Applying for a Job


As the first step, you have to write application letters; complete application forms or call the employer to apply for the targeted job vacancies.


Making Phone Call to the Employer

Some job advertisements require you to call the employer directly to apply for a particular post. You should note the following techniques when calling the employer by phone:


Writing Application Letter

Recruitment staff receive a large amount of application letters and resume every day but they only shortlist a small portion of candidates for interviews. Therefore, only application letters or resumes which give employers good impression can secure an interview for you.


Time


Appearance


Content


Collecting Company Information

To write an application letter and resume which match the company’s requirements, you need to know more about the company. Otherwise, how can you convince the employer to single you out among the batch of candidates?


  1. Job Information



  1. Company Information


Basic information (Is your last job in the same field?)


Future Development (Does the future development of the company match your expectation?)


Other information


You may obtain the job and company information through the following channels:



Sample of Application Letter

Notes:


  1. Applicant’s address

  2. Date

  3. Write in the following sequence:

  1. Addressee

  1. Title

  1. First Paragraph

  1. Content

  1. Last Paragraph

  1. Closing

  1. Enclosures



Resume


Resume


Notes:


  1. Personal Information


  1. Academic qualifications and work experience


  1. Main duties of past jobs


  1. Extra-curricular Activities


  1. Skills


  1. References




Completing Job Application Form

Some employers require applicants to complete job application forms. Filling in a form may seem easy but you still need to pay attention to the following points:


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