writing : letter of application

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 5

Lesson series: formal writing ( 3 lessons)

modelling; examples, writing with the class ( lessonup)

metacognition:  How to check your work - when to ask for help - how to prepare for the test 

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 how to write about ( past) work experience

You can check if your letter is of the required level 

PARTS OF THE LETTER

( WASP REPORTER PAGE 4 for layout)

compile a checklist

5  minutes

be specific!

- not "is the structure ok?'  instead:  are separate paragraphs?

- does the opening ....?

- have you used....?

- do you mention....?

- ...etc

 

check-in

add to you list as you hear suggestions!

- structure

- grammar

- content

- ....?

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

3rd paragraph
explain why you are the perfect candidate to work at the MediaMarkt.
[mention three charcter traits, with evidence]

final paragraph:
bedank de lezer - verwijs naar interview

write

Write a job application for your dream job. 

the vacancy was on perfectjobs.com

you are of course, qualified

your personality also matches the job requirements

check! 

in pairs; read both your letters of application. 

compare the letters to yor check list. Did you do everything that is required?

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

what are the major differences?