Job Application商务英语写作第一章 By the end of this chapter you should be able to: 学习目标 Understand the basic structure of application letters and resumes Know how to write effective application letters and resumes Produce your own application letters and resumes Wang lua is a third year student mjoring in business English at Guangzhou Open University.He has dome a good job with his last two years'courses.He will graduate from college in three months. 学前准备 Before that,he plans to enter a foreign trade company for internships in order to gain some working experience.A letter of application and a resume are essential when applying for a job.Be is now writing these prior to seeking jobs. For a couple of weeks.Wang Hua has been Unit looking for job opportumities on the One internet or by attending the Job recruitnent fairs.Afterwards he is Appl captivated by a job as a foregign trade icat salesman at the Great Wall Import ion( 学前思考 Export Co.Ltd.It is a large 第一 state-owned corporation,which mainly 章) handle various office equipment.Wang Hua believes he will be qualified for Task One the job and now he is determined to 误程学习 Job write her job application letter to the Applicati manager of Human Resources Department on Letter in the company. I.Overview II.General Format IIL.Case Studies IV.Useful Expressions and Struetures V.Exercise8
1 Job Application_商务英语写作第一章 Unit One Job Appl icat ion( 第一 章) 学习目标 By the end of this chapter you should be able to: • Understand the basic structure of application letters and resumes • Know how to write effective application letters and resumes • Produce your own application letters and resumes 学前准备 Wang Hua is a third year student majoring in business English at Guangzhou Open University. He has done a good job with his last two years’ courses. He will graduate from college in three months. Before that, he plans to enter a foreign trade company for internships in order to gain some working experience. A letter of application and a resume are essential when applying for a job. He is now writing these prior to seeking jobs. 课程学习 Task One Job Applicati on Letter 学前思考 For a couple of weeks, Wang Hua has been looking for job opportunities on the internet or by attending the recruitment fairs. Afterwards he is captivated by a job as a foregign trade salesman at the Great Wall Import & Export Co. Ltd. It is a large state-owned corporation, which mainly handle various office equipment. Wang Hua believes he will be qualified for the job and now he is determined to write her job application letter to the manager of Human Resources Department in the company. I. Overview II. General Format III. Case Studies IV. Useful Expressions and Structures V.Exercises
After writing the application letter. ang Bu begins to d南slA四his resume to 学前思考 introduce hiaseif as well as desonstrate what he has achieved in college.Be follows these steps below inT/t国h/ses雨e I.Overviev Task Two II.Types and General Resune Fornat III. Case Studies IV.Useful Expressions and Structures V.Exercises 直播课堂 有待数师提供 主题时论 有特教师提供 Task One Job Application Letter L.Overview Letters of application,also known as cover letters,are used by job seckers to introduce themselves and inform an employer of their availability and desire to be employed,or to apply to an educational institution or a private or public organization. 1.Function Application letters serve both as cover letters for resumes and as introductions for job seekers.Unless otherwise specified by a job posting.an application letter should always accompany a professional resume. 2.Purpose The purpose of an application letter is to get the employer to read your resume and invite you for an interview.By writing the letter you are simply telling your potential employer that you are worth having a look at. 3.Content In an application letter,a job seeker should identify the job in which he/she is interested,the reasons for his/her interest,and his/her qualifications for the job and a
2 Task Two Resume 学前思考 After writing the application letter, Wang Hua begins to design his resume to introduce himself as well as demonstrate what he has achieved in college. He follows these steps below in writing his resume. I. Overview II．Types and General Format III. Case Studies IV. Useful Expressions and Structures V.Exercises 直播课堂 有待教师提供 主题讨论 有待教师提供 Task One Job Application Letter I. Overview Letters of application, also known as cover letters, are used by job seekers to introduce themselves and inform an employer of their availability and desire to be employed，or to apply to an educational institution or a private or public organization. 1. Function Application letters serve both as cover letters for resumes and as introductions for job seekers. Unless otherwise specified by a job posting, an application letter should always accompany a professional resume. 2. Purpose The purpose of an application letter is to get the employer to read your resume and invite you for an interview. By writing the letter you are simply telling your potential employer that you are worth having a look at. 3. Content In an application letter, a job seeker should identify the job in which he/she is interested, the reasons for his/her interest, and his/her qualifications for the job and a
request for an interview.And the application letter should always be tailored to the position for which they are being submitted,with information that is both relevant and specific to the job and the hiring company. 4.Considerations Application letters should always be addressed to a specific individual within the hiring organization and should indicate how a job seeker leamed about a particular job opening. II.General Format Applicant's comtact details Name Address City,State,Zip Code Phone Number Email Address Date(Month,Dy,Yer） Employer's Centact Details Name Title Comp可 Address City,State,Zip Code Salutation Dear Mr/Ms.Last Name. Body of Application Letter First Paragraph Middle Paragraph(s) Final Paragraph Compli候ntary Close Faithfully/SincerelyRespectfully yours (Applicant's handritten signatare) Signature (typed) Enclosure(s) 1.Applicant's contact details The applicant's address and contact information should be at the top.The address and the date can be left-justified,or centered. 2.Date In British English the day is usually put before the month.If you wish,you can add the ending of the ordinal number.The preposition of before the month is usually
3 request for an interview. And the application letter should always be tailored to the position for which they are being submitted, with information that is both relevant and specific to the job and the hiring company. 4. Considerations Application letters should always be addressed to a specific individual within the hiring organization and should indicate how a job seeker learned about a particular job opening. II. General Format Applicant's contact details Name Address City, State, Zip Code Phone Number Email Address Date (Month, Day, Year) Employer’s Contact Details Name Title Company Address City, State, Zip Code Salutation Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name, Body of Application Letter First Paragraph Middle Paragraph(s) Final Paragraph Complimentary Close Faithfully/Sincerely/Respectfully yours, (Applicant’s handwritten signature) Signature (typed) Enclosure(s) 1. Applicant's contact details The applicant’s address and contact information should be at the top. The address and the date can be left-justified, or centered. 2. Date In British English the day is usually put before the month. If you wish, you can add the ending of the ordinal number. The preposition of before the month is usually
dropped.You can put a comma before the year.but this is not common anymore in British English. Example:5(th)(of)October (.2009 In American English the month is usually put before the day.If you wish,you can put the definite article before the day.It is common to write a comma before the year. Example:October (the)5 (th).2009 You can also write the date by using numbers only.The most common forms are: Example:5/1009r5-10-09 Note,however.that 5/10/09 usually means 5 October 2009 in British English and May 10.2009 in American English.To avoid any possibility of confusion,you should spell out the month or use the abbreviation. 3.Employer Contact Details Obviously,this refers to the name of the person and his/her position in the company. Most of the time.the person here is the HR Manager or the personnel officer.Make sure that the name placed here should be the person who will read your application letter. 4.Salutation When applying for a job,it is very important to know the name of the addressee and address him/her personally.Use specific names or at least position titles whenever possible.If you absolutely cannot find a name,you will have to address your letter to a title (e.g."Dear Human Resources Manager"or "Dear Marketing Manager") Avoid the dated "Dear Sir and Madam"or"To whom it may concer".A comma after salutation is must 5.Body ofApplication Letter The body of your application letter allows the employer/HR of the firm to know what position you are applying for,the reason why the employer should shortlist you for an interview,and how you will follow up. First Paragraph In an application letter format,the first paragraph must include details on why you are writing the letter.You must mention the job you are interested in and applying for and how you find that job listing.You may include the name of a mutual contact/reference. if you have one Middle Paragraph(s) The middle paragraph of a general application letter format should describe what you
4 dropped. You can put a comma before the year, but this is not common anymore in British English. Example: 5 (th) (of) October (,) 2009 In American English the month is usually put before the day. If you wish, you can put the definite article before the day. It is common to write a comma before the year. Example: October (the) 5 (th), 2009 You can also write the date by using numbers only. The most common forms are: Example: 5/10/09 or 5-10-09 Note, however, that 5/10/09 usually means 5 October 2009 in British English and May 10, 2009 in American English. To avoid any possibility of confusion, you should spell out the month or use the abbreviation. 3. Employer Contact Details Obviously, this refers to the name of the person and his/her position in the company. Most of the time, the person here is the HR Manager or the personnel officer. Make sure that the name placed here should be the person who will read your application letter. 4. Salutation When applying for a job, it is very important to know the name of the addressee and address him/her personally. Use specific names or at least position titles whenever possible. If you absolutely cannot find a name, you will have to address your letter to a title (e.g., “Dear Human Resources Manager” or “Dear Marketing Manager”). Avoid the dated “Dear Sir and Madam” or “To whom it may concern”. A comma after salutation is must. 5. Body of Application Letter The body of your application letter allows the employer/HR of the firm to know what position you are applying for, the reason why the employer should shortlist you for an interview, and how you will follow up. First Paragraph In an application letter format, the first paragraph must include details on why you are writing the letter. You must mention the job you are interested in and applying for and how you find that job listing. You may include the name of a mutual contact/reference, if you have one. Middle Paragraph(s) The middle paragraph of a general application letter format should describe what you
have to offer the company/employer.You should mention your educational background and how your qualifications are best suited for the job you are applying for.You may write about your past work experiences,and what you gained from them Do not make it sound like a resume.Remember,that it is an application letter which is a sort of interpretation of a resume. Final Paragraph General application format implies that the final paragraph must be a coneluding one, in which the applicant should thank the employer for considering him for the job position.Including information about the follow-up is very important and you must do it only in the final paragraph. 6.Complimentary Close The "Sincerely yours"element of the business letter is called the complimentary close. Other common ones are "Cordially,""Respectfully,"or "Respectfully yours."You can design your own.but be careful not to create florid or wordy ones.Notice that only the first letter is capitalized.and it is always followed by a comma. 7.Signature block Usually.you type your name four lines below the complimentary close,and sign your name in between.If you are a woman and want to make your marital status clear,use Miss,Ms.or Mrs.in parentheses before the typed version of your first name. Whenever possible,include your title or the name of the position you hold just below your name.For example,"Technical writing student,""Sophomore data processing major,"or "Tarrant County Community College Student"are perfectly acceptable. In case of an e-mail,applicant's full contact information appears below your printed name (instead of'at the top),and of course there is no handwritten signature. 8.Enclosure(s) To make sure that the recipient knows that items accompany the letter in the same envelope,use such indications as“Enclosure,”“Enel,"“Enclosures(2)."For example if you send a resume and writing sample with your application letter,you'd do this: "Encl.:Resume and Writing Sample."Ifthe enclosure is lost,the recipient will know. III.Case Studies Sample 1 Application Letter for Management Trainee
5 have to offer the company/employer. You should mention your educational background and how your qualifications are best suited for the job you are applying for. You may write about your past work experiences, and what you gained from them. Do not make it sound like a resume. Remember, that it is an application letter which is a sort of interpretation of a resume. Final Paragraph General application format implies that the final paragraph must be a concluding one, in which the applicant should thank the employer for considering him for the job position. Including information about the follow-up is very important and you must do it only in the final paragraph. 6. Complimentary Close The “Sincerely yours” element of the business letter is called the complimentary close. Other common ones are “Cordially,” “Respectfully,” or “Respectfully yours.” You can design your own, but be careful not to create florid or wordy ones. Notice that only the first letter is capitalized, and it is always followed by a comma. 7. Signature block Usually, you type your name four lines below the complimentary close, and sign your name in between. If you are a woman and want to make your marital status clear, use Miss, Ms., or Mrs. in parentheses before the typed version of your first name. Whenever possible, include your title or the name of the position you hold just below your name. For example, “Technical writing student,” “Sophomore data processing major,” or “Tarrant County Community College Student” are perfectly acceptable. In case of an e-mail, applicant’s full contact information appears below your printed name (instead of at the top), and of course there is no handwritten signature. 8. Enclosure(s) To make sure that the recipient knows that items accompany the letter in the same envelope, use such indications as “Enclosure,” “Encl.,” “Enclosures (2).” For example, if you send a resume and writing sample with your application letter, you’d d o this: “Encl.: Resume and Writing Sample.” If the enclosure is lost, the recipient will know. III. Case Studies Sample 1 Application Letter for Management Trainee
E-2 Apartment Heighits Dr. Blacksburg.VA 24060 (0917)5350101 Joshua daniel.dejesus@gmail com February 22,2009 The Manager Human Resources Department Globe Telecom.Ine Dear Sir/Madam. I am Joshua Daniel L De Jesus,a graduating student of the Ateneo de Manila University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Maragement Engineering and a Minoe in Information Technology. I learned from the recently-concluded Ateneo Job and Practicum Fair that there are employment opportunities in your prestigious organization.I am writing to express my interest in joining Globe Telecom,Inc.as a Management Trainee.My training in Finance,Information Technology, Management.and Operations-along with the experience of working with the Marketing Department of a multinational company for my practicum-seems to match your needs Enclosed are my Resume and Official Partial Transript of Records (TOR)for your perusal.I would be pleased to come for an interview or amy other requirement which the application may entail.You may contact me at your convenient time through my mobile (0917 123-4567).landline (0917555-0101),or email (Joshua.danieldejesus@gmail.com) Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, (Handwrinten signature) Joshua Daniel L.De Jesus BS Management Engineering 09 Minor in Information Technology Atenco de Manila University Enclosure Sample I is composed of three parts.In the first part,the writer gives a brief introduction to his/her own educational background.In the second part,the writer identifies the job for which he/she is applying for,the way he/she leamed about the job opening and indicates his/her specific applications.such as the degree and experience.In the third part,the writer asks for an interview and the contact is provided. Sample 2 Application Letter for Civil Engineer 1000 Terrace View Apts. Blacksburg.VA 24060 (540)555-4523
6 E-2 Apartment Heights Dr. Blacksburg, VA 24060 (0917) 555-0101 Joshua.daniel.dejesus@gmail.com February 22, 2009 The Manager Human Resources Department Globe Telecom, Inc Dear Sir/Madam, I am Joshua Daniel L. De Jesus, a graduating student of the Ateneo de Manila University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Engineering and a Minor in Information Technology. I learned from the recently-concluded Ateneo Job and Practicum Fair that there are employment opportunities in your prestigious organization. I am writing to express my interest in joining Globe Telecom, Inc. as a Management Trainee. My training in Finance, Information Technology, Management, and Operations-along with the experience of working with the Marketing Department of a multinational company for my practicum-seems to match your needs. Enclosed are my Resume and Official Partial Transcript of Records (TOR) for your perusal. I would be pleased to come for an interview or any other requirement which the application may entail. You may contact me at your convenient time through my mobile (0917 123-4567), landline (0917 555-0101), or email (Joshua.daniel.dejesus@gmail.com) Thank you for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Sincerely, (Handwritten signature) Joshua Daniel L. De Jesus BS Management Engineering 09 Minor in Information Technology Ateneo de Manila University Enclosure Sample 1 is composed of three parts. In the first part, the writer gives a brief introduction to his/her own educational background. In the second part，the writer identifies the job for which he/she is applying for, the way he/she learned about the job opening, and indicates his/her specific applications, such as the degree and experience. In the third part, the writer asks for an interview and the contact is provided. Sample 2 Application Letter for Civil Engineer 1000 Terrace View Apts. Blacksburg, VA 24060 (540) 555-4523
stevemason@vt.edu March 25.2010 Ms.Janice Wilson Personnel Director Anderson Construction Company 3507 Rockville Pike Rockville.MD 20895 Dear Ms.Wilson. I read in the March 24th Washingfon Posr classified section of your need for a Civil Engineer or Building Construction graduate for one of your Washington,DC,area sites I will be retumning to the Washington area after graduation in May and believe that I have the necessary credentials for the project. Every summer for the last five years I have worked at various levels in the construction industry.As indicated on my enclosed resume,I have worked as a general laborer,and moved up to skilled carpentry work,and last summer served as assistant construction manager on a two million dollar residential construction project. In addition to this practical experience,I will complete requirements for my B.S.in Building Construction in May.As you may know.Virginia Tech is one of the few universities in the country that offers such a specialized degree for the construction industry.I am confident that my degree,along with my years of construction industry experience,makes me an excellent candidate for your job. The Anderson Construction Company projects are familiar to me.and my aspiration is to work for a company that has your excellent reputation.I would welcome the opportunity to interview with you.I will be in the Washington area during the week of April 12th and would be available to speak with you at that time.In the next week to ten days I will contact you to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, (Handwrinen signatire) Jesse Mason Enclosure
7 stevemason@vt.edu March 25, 2010 Ms. Janice Wilson Personnel Director Anderson Construction Company 3507 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20895 Dear Ms. Wilson, I read in the March 24th Washington Post classified section of your need for a Civil Engineer or Building Construction graduate for one of your Washington, DC, area sites. I will be returning to the Washington area after graduation in May and believe that I have the necessary credentials for the project. Every summer for the last five years I have worked at various levels in the construction industry. As indicated on my enclosed resume, I have worked as a general laborer, and moved up to skilled carpentry work, and last summer served as assistant construction manager on a two million dollar residential construction project. In addition to this practical experience, I will complete requirements for my B.S. in Building Construction in May. As you may know, Virginia Tech is one of the few universities in the country that offers such a specialized degree for the construction industry. I am confident that my degree, along with my years of construction industry experience, makes me an excellent candidate for your job. The Anderson Construction Company projects are familiar to me, and my aspiration is to work for a company that has your excellent reputation. I would welcome the opportunity to interview with you. I will be in the Washington area during the week of April 12th and would be available to speak with you at that time. In the next week to ten days I will contact you to answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, (Handwritten signature) Jesse Mason Enclosure
Sample 2 is composed of four parts.In the first part,the writer identifies the job which she is applying for and the way she leamned about the job opening.In the second part,the writer provides her experiences as evidence that supports the confidence.In the third part,the confidence is strongly stated and positive words are given to the company.In the last part,the writer continues to stress the confidence of her abilities,and asks for an interview. Sample 3 Application Letter for the Construction Manager Elaine Cameron 78 Venture Ave,Marietta,GA 50014 Residence:(555)547-1245 Elaine a intemnetserver com Cellular.(555547-5855 April 10,2010 Tim Horden,Operations Manager Construction Company Ltd. 7958-Ridge Road Redwood,CA4567 Dear Mr.Horden, I am submitting the enclosed resume for consideration of the construction manager's position.which appeared in The Moming News on April 8.2010.My background has given me the hands-on experience in all facets of residential and commercial construction that would contribute to your organization's goals and objectives. You will see after reviewing the enclosed resume.I have made numerous contributions to my present employer that has benefited the bottom line.These accomplishments are derived from my exceptional interpersonal and communication skills,strong attention includes:a practical approach to construction with a constant eye for controlling costs and finishing the project under budget,withou diminishing quality.My reputation precedes me for listening and analyzing employee's ideas and thoughts on creating a safe and productive work environment. I am enthusiastic about exploring opportunities with Construction Company Ltd.And look forward to meeting you.I will contact you within the next few days to answer amy questions and schedule and interview at your convenience. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely
8 Sample 2 is composed of four parts. In the first part, the writer identifies the job which she is applying for and the way she learned about the job opening. In the second part, the writer provides her experiences as evidence that supports the confidence. In the third part, the confidence is strongly stated and positive words are given to the company. In the last part, the writer continues to stress the confidence of her abilities, and asks for an interview. Sample 3 Application Letter for the Construction Manager Elaine Cameron 78 Venture Ave, Marietta, GA 50014 Residence: (555)547-1245 Elaine@internetserver.com Cellular: (555)547-5855 April 10, 2010 Tim Horden, Operations Manager Construction Company Ltd. 7958-Ridge Road Redwood, CA 4567 Dear Mr. Horden, I am submitting the enclosed resume for consideration of the construction manager’s position, which appeared in The Morning News on April 8, 2010. My background has given me the hands-on experience in all facets of residential and commercial construction that would contribute to your organization’s goals and objectives. You will see after reviewing the enclosed resume, I have made numerous contributions to my present employer that has benefited the bottom line. These accomplishments are derived from my exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong attention includes: a practical approach to construction with a constant eye for controlling costs and finishing the project under budget, without diminishing quality. My reputation precedes me for listening and analyzing employee’s ideas and thoughts on creating a safe and productive work environment. I am enthusiastic about exploring opportunities with Construction Company Ltd. And look forward to meeting you. I will contact you within the next few days to answer any questions and schedule and interview at your convenience. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely
Elaine Cameron Enclosure:Resume Sample 3 is composed of three parts.In the first part,the writer mentions the job she is applying for and the way she finds the job listing.In the second part,the writer states how her qualifications are best suited for the job,her past work experiences and the accomplishments.In the last part.the writer reiterates her enthusiasm to the job and asks for an interview. Sample 4 Application Letter for Project and Program Management 1919 Berry Lane Apple Valley.Califomia 92805 Phone:(760555-1212or(760555-1213 Email:Supportresummeedge.com January 9,2010 Mr.Jeff Branson, Human Resources Director Gold,Bloom,Sachs 666 Figueroa Street Beverty Hills,Califomia 90210 Dear Mr.Branson. My solid experience as a Project Metric Analyst for two of Lockheed Martin's contractors has allowed me to gain strong analytical skills that can be effectively utilized by your organization.After years of on-the-job training with minimal supervision in a time-intensive environment,I am now prepared to move into project and program management. With a Master in Business Administration and extensive technical skills.I can also offer: The ability to work cross-functionally as evidenced by skill sets in project analysis,human resource management,staff training,purchasing.and technical accounting. An enterprising attitude resulting in the successful development of a Fault Profile Metric Report for a software development program,despite and unfamiliarity
9 Elaine Cameron Enclosure: Resume Sample 3 is composed of three parts. In the first part, the writer mentions the job she is applying for and the way she finds the job listing. In the second part, the writer states how her qualifications are best suited for the job, her past work experiences and the accomplishments. In the last part, the writer reiterates her enthusiasm to the job and asks for an interview. Sample 4 Application Letter for Project and Program Management 1919 Berry Lane Apple Valley, California 92805 Phone: (760)555-1212 or (760)555-1213 Email: Support@resummeedge.com January 9, 2010 Mr. Jeff Branson, Human Resources Director Gold, Bloom, & Sachs 666 Figueroa Street Beverly Hills, California 90210 Dear Mr. Branson, My solid experience as a Project Metric Analyst for two of Lockheed Martin’s contractors has allowed me to gain strong analytical skills that can be effectively utilized by your organization. After years of on-the-job training with minimal supervision in a time-intensive environment, I am now prepared to move into project and program management. With a Master in Business Administration and extensive technical skills, I can also offer: The ability to work cross-functionally as evidenced by skill sets in project analysis, human resource management, staff training, purchasing, and technical accounting. An enterprising attitude resulting in the successful development of a Fault Profile Metric Report for a software development program, despite and unfamiliarity
with the initial problem. Organizational interpersonal capabilities that led to a profitable team-effort between a software consultant and myself for the efficient conversion of a 3000-employee,multi-state payroll from ADPto in-house. Additional capabilities are listed in the enclosed resume.In an effort to discuss this matter further,I will be calling your office within the next few days to see if we might set up a time to meet. If you have any questions,I can be reached at the number listed above.Thank you for your attention. Sincerely. Tracy Gold Enel. Sample 4 is composed of four parts.In the first part,the writer states her past work experiences and what she has gained from them.In the second part,the writer's relevant skills and what she can offer the company are specifically listed.In the third part,the writer suggests a time to call the recipient's office and asks for an interview. Thanking the recruiter's consideration for the job position is mentioned in the last part. IV.Useful Expressions and Structures 1.Stating your purpose for writing (1)In response to your advertisement in today's newspaper,I wish to apply for the position of senior clerk in your esteemed firm. 贵公司在今日报上刊登广告招聘高级文员一职，现拟应征。 (2)Referring to your advertisement in Intemational Trade News of July 13 for an accountant,I feel I can fill that position. 贵宾公司七月十三日在《国际经贸消息》上刊登招聘会计的广告，相信本人 能担任此职。 (3)I wish to apply for the position mentioned in your advertisement in today's newspaper,I hope to offer my services. 拜读贵公司今日在报上刊登的广告，本人特此备函应征， 2.Stating your own age and experience (1)I am to graduate this July from Beijing Commercial College,having completed the four-year commercial course.During my summer vacation I was employed in the accounting department of'a Chemical Compary. 今年七月本人将从北京商学院毕业，读完四年的商科课程。在署假明间。曾 0
10 with the initial problem. Organizational & interpersonal capabilities that led to a profitable team-effort between a software consultant and myself for the efficient conversion of a 3000-employee, multi-state payroll from ADP to in-house. Additional capabilities are listed in the enclosed resume. In an effort to discuss this matter further, I will be calling your office within the next few days to see if we might set up a time to meet. If you have any questions, I can be reached at the number listed above. Thank you for your attention. Sincerely, Tracy Gold Encl. Sample 4 is composed of four parts. In the first part, the writer states her past work experiences and what she has gained from them. In the second part, the writer’s relevant skills and what she can offer the company are specifically listed. In the third part, the writer suggests a time to call the recipient’s office and asks for an interview. Thanking the recruiter’s consideration for the job position is mentioned in the last part. IV. Useful Expressions and Structures 1. Stating your purpose for writing (1) In response to your advertisement in today's newspaper, I wish to apply for the position of senior clerk in your esteemed firm. 贵公司在今日报上刊登广告招聘高级文员一职，现拟应征。 (2) Referring to your advertisement in International Trade News of July 13 for an accountant, I feel I can fill that position. 贵宾公司七月十三日在《国际经贸消息》上刊登招聘会计的广告，相信本人 能担任此职。 (3) I wish to apply for the position mentioned in your advertisement in today's newspaper, I hope to offer my services. 拜读贵公司今日在报上刊登的广告，本人特此备函应征。 2. Stating your own age and experience (1) I am to graduate this July from Beijing Commercial College, having completed the four-year commercial course. During my summer vacation I was employed in the accounting department of a Chemical Company. 今年七月本人将从北京商学院毕业，读完四年的商科课程。在暑假期间，曾