writing : letter of application

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 5

writing : letter of application

- laptop

- pen and paper

goals

You have seen a 'perfect'letter of application

you have copied down phrases and sentences you can use in your letter

you know what to write in a letter of application

you know at least four positive character traits

you know how to write about ( past) work experience

PARTS OF THE LETTER

( WASP REPORTER PAGE 4 for layout)

Dear Reader,
[ advertentie in de Volkskrant van vandaag. ]

[apply - internship marketing & communication]

note!

2nd paragraph

- education ( degrees/ qualifications, current studies)

- (work) experience

I am currently [ a student at XYZ School, a graduate in ....]. I have gained skills in [mention relevant skills or experiences related to the position/program]. For example, [provide a specific example of your experience or skills].

Apply to be a science teacher.
mention your education and work experience ( you'll have to LIE!)

third paragraph

Mention your personal qualities/ interests

Again, you LIE if needed. 

You , or course, only have positive character traits

You are very interested in things related to the job

Positive Qualities & Character Traits for Work

Customer Service           Interpersonal Communication

Critical Thinking         Problem Solving

Public Speaking         Teamwork

Collaboration         Accounting

Active Listening   Adaptability

Negotiation      Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills     

Decision Making      Management

final paragraph
bedank de lezer - verwijs naar interview

compare

read the two letters of application. 

mark any sentence that you like, and will use in YOUR letter.

what are the major differences?