Prepare a résumé and cover letter (application letter) for a real position you are interested in and qualified for. Structure your information with ths specific position in mind. You will also complete a follow-up letter for this specific scenario: You have been interviewed and offered the job you applied for, but you would like more time to consider accepting it because you are awaiting the results of other interviews.
Grading Criteria:
APPLICATION LETTER (Paper 4a)
submitted on time, one page, single spaced, correct letter format (names, addresses, date, proper salutation)
- focuses on benefits to the reader
- opens with specific request to be hired/considered for hire
- presents specific qualifications and skills
- links qualifications to the job sought
- references the résumé in the body of the letter
- Contains the appropriate ENCL entry below the signature
- spells résumé correctly (with accent marks, not as the word "resume" that means "begin again")
- closing facilitates action
- tone is positive, business-like; words are precise, accurate
- sentences are concise, fluent, active voice, varied
- contains no proofreading, grammar, or construction errors
RÉSUMÉ (Paper 4b)
- submitted on time, no more than two pages long
- format follows model and discussion provided in Conference topic
- information is accurate and complete (no made-up information)
- information focuses on goals, is positive, and relevant
- wording is in noun phrases and action verbs, not whole sentences
- avoids personal pronouns; no mention of salary and benefits
- contains no proofreading errors
- Includes these components: Locator section, Languages/licensure/certification section, Testimonial, Qualification Summary, Experience section, Education and Training Section
- Does NOT contain Awards section, Objective, or References Available section.
The résumé should contain the spacing and formatting required of an actual document.
FOLLOW-UP LETTER (Paper 4c)
- submitted on time; one page, single spaced, correct letter format (names, addresses, dates, proper salutation)
- format follows model in textbook and Conference tips
- opening expresses thanks for the job offer, asks for more time to consider
- middle explains the need for more time (as specified in the instructions), expresses interest in company and the job
- closing allows for quick decision if request is denied and asks for confirmation of decision if granted
- contains no proofreading, grammar, or construction errors