Application Letter

CHAPTER 2
APPLICATION LETTER

KOMPETENSI DASAR
3.2 Membedakan fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan beberapa teks khusus

dalam bentuk surat lamaran kerja, dengan memberi dan meminta informasi terkait jati
diri, latar belakang pendidikan/pengalaman kerja, sesuai dengan konteks
penggunaannya.

4.2.1 Menangkap makna secara kontekstual terkait fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur
kebahasaan teks khusus dalam bentuk surat lamaran kerja, yang memberikan
informasi antara lain jati diri, latar belakang pendidikan/pengalaman kerja

4.2.2 Menyusun teks khusus surat lamaran kerja, yang memberikan informasi antara lain
jati diri, latar belakang pendidikan/pengalaman kerja, dengan memperhatikan fungsi
sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan, secara benar dan sesuai konteks

INDIKATOR PENCAPAIAN KOMPETENSI
3.2.1 Menjelaskan fungsi sosial teks berbentuk surat lamaran
3.2.2 Menjelaskan struktur teks berbentuk surat lamaran
3.2.3 Menjelaskan unsur kebahasaan teks berbentuk surat lamaran
3.2.4 Mengelompokan informasi terkait jati diri, latar belakang pendidikan/pengalaman

kerja sesuai dengan konteks penggunaannya untuk teks surat lamaran
4.2.1.1 Menyebutkan makna kontekstual terkait fungsi sosial teks berbentuk surat

lamaran
4.2.1.2 Menyatakan makna kontekstual terkait struktur teks berbentuk surat lamaran.
4.2.1.3 Menyebutkan makna kontekstual unsur kebahasaan teks berbentuk surat lamaran
4.2.1.4 Mencontohkan informasi jati diri, latar belakang pendidikan dan pengalaman

untuk teks surat lamaran.
4.2.2.1 Menemukan sebuah iklan pekerjaan
4.2.2.2 Merancang surat lamaran berdasarkan iklan pekerjaan yang dimiliki
4.2.2.3 Membuat surat lamaran sesuai dengan aturan yang telah dipelajari dengan

mengembangkan dari draft sebelumnya.

MIND MAP DEFINITON
AND PURPOSE
APPLICATION
LETTER PARTS OF
APPLICATION LETTER

APPLICATION
LETTER CONTENTS

APPLICATION LETTER

1. Definition
Application letter is a formal letter used to apply a job. A is an important part of the job package
you send to an employer. The application letter generally contains personal information and
includes reason for applying for the position.

ApplicAtion’s address
Your name
Your address
Your telephone number
Your e-mail

Date

employer’s Address
Employer’s name
Job tittle
Company’s name
Company’s address

Salutation
Dear........

Opening paragraph
Explain the basic reason for the application letter. What job are you applying for? When an where
did you see tge position advertised? If it is not advertised , state how you heard and knew about
the position.

Body of letter
Demonstrate confidently that your skills, background and experience(s) are suitable to the desired
job requirements. Mention specific qualification which make you a good fit for the employer’s
needs. Mention how personal skills enhance and support your technical abilities and state that
you would highly regard an opportunity to work for the company.

Closing paragraph
State your availabilty for an interview or test and include your contact number and e-mail.

Closing
Your sincerely / Your faithfully,

Signatute
Your name

2. PART OF APPLICATION LETTERS

a. Sender’s name and addres
b. Month/date/year (time when writing an application letter)
c. Name of company to applying and address (adressee)
d. Salutation
e. Subject heading
f. Contents of the letter
g. Subcription
h. Sender’s signature
i. Sender’s full name

Elements of Application letters Ninarika Ghosh
Sender’s full name
Sender’s address Jl. Sudirman No. 105
Sender’s phone number
Padang

Sumatera Barat

+6281266360066

Month/date/year (time when writing an letter) September 20, 2016

Personal Manager name of the company being applied (addressee)
Sri Ayu, Sri Ayu & Co
GPO BOX 345
Singapore

Dear Sir/Madam Salutation

Job application subject heading

I am writing to you to apply for the position of accountant as advertised on Weeks last week. I have given
careful consideration to the job description and believe that I have the necessary qualifications and
personal attributes to take the position.

Although I don’t have a lot af practical experience in the field of advertising, my past work experience
shows that I am able to learn fast from experinced staff. In my previous job as a salesgirl, it was necessary
to be able to handle customers’ complaints and, at the same time, to encourage them to appreciate the
products offered.

I have enclosed my resume for your consideration with copies of my sertificates and qualifications.

I would like the opportunity to work as part of an enthusiastic office team. I look forward to the
opportunity for an interview.

Your sincerely, subcription
Ninarika Gosh applicant’s full name

FILL IN THE BLANK BASED ON ELEMENTS OF APPLICATION LETTER

1. The purpose of the letter is .......................................................................
2. The writer of the letter .............................................................................
3. The writer in the letter is called..................................................................
4. The letter is for ................................ and is called as ................................
5. The writer knows the information is from .................................................
6. The position advertised is ...........................................................................
7. The writer’s educational background is.......................................................
8. The writer has ....................years work experience.
9. The writer is ............................................................. as his/her personality
10. The writer will be invited to follow an interview by....................................

Complete the cross words puzzle

Across
2. complete a course in education
3. make something, especially somthing for sale
8. enterprise
9. skill

Down
1. appropriate for a purpose
4. some kinds
5. event or activity that affects you in some day
6. obtain something wanted or needed
7. ask officially for something

Write the words and their meaning Indonesian
No English
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Read and understand the letter

Yudi Feriandy
Jl. Seruni no. 25
Kupang
08756568989233
[email protected]

November 12, 2019

Mr. Danu Galang Putra
Personal Manager
PT. Green
Jl. Merdeka no. 45
Mataram

Dear Mr. Danu Galang Putra

Job Application

I am writing to apply for the position of Accountant, as the advertised on your company’s website on
November 10, 2019. As you can see from my enclosed resume, my experience and qualifications are
suitable for this position.

I graduated from SMK Karya Bangsa majoring Accounting. Having 3 years of work experience in
diverse financial positions with regional and national companies. I have gained an extensive insight
within this field. My current position at PT Smart Light is Financial Analysist.

I am able to carry out a wide range commercial processes. I have gained an understanding of financial
instruments and accounting software. I have the ability to work under pressure and as a team member.
You will find me to be positive, motivated and hard working, keen to learn and contributable.
I believe that with my positive attitude and strong work ethic. I would be very suitable for the
advertised position.

I am available for an interview any time and can be reached by phone or e-mail, as mentioned above.
I look forward to the opportunity of an interview. Thank you for your consideration.

Your sincerely

Yudi Feriandy

Answer the following questions based on the letter.

1. Who wrote the application letter?

2. To whom was the letter sent?

3. What did the purpose of writing the letter?

4. How did the applicant know about the job vacancy?

5. What position was being advertised?

6. What is the applicant’s education background?

7. How many years of work experince does the applicant have?

8. What is the applicant’s job specification in this current job?

9. What is the applicant’s personality?

10. How will the employer invite the applicant for an interview?

Arrange the following sentences to form a sequential application letter.
1 Dear Ms. Afni,

2 Please take the time to review my resume. With my qualifications, I confident that I will be
able to contribute to your company. Please contact me on +628121111222. I hope I can get
the opportunity to discuss with you about an interview. I look forward to hearing from you
soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.

3 Ms. Afni Mediarti
Human Resources Manager
PT Mimpi Indah
Jl. Menuju Masa Depan No. 10
Medan

4 Sincerely,

Winda Eka Maya

5 I have graduated from Muhammadiyah North Sumatra University, majoring in
Management. I have worked as freelance Staff Administration at PT Unicever for two
years after graduating and as a Staff Marketing for PT Indomood since 2016-2018. I
believe I could be a strong candidate through the skills and experiences I have.

6 Medan, May 10th, 2019

7 Based on the advertisement posted on devjobsindo.id that PT Mimpi Indah is looking
for Staff Administration. I am interested in applying for this position.
I am a fast learner and have good motivation. I am proficient in many computer
software programs, including Miscrosoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. I
work effectively under pressure and developed excellent communication skills
through my job experience.

8 Winda Eka Maya
Jl.Sudirman no.17
Medan

9 Application Letter

Identify the structure of the letter

Compare the application letter before with the next and find the similarities diffenrences of them
[email protected]
Citra Puspita Sari – Financial Advisor

Dear Sir/Madam

I would like to apply for the post of Financial Advisor which was advertised on jobs.com on
November 6, 2019. I enclose my resume with recent potograph and scans of the latest certificate,
identify card and reference on the attachments.

I graduated from SMA Nasional Kupang majoring Social Science in 2018. I worked as sales
executive staff for PT Windusaka for a year which has improved my communication skills and
maintained a good relationship with customers, clients and colleagues. I also have learned how
companies determine what products or services to sell, how to reach target sales and how to respond
to the demands of customers which make be able to achieve the sales targets every month.

I am highly motivated and hard working, and able to work under pressure and in a team. I am fluent
in spoken and written English and able to operate computer as well. I believe that I meet your
requiremants.

I would be very glad for an opportunity to have an interview. I can be reached by phone or e-mail.
Thank you for your consideration.

Your faithfully,

Citra Puspita Sari

Citra Puspita Sari
Green Garden Residence Block B no.25 Bima
08566662323112
[email protected]

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