Read the letter of application below and put the parts in the correct order.
1) I look forward to hearing from you,
2) First of all, I speak English well and I read and write it fluently. I passed the Cambridge First Certificate exam with a grade B and I am now preparing for the Proficiency exam. I am keen on sports: I am a member of the local swimming club, and also play basketball regularly. I don’t have any health problems.
3) In terms of experience, although I have never been a group leader before, I have attended several summer camps, and therefore understand the kind of work they do. I believe, I’m a good leader (I am President of my class at school) and last year I was captain of the basketball team.
4) Finally, I think I would make a good group leader because I am friendly and get on with people, especially children.
5) I am writing to apply for the job of group leader at the Sunny Days Camp in San Remo this summer. I would like to give you some details about myself.
6) I am available to work during the period 1-5 August.
7) Dear Mr. Vogels,
Choose one of the following advertisements and write your own application letter according to the layout. Find other advertisements to your speciality and write an application letter. Use the following tips while writing your cover letter.
Cover letter tips
1) Explain why you are sending a resume.
2) Tell specifically how you learned about the position or the organization.
3) Convince the reader to look at your resume. Call attention to elements of your background.
4) Reflect your attitude, personality, motivation, enthusiasm, and communication skills.
5) Provide or refer to any information specifically requested in a job advertisement that might not be covered in your resume.
6) Indicate what you will do to follow-up.
7) Mark why you would be a good job candidate for that organization based on the information.
Study the layout and the samples of resume.
Resume is a selling tool outlining your skills and experience so an employer can see, at glance, how you can contribute to the employer’s workplace.
CV is a more detailed form of resume (6-8 pages). The information is more detailed here.
Layout
| CONTACT INFORMATION First Last Name Street Address City, State, Zip Phone (Cell/Home) E-mail Address | Контактная информация Имя, фамилия Название улицы Город, страна, код Телефон (сот. / дом.) Адрес электронной почты | ||
| OBJECTIVE (optional) – What do you want to do? | Должность (чем Вы хотите заниматься) | ||
| CAREER HIGHLIGHTS QUALIFICATIONS (optional) A section that lists key achievements, skills, traits and experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. | Карьера / квалификация Список основных достижений, навыков, характерных черт и опыта, касающихся данной должности. | ||
| EXPERIENCE Company # 1 City, State Dates Worked Job Title Responsibilities / Achievements | Опыт (работы) Компания № 1 Город, стран Период работы Должность Обязанности / достижения | ||
| Company # 2 City, State Dates Worked Job Title Responsibilities / Achievements | Компания № 2 Город, стран Период работы Должность Обязанности / достижения | ||
| EDUCATION List the colleges, universities you attended, the degrees you received and any special awards and honors you earned. | Образование Перечислить учебные заведения, в которых Вы учились, дипломы и особые награды, которые получили. | ||
| SKILLS Related to the position / career field that you are applying for. | Навыки (умения) oтносящиеся к области трудоустройства | ||
| REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEEST Rather, have a separate list of references to give to employers upon request. | Рекомендации предоставляются по требованию Лучше иметь отдельный список рекомендателей, чтобы предоставить по требованию работодателя | ||
Sample 1
| 1. Personal Details Ann Jackson 52 Hanover Street Edinburgh EH 2 5LM Scotland Phone-01957487004 E-mail: [email protected] | ||
| 2. Education | ||
| 1981-1988 | Broadfield School, Brighton. A levels in German (A), English (B), History (B) and Geography (C). | |
| 1988-1991 | University of London. BA (Honours) in Journalism and Media Studies (Class II). | |
| 1991-1998 | London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Diploma in Public Relations. | |
| 3. Professional Experience | ||
| 1998 – present | Public Relations Officer Scottish Nature Trust. Editor of the Trust's monthly journal. In charge of relations with European environmental agencies. | |
| 1999 – 2000 | Press Officer, Highlands Tourist Board. Preparation of promotional materials and brochures. Co-ordination of media coverage. Summers of The News Herald newspaper. | |
| 1990 and 2000 | Two-three-month training periods as assistant to the Sports Editor. Arranging and conducting interviews. Preparation of articles covering local community sports events. | |
| 4. Skills Languages | Windows, MS Office 2000, Excel, Internet Fluent German and proficient in French. | |
| Additional | Driving license. | |
| 5. Activities | Skiing and swimming. Ski Instructor (grade II). | |
| 6. References | ||
| Herbert Undsay Professor of Journalism London University | Diane Swans Sports Editor The News Herald | |
Sample 2
| John H. Mill 38 Park Avenue, Ap. 50 New York, N.Y. 11298 Tel. (312) 493-8332 | |
| OBJECTIVE | A position of a bookkeeper. |
| SUMMARY | 12 years of experience in all routine work in this field. Perfect knowledge of computers and statistics. |
| RESPONSIBILITIES | Compiled financial reports, balance sheets and production planning forecasts. |
| EXPERIENCE | |
| 2005-2011 | FRISKO DOCS, Inc. San Francisco, California. Deputy Chief of Planning, Commerce Dpt. In charge of account books, statements, new ideas in planning. |
| 2000-2004 | SAKHA Co, Ltd. New York. Accountant. Prepared accounts and balance sheets. |
| EDUCATION (1995-2000) | LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS London, Great Britain, Bachelor (Ec.). |
| PERSONAL | Arrived in the United Sates January, 2005. British subject. Married. One child. |
| REFERENCES | Available upon request |