1.  I want the job. Thesis statement & set up points 1, 2, 3. 1.Topic sentence. Supporting evidence. 2.Topic sentence. Supporting evidence. 3.Topic sentence. Supporting evidence. I request an interview. You may reach me at…. Basic Application Letter Construct 5 Paragraph Letter Format

2.  Introduction –  State you’re apply for the job  If possible state some-kind-of connection to the organization  State a summary sentence (thesis)  Spark interest. Create curiosity.  Audience-centered attitude Application Letter Construct

3.  Body Choose your points by studying the advertisement and selecting the top three requirements. Write to how you have these three. Be thinking: How do I set myself apart?

4.  Conclusion  Ask for an interview. Give your contact information.  End on a positive, forward-looking note. Application Letter Construct

5. Business Communication, MGT309 University of North Carolina at Greensboro Writing that Works (2010). Oliu, Brusaw, & Alred