Lettre de motivation en anglais - publié le 07/02/2008

Résumé du document

1st paragraph: Tell why you are writing usually to apply for a position. Name the position, field or general area about which you are asking (...)

Extraits

[...] Name the position, field or general area about which you are asking. Explain how you heard of the opening or organization. If a current employee suggested that you look into this opening, include his or her name here. If you heard of the opening through the newspaper, include the name of the publication and the date. 2nd paragraph: Mention one or two qualifications you think would be of greatest interest to the employer, addressing your remarks to his/her point of view. [...]

[...] If you need a second paragraph to elaborate on your talents and accomplishments, use this paragraph for that purpose. 4th paragraph: Close by making a specific request for an interview. If you plan to be in the geographic area of the company, suggest a specific date and time that you will telephone to establish an appointment. Make sure that your closing statement is positive and makes a request for specific action from the reader. Thank your reader for his/her time and consideration. [...]