Sentence Stems for Letter of Application

Experience Relevant to Job:

I attended work experience at heat magazine/ The Sun newspaper/ BBC 1 News…

In this role I ….

§  interviewed various people

§  helped edit and produce the lead story for the front page

§  broadcast live to the nation on the 6 o’clock News

Skills in Chosen Area:

I have acquired many skills which will make me an ideal candidate for this post….

For example:

§  I can gather information and summarise main points

§  Write for a particular audience

§  Write in a variety of styles

§  I have confidence when dealing with sensitive matters

Qualities as a Person:

I believe I am well suited to this post because:

§  I am a team player

§  I am dynamic

§  I am confident

§  I am empathetic

§  I am able to work under pressure and keep to deadlines

I have a great sense of humour