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JOB APPLICATION LETTER CRITERIA:

· The letter is organized correctly:

1. The first paragraph states the job and where the writer viewed the job opening. It also provides a few summary statements that state why the writer is qualified. It is 4-6 lines in length.

2. The second paragraph provides specific details about the writer's unique abilities. It is 5-7 lines in length.

3. The third paragraph refers to the resume and states when the writer is available to interview. It is 2-3 lines in length.

· The font is standard (Times New Roman, Arial, Calibri) and is 12 point.

· The letter emphasizes what the reader wants to know, although I, my, and me may be used. However, keep the emphasis on what the reader will receive.

· The letter uses positive words.

· The writing includes specific and accurate word choice and details and does NOT use the following words: thing, good, really, very, extremely, wonderful, outstanding, or any synonym of the above (refer to the online lesson).

· The writing uses active versus passive voice. The writing uses is, are, was, were, be, been, being, and am ONE time or less per paragraph, and does not use "There is, there are, there was, there were, there _____ be, and there ______ been" at all. Instead, the writing uses action verbs such as describes, shows, presents, writes, run, ran, talked, talk, and so forth (refer to the online lesson).

· The writing uses familiar words.

· The writing uses no slang, cliches, trite expressions or biased and/or sexist language. (Be sure the salutation goes to Ms. if the letter is addressed to a woman).

· The writing is free of typographical errors.

· Words are spelled and used correctly, with correct grammar and punctuation.