47. Application letters | How to write a successful job application

Writing Tricks (for Cambridge, Trinity and Aptis exams)

What is the secret to writing a successful job application letter? Find out in today's episode.

SAMPLE TASK

Wanted

Friendly, English-speaking people to work as restaurant and bar staff on our Mediterranean cruise ships.

Tell us about

• Why you would like to work for us
• Any relevant experience you may have
• Personal qualities that would be useful on board

Email your little of application to info@cool blue.com, post reference PM44.

Cool Blue Cruises, Southampton

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SAMPLE LETTER OF APPLICATION

Dear Sir or Madam,

I have just seen your advertisement for jobs on board your cruise ships (reference PM44) and I would like to apply. I am a 20-year-old Sweed with determination and commitment. I have often thought of spending time at sea and your job seems the perfect opportunity.

Although I have no on-board experience, I have been working as a waitress in a local restaurant for the last 18 months, and I have also had some experience of bar work. My knowledge of English it quite good, as I have been attending classes for the last six years. I would like to add that I have visited many parts of the Mediterranean myself and could talk to guess confidently during the voyage.

As for other personal qualities which might be useful on board a ship, I am an organised and easy-going person, so sharing a cabin with other crew members would not be a problem.

I am sure I would make a success of this job and I hope you will consider my application.

Yours faithfully,

Pernilla Axelsson

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