Writing an Application Letter

Daily test

WRITING AN APPLICATION LETTER​

Multiple Choice

What is the correct way to write the application letter?

• Inside address, Date, Sender's address, Salutation, Body, Closing, Signature and Enclosure

• Date, Inside address, Sender's address, Salutation, Body, Closing, Enclosure and Signature

• Writer's address, Date, Sender's address, Body, Salutation, Closing, Signature and Enclosure

• Writer's address, Date, Inside address, Salutation, Body, Closing, Signature and Enclosure

Multiple Choice

Lilis Handayani

Jl. A. Yani 389

Surabaya, 65151

April 19, 2009

Mr. Frank Peterson, Personnel Manager

Jeans and Co.

Jl. Raya Pandaan 186

Pandaan Pasuruan, Jawa Timur, 98502

Dear Mr. Peterson:

I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for a local branch manager, which appeared in the Jawa Pos on Sunday, June 15. As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and qulifications match this position’s requirements.

My current position, managing the local branch of a national shoe retailer, has provided the oportunity to work under a high – pressure, team environment, where it is essential to be able to work closely with my colleagues in order to meet sales deadlines.

In addition to my responsibilities as manager, I also developed time management tools for staff using Access and Excel from Microsoft’s Office Suite.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally discuss why I am particularly suited for this position. Please call me after 4.00 p.m. to suggest a time we may meet. I can be reached via telephone number 031 – 858564 or by email at [e-mail].

Sincerely,

Lilis Handayani

Who is the sender of the letter?

• Frank Peterson

• Jeans and Co

• Personnel Manager

• Lilis Handayani

Multiple Choice

1. What job position that the applicant is applied for?

July 18, 2019

Mr. Smith Robertson

Personnel Manager

Smith and Jo Consulting

PO Box 583, Texas

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student Affairs Office notice board of the American Polytechnic University on 1 July 2019.

My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufacture Limited improved my leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and written English.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the American Polytechnic University, graduating in 2018. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Marketing and strategic Management.

During my study, I have had the post of Executive in Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Smith and Jo Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.

I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,

William Anderson

Encl : Resume

• Consultant

• Operation management

• Human resources management

• Management trainee

Multiple Choice

2. What skills and personnel qualities are required?

July 18, 2019

Mr. Smith Robertson

Personnel Manager

Smith and Jo Consulting

PO Box 583, Texas

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student Affairs Office notice board of the American Polytechnic University on 1 July 2019.

My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufacture Limited improved my leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and written English.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the American Polytechnic University, graduating in 2018. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Marketing and strategic Management.

During my study, I have had the post of Executive in Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Smith and Jo Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.

I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,

William Anderson

Encl : Resume

• Leadership skills, computer skills, and communication skills

• Fluent spoken and written Mandarin, willing to work overtime and hardworking person

• Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

• Leadership skills, communication skills and have knowledge about environment

Multiple Choice

3. What does Mr. Anderson enclose the application letter?

July 18, 2019

Mr. Smith Robertson

Personnel Manager

Smith and Jo Consulting

PO Box 583, Texas

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student Affairs Office notice board of the American Polytechnic University on 1 July 2019.

My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufacture Limited improved my leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and written English.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the American Polytechnic University, graduating in 2018. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Marketing and strategic Management.

During my study, I have had the post of Executive in Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Smith and Jo Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.

I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,

William Anderson

Encl : Resume

• Address

• Job Interview

• Resume

• Reputation

Multiple Choice

How does Mr. Anderson know this ad?

July 18, 2019

Mr. Smith Robertson

Personnel Manager

Smith and Jo Consulting

PO Box 583, Texas

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student Affairs Office notice board of the American Polytechnic University on 1 July 2019.

My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufacture Limited improved my leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and written English.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the American Polytechnic University, graduating in 2018. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting, Marketing and strategic Management.

During my study, I have had the post of Executive in Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under pressure and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Smith and Jo Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure.

I am available for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,

William Anderson

Encl : Resume

• From Lucky Star Garment Manufacture Limited

• From American Polytechnic University

• From Student Affairs Office Notice Board

• From Management Society

Multiple Choice

The following statements are true, except ...

Guruh Hartajaya

Jl. Sudirman No.71

Medan

E-mail: gh_jaya_ [e-mail]

Mobile phone no: 087123432178909

December 27, 2018

Mr. Julian Pasha

Personnel Manager

PT Lentera Abadi, a Printing House

Jl. Jembatan Merah 29, PO Box 444

Medan

Dear Mr. Julian Pasha,

I am writing to apply for the post of Digital Printing Machine operator, which was advertised on the Berita Kita newspaper on December 26, 2018.

My working experience at Global Panca Media improved my skill in operating a digital printing machine, communication skills and ability to work in a team. I am a fast learner, creative and have a good conduct. Besides, l can adapt to new environment very quickly and work under pressure. In addition, I was chosen the Best Employee of the year 2017.

Working for PT Lantern Abadi as a multinational company appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces high-quality products and l can contribute to this with my skills.

I am available for interview at any time. I can be contracted on the mobile phone number given above. I look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely

Guruh Hartajaya

Encl: Resume

• The job was advertised in Berita Nusantara Newspaper

• Guruh Hartajaya has very good communication skills

• Mr. Julian Pasha is the Personnel Manager

• Guruh Hartajaya worked in Gobal Panca Media

Multiple Choice

What was Guruh Hartajaya best achievement?

Guruh Hartajaya

Jl. Sudirman No.71

Medan

E-mail: gh_jaya_ [e-mail]

Mobile phone no: 087123432178909

December 27, 2018

Mr. Julian Pasha:

Personel Manager

PT Lentera Abadi, a Printing House

Jl. Jembatan Merah 29, PO Box 444

Medan

Dear Mr. Julian Pasha:

I am writing to apply for the post of Digital Printing Machine operator, which was advertised on the Berita Kita newspaper on December 26, 2018.

My working experience at Global Panca Media improved my skill in operating a digital printing machine, communication skills and ability to work in a team. I am a fast learner, creative and have a good conduct. Besides, l can adapt to new environment very quickly and work under pressure. In addition, I was chosen the Best Employee of the year 2017.

Working for PT Lantern Abadi as a multinational company appeals to me Because It has a good reputation and it provides excellent training. Your organization produces high-quality products and l can contribute to this with my skills.

I am available for interview at any time. I can be contracted on the mobile phone number given above. I look forward to meeting you.

Sincerely

Guruh Hartajaya

Encl: Resume

• He is familiar with a printing machine

• He can be contracted at any time

• He is a fast learner, creative and has good conduct

• He was chosen the Best Employee of the Year 2017

Multiple Choice

The best word to complete the sentence is …

"I would like to ______ whether you have any vacancies in your company."

• Open

• Inquire

• Enact

• Provide

Multiple Choice

The best word to complete the sentence is …

" I have work experience in the ______ and industrial sector which has developed my skills and ability to work in many different environments."

• Development

• Retail

• Expertise

• Recruitment

Multiple Choice

The applicant should do the following after the interview session, except ...

• Ask for feedback

• Resend the application letter to the same company

• Ask the company what we need to do when we start the job

• Contact the company to find out the result

Multiple Choice

The parts of an application letter are ...

• sender's address, date, addressee, salutation, body of letter, complimentary closing, signature & full name.

• sender's address, date, addressee, complimentary closing, body of letter, closing, signature & full name.

• sender's address, addressee, date, salutation, body of letter, complimentary closing, signature & full name.

• sender's address, addressee, date, salutation, body of letter, complimentary closing, signature & full name.