WRITING APPLICATION LETTER

It is every person’s dream to get a job after years of rigorous

academic preparation. The first document that you submit
to your future employer is an application letter. An applica-
tion letter serves as an introduction of yourself to your po-
tential employer. It contains your background, summarizes
your knowledge and experiences, and includes a few more
details as to why you are qualified for your job. More im-
portantly, your application letter expresses your intent to
apply for a specific job in an organization, business, or com-
pany.

Before you write an application letter you have to know the

company you are applying in. Don’t write an a-one-ftis-all
letter of application. You need to fit your skills with the com-
pany’s needs so your application letter gets to be read. You
become the best person for the job if you specify the skills
which the company needs.
The opening paragraph of your application letter should cap-
ture the employer’s interest by stating that you are the person
for your job. You can use the next two paragraphs to convince
the prospective employer that you are the best person suited
for the job as claimed in your introductory paragraph. Your
closing paragraph should include an expression of thanks and
interest to be interviewed for the position. Restate your pas-
sion for the position you are applying for. Include your contact
information.

When sending your application be sure that it is free from

grammatical errors. Remember, your letter is your first con-
tact with your employer. Any mistake will have a negative im-
pression on you. Be sure to impress your employer by submit-
ting a carefully written, free-from-error application letter. If
you send your application letter through email, be sure to in-
dicate your email address preferably on the email signature
for easy reference by the employer.

Here is a sample application letter taken from Jobstreet.com

22 H Venture St.,
Diliman, Quezon City
Philippines
April 17, 2015

Mr. Vincent Chua

Hiring Manager
Bank of the Philippines Islands (BPI)
12/F Ayala Life-FGU Center, Ayala Ave.
Makati City 1226

Dear Mr. Chua,

I am writing to express my interest for the position of Recruitment Assistant in your

esteemed company.

Having recently obtained my Batchelor’s Degree in Business Administration major

in Human Resource Development Management (BSBA-HRDM) in the Polytechnic
University of the Philippines (PUP), I wish to bring my knowledge, skills and
commitment to excellence to your company’s innovative environment.

As a Business Administration student, specializing in HR management, I’ve become

equipped with the necessary knowledge that come with the position including
manpower recruitment, workforce organization, personnel training and
compensation as well as legal provisions and other labor concerns.

My internship at San Miguel Corporation also afforded me with the crucial skills to
work with some of the best professionals in the recruitment and human resources
industry. Being a trainee has developed in me enthusiasm and a true passion for
human resources and has subsequently convinced me that human resource
management is my true calling.

For additional details regarding my qualification and expertise, please review my

attached resume.

Thank you for taking the time to consider this application and I look forward to
hearing from you. I can be contacted through my phone number, 09176281668.

Sincerely,
Jessica Cenadoza
A COLLEGE ADMISSION LETTER is also known as a “letter
of intent“. It is a brief discussion of your intention to be ad-
mitted in a specific course in college.

AN EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION LETTER is a widely

known “cover letter”. It is used to introduce yourself to a
prospective employer. You write this to demonstrate your
interest in the company; sell your services and
qualifications in written form; and show that you are fit for
a job position. It is usually submitted with a resume.

Using any of the three formats (BLOCK, MODIFIED BLOCK,

and SEMI –BLOCK )depends on your preference as an
applicant but the most common layout for business letter
is the BLOCK FORMAT which means that all parts of the
letter are aligned to the left . In a MODIFIED BLOCK FOR-
MAT ,the heading ,date complimentary close, and signature
are placed slightly to the right of the center of the paper. The
least used format is the SEMI-BLOCK which is similar with
modified block except that the paragraphs of the body are
intended .

A RESUME is originated from the French word resume which

means, “summary”. It is a concise document that highlights
your education, work experiences, and other qualifications
such as your skills and strengths. These are information or
qualifications that your future employer might look for in the
job that you are applying for. A resume is usually an enclosure
to an application or cover letter so it is recommended that you
prepare the resume first since the information that you include
there will be the basis of your letter.

Below is the structure and organization of a sample resume.

HEADING Luna St.
125 J.

Rosa Villa Homes ,Sala

–the sender’s Cabuyao City, Laguna ,
mailing address 4025

DATE June 6, 2020

-the date when
the letter was
written The Principal
Cabuyao Integrated National High School
INSIDE ADRESS Cabuyao City, Laguna
– receiver’s
name ,job tittle, Dear Sir/Madam:
and address
SALUTATION It is a great pleasure that I am writing with
–usually begins regards to the vacant senior high school
with ‘DEAR’ and teaching position in your reputable school.
uses colon (:) at This is in response to Deped Cabuyao’s open
the end ranking announcement which was posted on
its Facebook page on June 5, 2020.

BODY I completed my degree Batchelor in Second-

ary Education Major in English at Polytech-
-consist of the nic University of the Philippines Sta. Rosa
opening, middle, Campus. In addition, I also obtained a de-
and closing par- gree Master of Arts in English Language
agraphs. Teaching at Polytechnic University of the
Philippines, Sta Mesa, Manila. At present, I
am teaching at Pamantsan ng Cabuyao as a
senior high school teacher and a part-time
college professor.
COMPLIMEN-
TARY CLOSE Thank you for your time and patience to
-a polite way of consider my application. If I can provide you
ending your let- with any additional information, please con-
ter; ends with a tact me at +639183456789 or email me at
comma (,) jamesronie. [email protected].
I look forward with eagerness to be part of
SIGNATURE your institution and contribute with the best
-the complete of my abilities.
name and signa-
ture of the send-
er Truly yours,
PERSONAL LILY D. CRUZ
DETAILS 140 Emerald St. Victoria Homes,
–include your Cabuyao City, Laguna, Philippines
full name and 09998054321
contact infor- [email protected]
mation
CAREER OBJEC- CAREER OBJECTIVE
TIVE/ To obtain employment as Human Resource Staff ar JTBC Compa-
SUMMARY ny where I can utilize my existing skills and knowledge
-convey your
goals or high-
lights experi-
ence
EDUCATION EDUCATION
– list the most
recent first 2014 – 2018
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Sta. Rosa Batchelor of Science in Business Administration
Major in Human Resources Development Management
Cum Laude
WORK WORK EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
-use action 2018 – Present DanBam Phils. Inc.
verbs for de- HR Staff
scriptive Sta. Rosa City, Laguna
phrases and list - Supervised the interview process
the most recent - Participated in recruitment efforts
experience first - Organized job application resumes
2017 – 2018 Laguna Brewery, Inc.
HR Staff (Internship)
Cabuyao City, Laguna
- Provided support within the HR func
tions such payroll and interview
process
- Ensured completion of the require
ments for new employees
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
INFORMATION
-optional part; Proficient in Microsoft Office
headings could Strong oral and written communication skills
be languages,
awards, achieve-
ments, skills, REFERENCES
etc. ALLAN Z. GOZON MARY JOY D. GUZMAN
HR Manager HR Manager
REFERENCES DanBam Phils. Inc. Laguna Brewery, Inc.
-2-3 reliable Sta. Rosa City, Laguna Cabuyao City, Laguna
people to en- +639951012345 +639150987654
dorse you; could [email protected] [email protected]
be former pro-
fessor or em-
ployer