Applying for a job.

25-10-2006, 18:51

I'm struggling on composing on a letter for a job application, it's been a long time since I applied for a job, I've got my CV all sorted, one of the applications is via Email and the other one is via post with CV attached. Anyone got any ideas on how to set a decent letter of application out?

TheDaddy · 25-10-2006, 19:01

It's all about self marketing try to briefly personalise the details of your c.v. in it

Bex · 25-10-2006, 19:05

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Originally Posted by Nidge

I'm struggling on composing on a letter for a job application, it's been a long time since I applied for a job, I've got my CV all sorted, one of the applications is via Email and the other one is via post with CV attached. Anyone got any ideas on how to set a decent letter of application out?

one of my friends from school is in recruitment, i can always ask her for tips but won't see her till tomorrow. is that too late?

25-10-2006, 19:07

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Originally Posted by Bex

one of my friends from school is in recruitment, i can always ask her for tips but won't see her till tomorrow. is that too late?

It is Bex, I need to get the letter printed tonight and in the post first thing in the morning. Thanks anyway.

Bex · 25-10-2006, 19:11

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Originally Posted by Nidge

It is Bex, I need to get the letter printed tonight and in the post first thing in the morning. Thanks anyway.

np, have you tried online recruitment sites? they often have guides etc to help?
haven't looked but i think reed help with CV's they may have advise on cover letters etc

danielf · 25-10-2006, 19:13

Basically, in the application letter you want to get across why you would like to do this job, how you are qualified, and what special characteristics/traits/qualifications you have that make you stand out from the bog-standard applicant. In my experience, the first thing (showing you would really enjoy doing this type of job, as it suits your interests and personality) is just as important as the qualifications.

25-10-2006, 19:13

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Originally Posted by Bex

np, have you tried online recruitment sites? they often have guides etc to help?
haven't looked but i think reed help with CV's they may have advise on cover letters etc

I'll give Google a go.

lauzjp · 25-10-2006, 19:21

I really should get writing letters again - I managed to get my favourite job through just writing an on-spec letter... just be honest - why do you want to work for the company, what have you got to offer them? etc. http://www.henleycol.ac.uk/henleycol.../cadvice11.htm

when you get to interview -
http://anon.doubleclick.edgesuite.ne...NS_DirH_111006 and http://www.telepeople.com/InfoTopTen.aspx and http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article...22062,,00.html

good luck

25-10-2006, 19:58

What kind of job is it Nidge and what did you do before this?

25-10-2006, 20:19

Add or delete as you feel fit but they dont want the whose who of nidge at this stage.

LSainsbury · 25-10-2006, 20:55

You only indent the first paragraph!!

And don't use time new roman!

25-10-2006, 20:56

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Originally Posted by gaffer_gump

Add or delete as you feel fit but they dont want the whose who of nidge at this stage.

Just what I was looking for cheers mate, reps added.

LSainsbury · 25-10-2006, 20:57

..and you might want to look at this site...

25-10-2006, 20:58

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Originally Posted by lsainsbury

You only indent the first paragraph!!

And don't use time new roman!

What font do you use then?

25-10-2006, 21:01

No idea, but its better than on bog paper and a orange crayon..