. 我在报纸上/网上看到你们发布的消息, 你们公司在招聘一名秘书, 我认为有资格申请你们在广告中所招聘的职务。
I have read in the newspaper/ the announcement you have posted on the Internet that a secretary is wanted in your company. I feel quite qualified for the position you advertised.
2. 我认为我是秘书工作的合适人选,所以写信推荐自己。
I am writing to recommend myself as a qualified candidate for the job of secretary.
3. 我写信是想申请加入你们学校的夏令营/ 加入这个项目/销售经理这个职位。
I am writing to apply for the summer camp in your school. /join the program. /apply for the vacancy of sales manager.
4. 我写信是想告诉你,我适合做你们在广告上刊登的这份工作/我是你们的招聘职位的最佳人选。
I am writing to tell you that I'm suitable for the job you are advertising./ I am the right person for the position you advertised.
【篇中句】介绍自己特长及应聘目的
1.作为一名有经验的……,我轻车熟路……
Being a seasoned volunteer, I know what to expect and…
2.具备良好的英语口语能力,我相信能满足你的基本要求。此外,作为一名志愿者服务社区两年,我有足够相关经验、沟通技巧和团队合作精神,这将增强我对这份工作的信心。
Equipped with excellent spoken English, I’m sure I can meet with your essential requirements. Additionally, having served the community as a volunteer for two years, I have sufficient relevant /organizational experience, communication skills and teamwork spirit, which will enhance my confidence in the job.
【篇尾句】表达期待和愿望
1.殷切地希望我的申请能得到您的同意/提供机会。
I sincerely hope that my application will meet with your approval. / I would appreciate it if you could offer me the opportunity.
2. 如果你需要了解更多,请给我打电话189……
If you need to know more about me/ more details, please contact me at 189...
3. 这是一个锻炼自己的宝贵机会,如果你能考虑我的岗位,我将不胜感激。
This being a precious opportunity to train myself(独立主格结构), I shall be much obliged if you could consider me for the position.
Read the job advertisement and plan for your application letter by answering the questions.
refreshments [ pl.] drinks and small amounts of food that are provided or sold to people in a public place or at a public event
(在公共活动场所供应或销售的)饮料,小食
Light refreshments will be served during the break.
中间休息时有点心供应。
If you photocopy a document, you make a copy of it using a photocopier.
复印
1) What job are you applying for Where did you find the job vacancy
2) What previous experience )2) 2)What makes you suitable for the job
3) What relevant qualifications and language skills do you have
Now write the application letter.
Read the job advertisement and plan for your application letter by answering the questions.
You can apply for the job you want most.
Discuss in pairs.
Work in pairs:
Make improvements to each other’s application letters, paying particular attention to the structure and language.
I wish to apply for the position of office assistant as advertised in China News Report on 23 September.
I’m skilled in the use of computers, and I have a great interest in online technology. I believe my skills would enable me to contribute to the smooth operation of your office.
As I plan to work in an administrative post after graduation, I would welcome the opportunity to gain experience in this field. As stated in my attached CV, I am well prepared for a variety of tasks, including document filing, photocopying and arranging refreshments. English is my native language, and I’m majoring in French at university.
Dear Ms Lee,
Although I have not held the position of office assistant before, I did work in a major department store for a few weeks, five days per week on morning shift, and I was regarded as a valuable addition to the sales team. I am capable of learning quickly, and willing to start with the basics wherever it is necessary.
Should you consider me a suitable candidate to interview, I’m contactable at your convenience at samhanson@ or by phone on 8969-7616. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Sam Hanson
Items Score(5-4-3-2-1) Improvements
1. I can acquire, sort and generalize key information when listening to the conversations and reading the passages. (topic/ gist/ details)
2. I can use the useful expressions in bold. (make up my mind/ pass up the opportunity/ have second thoughts/ put off making a decision/ reject anything out of hand/ weigh up the options)
3. I know how to ask polite questions and give reasons in an interview.
4. I am satisfied with my performance in the class.
Self-assessment