ENG homework combo

Below is the sample Application/Cover Letter for the assignment and tips for completing it.

Your Address Your City, State Zip Code Phone Number

Date

Individual s Name Title of Individual Name of Company Address City, State and Zip Code

Dear Individual s Name (use last name and use Ms. or Mr. or full name if you don t know the gender of the person):

State the position or type of work for which you are applying, and how you learned about the opening. Use a sentence like this: "The position for Marketing Assistant advertised in the November 5 edition of the Dayton Daily News seems perfect for someone with my qualifications." (Put the names of publications--newspapers--in italics.) Next, add a sentence or two summarizing these qualifications. You might use sentences like these: "I worked in telemarketing and retail for two years. I have also completed 24 hours in Business Management at Sinclair Community College with a grade point average of 3.80."

The second paragraph should elaborate more on your qualifications and on what you can do for the employer. If you are a recent graduate, explain how your academic background makes you a qualified candidate for the position. If you have some practical work experience, point out the specific achievements or your unique qualifications. However, do not repeat your entire resume.

In the third and final paragraph, state your resume is enclosed. Close the letter with a statement that will encourage a response. State specific times and dates that you are available to interview; try to be as flexible as possible. Avoid sentences like "I would love to work for you," or "I am so excited about...." and so forth.

Sincerely, (4 spaces)

(your handwritten signature only)

Type your full name

encl. (to indicate the resume is enclosed)

The correct use of these criteria will determine your grade on your final letter and resume:

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 font matches the resume.

· 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.

RESUME CRITERIA:

· The resume does not use "I" or "my" at all.

· The resume uses action words to describe accomplishments.

· The "Education" and "Work Experience" lists the most recent experience first.

· The resume is visually appealing; uses white space, bullets, and bold effectively. The format is consistent throughout the resume.

· The font is standard and is 12 point. The font matches the job application/cover letter font.