A Job Application Letter with Resume is a formal document written to apply for a specific job position. It introduces the applicant, highlights their qualifications, skills, and experience, and explains why they are suitable for the role. The resume is attached to provide detailed information about the applicant’s education, work history, and achievements. Together, the letter and resume help create a strong impression and request an opportunity for an interview.

1. K. Srividya Lakshmi
Assitant Professor (Sr. G.)
Dept. of Language, Culture and Society
Job Application & Resume Writing

2. Job Application Letter
 It is the first step to initiating the job application process.
 It is the cover letter that accompanies your resume.
 It is a briefing of how much you are qualified for the job,
and how you are more ideal than the other
candidates.
 It makes one’s profile stand out and unique.

3. Continued…
 Your cover letter can not be tailor-made for all
the jobs.
 In brief, it changes as per the need of the hour.
 It should match your qualification with the
requirements of the employer.
 For instance, you may have different skill sets,
but you should highlight in your cover letter
what is relevant to the company or the post you
are applying for.

4. A checklist…
Make sure that you meet the criteria for
the job.
Take considerable time to prepare.
Give accurate details
Provide sufficient documents
Proofread carefully
Be professional & stick to the proper
format

5. Format of a cover letter
 Salutation to the recipient
 A catchy opening statement
 An effective content including the
accomplishments in brief
 A proper closing statement expressing your
readiness to be interviewed.
 Closing salutation with signature.

6. Sample cover letter ( Fresher)- email
• Subject: Application for the Post of Software Developer
• Dear Mr./Ms./Mrs. {Recipient's Name},
• This is regarding your post on {Portal} about a vacancy in your company for the role of Software
Developer. Please accept my application for the same.
• Here is a brief about myself. I have completed B.Tech in Computer Science from {Institute Name}.
I secured {Marks/Grade} in my final exams and passed with {distinction/Percentage}.
• I participated in various tech fests during my graduation and won a gold medal for creating an app
from scratch in an inter-university tech competition.
• As a fresher, I am confident that I believe that I can excel in your dynamic organization. I have
always dreamed of being a part of your company due to the development opportunities you provide.
I request you to give me an opportunity to learn and grow at your esteemed firm through this job
role.
• Please refer to my resume and cover letter, attached with the email, for detailed information.
• Thank You.
• Yours Sincerely,
• {Your Name}
• Mobile:{Your Contact Number}
• Email id:{Your Email Address)

7. Sample cover letter -2 (with experience)
• From: Your Details
• To: The Recipient’s details (as per the reference/ ad)
Subject: Application for the Role of {Sales Manager} at XYZ Ltd.
•
Dear Mr./Ms./Mrs. {Recipient's Name},
•
This is with reference to your job requirement on {portal name} for the role of Sales Manager. I
truly believe that my qualifications and experience make me a perfect candidate for the job.
• I completed my MBA in Sales and Marketing from {Institute Name}. I have worked as an Area
Sales Manager and Assistant Marketing Manager at {Company Name}. During my stint as Area
Sales Manager, I conceptualized and executed a Customer Engagement Program that resulted in
higher sales. As Assistant Marketing Manager, I worked on the planning and execution of a new
product launch. With 4 years of experience in B2B sales and marketing, I have an in-depth
understanding of the process. I am confident that I will be ideal for the job.
• I have attached my CV for your reference. Please have a look at it.
• I hope to meet you and discuss this opportunity further. Thank you for considering my application
for the role.
Best Regards,

8. Resume
• A well-written resume will hugely impact
your job hunt.
• It is usually said that a resume is an
advertisement where you are the
commodity.
• The aim is to get an opportunity- to be
interviewed and prove yourself fit for the
job.
• Recruiters are attracted to well-formatted
resumes with attention- grabbing details.

9. Types of Resume
The Resume is the first contact between the
company and the candidate.
1. Reverse-chronological – employers’
traditional and most familiar and preferred
template. It is not the most creative format.
2. Functional format (Skills-based)
3. Combination or hybrid format

10. Format(reverse- chronological )
1. Contact information- Name, phone no., address, email)
2. Career objective- well-framed objective speaks for the
candidate-chiseled expression using the most appropriate
vocabulary. Avoid outdated, stereotypical ones.
3. Work Experience(heart of the resume)- ideal in the
reverse chronological order- the recent first (highlighting
the key achievements)
4. Educational Qualification - same reversal order
highlighting the specification, if any.

11. Continued…
5. Additional Skills- academic and
professional(relevant to the particular job)
Clues can be taken from the job description.
6. Accomplishments – awards and honors
received
7. References – mention if it is stated.
8. Personal details (optional)
9. Declaration
10. Concluding salutation

12. What to avoid?
 Major gaps in employment history
 Changing career path
 Switching jobs too often in short intervals - will
impact on your prospects of grabbing a job
negatively.

13. Tips to prepare a good resume
Keep it concise: Keep it straight to the point statements.
Consistent font size: Avoid changing your font size. It can look
disorganized.
Use simple and readable fonts: Times New Roman / Arial
Give margins: Give a neat and complete look to your resume.
Use bullet points: Describe your past job responsibilities in
bullet points.
Add space: You should add space before and after each section.
Avoid grammatical and spelling errors: Grammatical and
spelling can irritate anybody reading it. It can give a wrong
impression.