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HELP - LOOKING FOR A SUMMER JOB - HOW TO WRITE THE LETTER?
Bylottie asked:
Hi i'm seeking for a summer pursuit and i'm uncertain how to put what i wish in a letter. Can you discuss it me how/ or give a couple of hints.
Hi i'm seeking for a summer pursuit and i'm uncertain how to put what i wish in a letter. Can you discuss it me how/ or give a couple of hints.
The info i need to put in - or leave out if u feel necessary.
Date accessible : 21st Jul - 2nd Sept
Studying AS this year
Going to do A levels afterwards opening year afterwards go to uni to investigate song (probably)
Bit about me - mature, polite, hardworking
Past work?
hmmm i do not know what else to include?
Please help! I do not wish to receptive to advice to boastfull and upfront as i'm not at all!
3 Comments
May 16th, 2009 at 12:59 am
Its always good to big yourself up, however dont try to repeat what you have currently said in your CV (Im assuming you have a CV ready as well) just outline breifly your qualities, experiences, what you like doing, why you would be good for the job, why you want it, and when you can start, and rememeber to close it with yours sincerly
Good luck!
May 16th, 2009 at 7:12 pm
Dates available - yes
Past experience - yes
I'm an x year old student but I'm told that I'm very mature for my age. I am friendly, polite and hardworking.
Something like that.
May 17th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
Cover letters should be simple. First paragraph: who you are and why you are writing. If you have a personal referral ("Jim Smith suggested I contact you."), this should go in the first paragraph.
Second paragraph: why you want them and why they should want you. This paragraph should highlight why you want this particular employer and job and what in your experience/background makes you a good candidate. Don't put personality traits if you can avoid it. Put things you have accomplished. The employer will judge the personality traits from what you have done, not what you tell them to think.
Third paragraph: follow up procedures. This is where you note that your resume is included/attached. If you are applying for a job out of town, put when you will be in town to interview, etc. Let them know that if you have not heard from them in two weeks, you will give a call to check status. Thank the employer for their time and consideration.
Hope this helps!