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LETTER OF APPLICATION
(Surat Lamaran Kerja)
A. PENGERTIAN
Surat lamaran Kerja adalah surat resmi untuk melamar suatu pekerjaan pada
sebuah instansi, perusahaan baik negeri maupun swasta. Surat ini disertai
resume sebelum dikirim ke perusahaan/instatnsi yang dituju.
B. FUNGSI SOSIAL
Menimbulkan kesan positif tentang keseusaian pelamar dengan pekerjaan
yang dilamar.
C. STRUKTUR TEKS
1. Tempat dan tanggal
2. Penerima dan alamatnya
3. Sapaan
4. Isi surat
5. Penutup
6. Tanda tangan dan nama lengkap
Sender’s
Pelamar dan alamat lengkap
information
Middle paragraph
Paragraf tengah: ketrampilan dan
pengalaman kerja pelamar
Signature
Tanda tangan dan nama jelas
pelamar
D. PENJELASAN TIAP BAGIAN
1. Titi mangsa surat
Bagian ini berisi nama kota dan tanggal, bulan, dan tahun pembuatan
surat.
Contoh:
Jakarta, 1st January 2017
Cirebon, 2nd February 2018
Palimanan, 3rd March 2019
Klangenan, 4th April 2010
Arjawinangun, 21st May 2021
Plumbon, 22nd June 2023
Ciwaringin, 23rd July 2024
Majalengka, 24th August 2015
Dll.
4. Salutation
Berisi salam pembuka kepada orang yang akan kita tuju. Salam
pembuka diakhiri dengan tanda baca koma (,). Berikut ini adalah
beberapa jenis diantaranya.
Dear Sir,
(untuk pria yang tidak kenal namanya)
Dear Madam,
(untuk wanita yang tidak kenal namanya)
Dear Sir/Madam,
(untuk pria/wanita yang tidak kenal namanya)
Dear Mr. Smith,
(contoh untuk pria yang kenal namanya)
Dear Mrs. Smith,
(contoh untuk wanita yang kenal namanya)
Dear Miss Smith,
(contoh untuk wanita single dan kenal namanya)
Dear Ms. Smith,
(contoh untuk wanita yang kita kenal tapi statusnya tidak tahu)
Dear John Smith,
(contoh untuk pria yang sudah kita kenal sebelumnya, kurang
formal)
5. Body
a. Opening paragraph
Berisitentangtujuanmenulissuratlamaran. Berikutcontohnya:
I wish to apply for the post of …. (pekerjaan yang dilamar)
which you advertised in … (namasuratkabar) on …
(tanggalterbit).
I am writing in response to your advertisement posted in
… (nama dan alamat online)
I refer to your advertisement in … (nama surat kabar atau
online) dated …. (waktu diterbitkan)
I read your advertisement for an experienced … (nama
pekerjaan) in the … (nama majalah atau tabloid)
I am writing in response to your advertisement in the …
(nama koran), dated …. (hari dan tanggal terbit). Please
accept this letter as an expression of my interest in the
position of … (nama pekerjaan yang dilamar). A copy of my
resume has been enclosed for your review.
I would like to express my interest in the position of ….
I am writing to express my interest in the …
(jabatan/pekerjan yang dilamar) position at …
(namaperusahaan)
As a recent graduate with … experience, I believe I am a
strong candidate for a position at … (company name)
b. Middle paragraph
Berisikan qualifikasai, ketramiplan atau pengalaman yang relevan
yang dimiliki sipelamar untuk mendukung jenis pekerjaan yang
telah dinyatakan pada paragraph pertama.
c. Closing paragraph
Berisikanucapanterimakasihataswaktu dan perhatian,
kapansiapwawancara, dan kontak person.
Beikutadalahbeberapacontoh:
6. Signature
Berisi salam penutup, tanda tangan, dan nama jelas. Kita harus memilih
ungkapan yang sesuai dengan keadaan. Berikut adalah ungkapan yang
akan kita gunakan:
Yours faithfully,
(bila kita tidak kenal orang yang dituju)
Yours sincerely,
(bila kita kenal orang yang kita tuju)
Respectfully yours,
(bila kita kenal dengan orang yang kita tuju. Ini jarang dipakai)
Best regards,
( sifatnya tidak resmi)
Yours faithfully,
Tandatangan
Elizabeth
E. CONTOH SURAT LAMARAN KERJA
Contoh 1
Kota Agung
Tanggamus, Lampung
Attached is my resume for your perusal. Should you require any further
information, I can be reached at 632-555-1234 (during regular business hours), or
at 632-555-6789 (during regular business hours).
Sincerely,
(signed)
AirlanggaPanggabean
Contoh 2
12 January, 2016
Personnel Manager
Molengaring Company
Dear Ms. Siti Mariyah, M.Hum:
Your advertisement in the 4 January issue of the Pripun Lampung calls for an
executive secretary who is proficient in communication skills, computer literate,
and with pleasing personality. I sincerely believe that I meet your requirements
for the position.
For your perusal and evaluation, I have enclosed my resume which includes my
special skills, training and accomplishments and awards as a student, and a
photocopy of my official transcript of records for your evaluation. Should you
wish to ask about my personal traits and capabilities, I have also included a list of
references for you.
I am very much willing to come over for a personal interview with you anytime
during office hours.
Respectfully yours,
Dian Haerany
F. LATIHAN
Contoh 3
First paragraph
I am writing in response to your advertisement in the Sunday Times, dated 28 April
2012.
Please accept this letter as an expression of my interest in the position of…
A copy of my résumé has been enclosed for your review.
I would like to express my interest in the position of….
I am writing to express my interest in the …. position at … (company name).
As a recent graduate with …. experience, I believe I am a strong candidate for a
position at … (company name).
Although I am a recent university graduate, my .… (skill) and …. (skill) will make me
an excellent ….
Second paragraph
As seen from my enclosed résumé, my experience and accomplishments match the
requirements of this position.
I would like to point out …. (information relevant to the position).
During my two years with … (company name), I initiated extensive improvements
that resulted in garnering 30 more clients for the period ending ….
I possess the right combination of …. skills to be an asset to your organisation.
I understand the value of ….
I have a very strong interest in .…
Experience has taught me how to .…
For the past two years I have been working as …. at …. (company name).
Third paragraph
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss how my qualifications
make me ideally suited to the position.
I would appreciate the opportunity to meet and speak with you in person.
I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my potential
contributions to your company.
I believe that my skill-set perfectly matches your requirements.
I look forward to hearing from you.
I look forward to your response.
If I may, I will contact you next week to discuss ….
I would be interested in learning more about ….
I look forward to speaking with you about….
Thank you for your time and consideration.
My CV contains additional information on ….
It would be an honour to start my career with your company, and I am confident that
I will be an asset to the business.
Motivational Cover Letter - Opening
Less formal, one has done business with the recipient before
I wish to apply for the post of…which you advertised in…on… .
I wish to apply for the post of…which you advertised in…on… .
Standard formula for applying for a job whose advertisement you saw in a newspaper or
magazine
I am writing in response to your advertisement posted on…
I am writing in response to your advertisement posted on…
Standard formula used when responding to an advertisement posted online
I refer to your advertisement in…dated… .
I refer to your advertisement in…dated… .
Standard formula used to explain where you found the advertisement for a job
I read your advertisement for an experienced…in the…issue of…with great interest.
I read your advertisement for an experienced…in the…issue of…with great interest.
Formula used when applying for a job having seen the advertisment in a magazine or periodical
I have pleasure in applying for the advertised position, as…
I have pleasure in applying for the advertised position, as…
Standard formula for applying for a job
I would like to apply for the position of…
I would like to apply for the position of…
Standard formula for applying for a job
Currently I am working for… and my responsibilities include…
Currently I am working for… and my responsibilities include…
Used as an opening sentence to describe your current occupational status and what it involves
2. Education/Qualifications:
I graduated from ... in ...
In secondary school I majored in ... (ex. -English and History-)
I hole a certificate/degree in ...
I have been working as ...
I am currrently (a student/employed) at ...
I have completed the following courses ...
I will graduate this year with ...(a Bachelor of Arts)
3. Work experience
I have experience of ...
As my references show ...
I feel I have necessary qualities for this job because ...
I am ... (ex. - friendly and hard-working-).
I am a motivated professional with a variety of skills and experience.
I would also like to add ...
4. Closing the letter:
I would be happy to attend an interview at any time convenient to you.
I am available for the interview ...
Please contact me if you have any queries at (0568292974).
If you have any questions, please call me at ...
I enclose a ... (CV/my references).
I look forward to meeting you /hearing from you soon.
Thank you for reviewing my letter and my enclosed CV.
Kosa kata
Useful words and phrases for applications
A. Describing personality
1. Adaptable
2. Capable
3. Competent
4. Consistent
5. Customer-focused
6. Dedicated
7. Determined
8. Effective
9. Efficient
10.Experienced
11.Expertise
12.Flexible
13.Focused
14.Goal-oriented
15.Hard working
16.Helpful
17.Honest
18.Keen
19.Proactive
20.Productive
21.Proficient
22.Profitable
23.Qualified
24.Resourceful
25.Successful
26.Thorough
27.Trustworthy
28.Valued
29.Versatile
30.Willing
C. Made
1. Started
2. Devised
3. Established
4. Implemented
5. Initiated
6. Introduced
7. Launched
8. Proposed
D. Built
1. Composed
2. Created
3. Designed
4. Developed
5. Engineered
6. Generated
7. Produced
E. Started
1. Devised
2. Established
3. Implemented
4. Initiated
5. Introduced
6. Launched
7. Proposed
F. Helped
1. Advised
2. Assisted
3. Enabled
4. Encouraged
5. Motivated
G. Change / fixed
1. Arranged
2. Broadened
3. Completed
4. Controlled
5. Determined (an issue)
6. Eliminated
7. Improved
8. Minimised
9. Modernised
10.Organised
11.Refined
12.Repaired
13.Resolved
14.Restored
15.Revamped
16.Simplified
17.Solved
18.Streamlined
19.Strengthened
20.Solved
21.Transformed
22.
23.
H. Look at
1. Analysed
2. Assessed
3. Consulted
4. Diagnosed
5. Evaluated
6. Identified
7. instigated
8. monitored
9. planned
10.quantified
11.recommended
12.researched
13.reviewed
14.
I. .
J.
K. .. Qualified
Useful phrases
Demonstrated skills in...
Proven track record in...
Extensive academic / practical background in...
Experienced in all facets / phases / aspects of...
Accurately checked...
Experience involved / included...
Knowledge of... / experienced as...
Successful in / at developing...
Extensive training / involvement in...
Reported to senior management when...
Constant interaction with...
Disseminated results of analysis...
Provided technical assistance to...
Professionally handled...
Worked closely with...
Familiar with...
Efficiently organised...
Supported customers and colleagues with...
Planned and managed...
Researching, assessing and synthesising...
Initiated financial savings by...
Promoted to…
Your application letter should let the employer know what position you are
applying for, what makes you a strong candidate, why they should select you
for an interview, and how you will follow up.
John Donaldson
8 Sue Circle
Smithtown, CA 08067
909-555-5555
john.donaldson@emailexample.com
September 1, 2018
George Gilhooley
Times Union
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with
you about this employment opportunity.
Sincerely,
John Donaldson
I'm writing to express my interest in the Web Content Manager position listed
on Monster.com. I have experience building large, consumer-focused health-
based content sites. While much of my experience has been in the business
world, I understand the social value of this sector and I am confident that my
business experience will be an asset to your organization.
Colleen Warren
colleen.warren@noemail.com
555-123-1234
www.linked.com/colleenwarren
If sending your cover letter via email, list your name and the job title you are
applying for in the subject line of the email. Include your contact information
in your email signature but don't list the employer's contact information. Skip
the date and start your email message with the salutation. Here's an example
of a formatted email cover letter.
A cover letter can either help or harm you. To ensure that your application
supports rather than detracts from your resume, follow these tips:
Get off to a direct start: In your first paragraph, explain why you are writing.
Mention the job title and company name, and also where you came across
the job listing. While you can also briefly mention why you are a strong
candidate, this section should be short and to-the-point.
It's rare to send an application letter without also sending a resume. Your
application letter, therefore, should highlight information that your resume
doesn't.
Make a good case. Your first goal with this letter is to progress to the next
step: an interview. Your overarching goal, of course, is to get a job offer. Use
your application letter to further both of these causes. Offer details about your
experience and background that show why you are a good candidate. How
have other jobs prepared you for the position? What would you bring to the
position, and to the company? Use this space to emphasize your strengths.
Close with all the important details. Include a thank you at the end of your
letter. You can also share your contact information. If you'd like, mention how
you will follow up.
Pemahaman Application Letter
Application Letter/ Surat LamaranKerja adalahsurat yang dibuat dan dikirimkan
oleh seseorang yang inginbekerja di sebuahkantor, perusahaanatau pun
instansitertentu. Surat lamaranpekerjaantermasuksuratdinasatauresmi. Oleh
karenaitu, terdapataturan-aturantertentu yang
harusdiperhatikandalampenulisannya.
Secaraumumsuratmemilikibagian-bagiansepertiberikutini:
1. Paragrafpembuka
2. Isi surat
3. Paragrafpenutup
Salam penutup
KD 3.2 – 4.2
LETTER OF APPLICATION
(Surat Lamaran Kerja)
PENGERTIAN
Surat lamaran kerja (a letter of application/a cover letter) adalah sebuah dokumen
yang di dalamnya memuat informasi tambahan tentang ketrampilan dan
pengalamanan anda yang dikirim pada seorang manager/pimpinan. Surat ini
ditujukan untuk memberikan infomasi detail alasan mengapa kamu adalah
sebagai seorang calon pekerja yang berkualifikasi untuk pekerjaan itu.
FUNGSI SOSIAL
Menimbulkan kesan positif tentang kesesuaian pelamar dengan pekerjaan yang
dilamar
STRUKTUR TEKS
Tempat dan tanggal
Penerima dan alamatnya
Sapaan
Isi surat
Penutup
Tanda tangan dan nama lengkap
UNSUR KEBAHASAAN
Ungkapan dan kosa kata yang sesuai
Ucapan, tekanan kata, intonasi, ejaan, tanda baca
Tulisan tangan
CONTOH
September 1, 2018
William Lee
Lead Mechanic
Acme auto
123 Business Rd.
Business City, NY 54321
I’m writing to apply for the position of diesel mechanic at the City Trans Agency, as advertised on the
city’s career web page. I’ve included my resume for your consideration.
In addition to experience as a diesel mechanic, I’ve an excellent knowledge of gasoline engines and
electric systems, and I hold CDL driver’s license. Most recently, I worked for Trailer Transfer in
Middletown as their lead diesel mechanic. While I was here, I developed a training program for new hires.
However, I had to leave my job due to a move to your city.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I will follow up next week to see if I can offer any more
information about my skills and experience. My cell phone is 555-555-555 and my email is Lucius
applicant@email.com.
Best regards,
Lucius applicant
JOB VACANCY
Lowongan Pekerjaan)
The position:
5 graphic designers
Qualification:
1. Able to operate some graphic software (CorelDraw,
photoshop) Qualification
2. Minimum one year experience in similar position
3. Creative and communicative
4. Able to work under pressure
5. Able to work on shift
Send your CV to Andika Printing and offset, Jl. Ahmad Yani No. 15 Address/contact person
Bogor. Those who meet the requirement will be informed by phone
JOB VACANCY
Position:
1. Head Master
2. F & B Service Instructor
3. FO & HK Instructor
4. Kitchen & Pastry Instructor
5. Admin-GA
6. Finance & Accounting Officer
Requirements:
Minimum Diploma Graduate (All Positions)
Existing position in training/L&D department with hotel
operation background previously (1)
Minimum 4 (four) experience in related field
Fresh graduate from at least diploma 4 are welcome (5)
Minimum 2 (two) years experiences in finance & accounting
department (6)
What to Include in Your Letter As with all cover letters, a job application letter is divided into
sections:1 • The heading, which includes your name and contact information. • A greeting,
addressed to a specific person, if possible. • The introduction, which should include why the
applicant is writing. • The body, which discusses your relevant qualifications. • The close, which
thanks the reader and provides contact information and followup details. • Your signature to end
the letter