求职信l3.ppt

1、Documents of Job Application,Application Letter,What you should prepare,Cover letter (Stating Career Objective, Training, and Referring to Company Researchwhich is short and to the point ) Job application form (which is often provided by the company) C.V. or resume Personal statement (if needed),Cov

2、er letter,sole purpose: to get the recipient to read your resume and to be interviewed. Language: be clear, concise and straight to the point. Simply tell the employer that you are worth having a look at.,Length: be brief, no more than one page in length. It should be easy to read and follow through

3、. It should include only the absolute necessary information. Like most other things, there is a formula that works extremely well for preparing job application letters.,Letter of Job Application(Cover Letter),contents 1. express your hope for the job vacancy and tell the source of information about

4、the job vacancy. 2. explain why you apply for the job/qualifications and capabilities. 3. highlight your strength and advantages. 4. inform that when you are available for job interview.,Find Some Samples Online,You can find many good samples of different kinds of cover letters on this site: ,Sales

5、Representative Dear Ms. Hendrady: I would like to be considered for the post of sales representative in your corporation, as advertised in the May 28 edition of China Daily. I successfully completed the courses directly related to marketing four years ago. In these courses, I acquired skills in mark

6、eting, management relations and communication. This background enables me to work effectively with employees, customers and the general public. As a graduate from the Foreign Trade University, I feel very confident that I can meet your special requirements that the candidate must have a high command

7、 of English, for I got an excellent score in TOEFL. Furthermore, I learned to communicate well with English speaking customers when I worked as a salesman in the Great Wall Corporation Limited. The main reason for changing my employment is to gain more experience with a company of outstanding intern

8、ational reputation such as yours. I believe that my education and experience will prove useful for work in your office. Enclosed are my resume. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my qualifications with you. Would you please let me know a convenient time for you to talk with me? Sincerely

9、yours, Diana Zhang,Writing a cover letter for job application according to requirements:,Post: service technician Source: China Daily this Monday Education/Qualifications: 20005-2009 BIT, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Work experience: several companies as a mechanical engineer, a service engineer a

10、nd a quality control engineer. Be available: anytime this and next week. Mobile phone:,Tips for Completing Job Applications,When you apply for a job you are typically asked to complete an application for employment. You may be asked to complete a job application even if you have already submitted a

11、resume and cover letter. That way, the employer has a record of your personal and employment history, verified and signed by the applicant.,(1)Complete all requested information. Dont leave anything blank. If you dont know the details, bring the application home and return it when its completed (2)W

12、rite clearly and neatly, using black or blue ink.,(3)Check for spelling and grammatical errors. Proofread your job application form before turning it in. (4)List your most recent job first when completing employment information. (5)List your most recent education first. Include vocational schools an

13、d training programs as well as college and high school.,(6)References dont necessarily have to be professional. If you have volunteered you can use members of the organizations that you have helped or if you are a student use your teachers. In all cases, ask for permission prior to using the person

14、for a reference. (7)Dont forget to sign your application!,Please print and fill out all sections Applicant Information Applicant Name _Home Phone _Other _Email Address _ Current Address:Number and street _City _State GRE: XXX Scholarships and Awards1999.3 Guanghua First-class Scholarship for graduat

15、e1998.11 Metal Machining Practice Award1997.4 Academic Progress Award,Work background A history of a persons professional and non-professional employment. Work Experience Professional History Specific Experience Parttime Internship Achievements Competence,Strengths Tasks which you feel you excel at,

16、 positive personality traits that you feel that you possess and skills that you sell to a potential employer. Superior Communication Skills High Analytical Ability Technical skills Managerial Prowess Creativity People skills Desirable Personality Traits,Examples,Im willing to make decisions. I work

17、well with others. I can organize my time efficiently.,Weaknesses,Areas that you perceive that you need improvement in, whether it be work habits, business knowledge, communication, etc. By the way, to show that you are honest. BUT to be sure that any potential weakness must be spun into a positive a

18、nswer which converts it into a potential strength.,Examples,I tend to drive myself too hard. I expect others to perform beyond their capacities. I like to see a job done quickly.,Other skills: technical qualifications/special skills; publications and patents; social activities; honors and awards; ho

19、bbies and interests; references. You can download some resume templates and samples, get some more tips on resume writing on the site: /,Tips for Green-hand,1. relevant courses in university. 2. scholarship and awards. 3. good command of language. 4. social activities es

20、pecially part-time job and internship. 5. less abbreviations and “I”,Chinese Name: Guoqiang Zhang English Name: Eddy Zhang Sex: Male Born: 6/12/82 University: Beijing University Major: Marketing Address: 328#, Beijing University Telephone: 1398*451 Email: * Job Objective: A position offering challen

21、ge and responsibility in the realm of consumer affairs or marketing. Education: 2000-2004 Beijing University, College of Commerce Graduating in July with a B. S. degree in Marketing. Fields of study include: economics, marketing, business law, statistics, calculus, psychology, sociology, social and

22、managerial concepts in marketing, consumer behavior, sales force management, product policy, marketing research and forecast, marketing strategies.,Social Activities: 2000-2004 Secretary of the Class League Branch. 1994-2000 Class Monitor. Summer Jobs: (what have to be mentioned?) 2002 Administrativ

23、e Assistant in Sales Department of Xian Nokia Factory. Responsible for public relations, correspondence, expense reports, record keeping, inventory catalog. 2003 Provisional Employee of Sales Department of Xian Lijun Medical Instruments & Equipment (Holdings) Company. Responsible for sorting orders,

24、 shipping arrangements, deliveries. Hobbies: Internet-surfing, Tennis, Travel. English Proficiency: College English Test-Band Six. Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, NCRE2 References will be furnished upon request,Job interview,Preparatory steps Background research General backgroun

25、d information about the organization Several sources: . The internet is an incredibly valuable source . Use personal contacts . Call the personnel office of the company . Watch, read, and listen to the news. 2) Specific information on the role that you are applying for .Focus on the specific role th

26、at you have applied for. . Have an understating of the tasks you will be expected to perform in the role and the responsibilities that you might assume. This can be very helpful for a job interview.,(2) Plan what you are going to say. Think about replies to common questions. (3) Prepare to ask some

27、questions of your own. (4) Dress according to the regulations of the company or organization.,2.Good answers to some of the tougher questions asked in job interviews,(1)What is important to you in a job? Mention specific rewards other than a paycheck for example, challenge, the feeling of accomplish

28、ment, and knowing that you have made a contribution. (2)Why do you want to work for this organization? Cite its reputation, the opportunities it offers, and the working conditions. Stress that you want to work for this organization, not just any organization.,(3)Why should we employ you? Refer to yo

29、ur academic preparation, job skills, and enthusiasm about working for the firm. Mention your performance in school or previous employment as evidence of your ability to learn and to become productive quickly. If the job involves management responsibilities, refer to past activities as proof of your

30、ability to get along with others and to work as part of a team.(4) If we hire you, how long will you stay with us? Answer by saying along these lines: As long as my position here allows me to learn and to advance at a pace with my abilities.,(5)Can we offer you a career path? Reply: I believe you co

31、uld, once I know the normal progression within the organization. Can you tell me about it? The answer may be revealing.(6) What are your greatest strengths? Give a response like one of the following: I can see what needs to be done and do it, Im wiling to make decisions, I work well with others, I c

32、an organize my time efficiently.,(7)What are your greatest weakness?Identify one or two, such as the following: I tend to drive myself too hard, expect others to perform beyond their capacities, I like to see a job done quickly, and Im critical if it isnt. Note these weaknesses could also be regarde

33、d as desirable qualities. The trick with this question is to describe a weakness so that it could also be considered a virtue.,(8) What didnt you like about previous jobs youve held?Discuss the things you didnt like, but avoid making slighting reference to any of your former employers. (9) How do yo

34、u spend your leisure time?Mention a cross section of interests-active and quiet, social and solitary - rather just one.,(10) Are there any weaknesses in your education or experience?Take stock of your weaknesses before the interview. Practice discussing them in a positive light. Youll find that they

35、 are minor when discussed along with all the positive things you have to offer.(11) Where do you want to be five years from now?Saying that youd like to be president is unrealistic, yet few employers want people who are content to sit still. You might say, In five years, Id like to have my bosss job

36、. Be confident, but not arrogant.,(12) What are your salary expectations?If you are asked this at the outset, its best to say, Why dont we discuss salary after you decide whether Im right for the job? But if the interviewer asks this after showing real interest in you, speak up. He or she will probably t