Lowongan Pekerjaan

Writing a Job Application

Your application is the first contact you will have with an employer.  The employer will use it to help decide if you are suitable for the job and if they would like to give you an interview.

It is most important to take time and care with your application.  Make it look good and make sure all the information is clear and easy to read.  Make sure you use paper that is size A4.

The Application Letter

There are many ways you can write a letter for a job.  One way is, your address, phone number and the date must be on the letter.  Always address the letter to the person named in the add.  If there is no name mentioned write Sir/Madam or phone the company and get the correct name.  When you write the letter put in the following information.

Contents

• Refer to the job and where and when you saw it advertised.
• Put in any information about work you have done before.
• Give your telephone number in the letter.
• Close your letter by saying how suitable you are for the job.

If your letter starts with Sir/Madam, always end with Yours faithfully.  If you start with a person's name end Yours sincerely.

Sign your name and have your name printed underneath.

Example surat lamaranpekerjaan

72 Smith Street
Homeville   1234
3 March 2000

The Manager
Presentations Are Us
PO  Box 782
Showtown     4321

Dear Sir/Madam

Please accept my application for the position of Sales Representative as advertised in the Showtown News on 14 February 2000.

I am currently working as a Sales Representative for Homeway Productions and am keen to obtain a full time position.  I hold a certificate in Sales and am prepared to undergo further training if necessary.

Please find enclosed my resumé in support of my application.

I am confident my skills and previous work experience will enable me to perform the duties of the position well.  I am available for an interview at a time convenient to you and can be contacted by telephone on

(05) 7286 3159.

Yours faithfully

Sarah Smith