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JOB APPLICATION LETTER

1. IDENTITAS

A. Judul : Application Letter

B. Nama Mata Pelajaran : BAHASA INGGRIS XII (Wajib)
C. Semester 5
D. Alokasi waktu : 2 JP X 4 pertemuan
E. Kompetensi Dasar :

3.2 Membedakan fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan beberapa teks khusus dalam bentuk surat la
Surat lamaran kerja
Menangkap makna secara kontekstual terkait fungsi sosial, struktur teks, dan unsur kebahasaan teks khusus dal
Menyusun teks khusus surat lamaran kerja, yang memberikan informasi antara lain jati diri, latar belakang pend

F. Tujuan Pembelajaran :

Melalui pembelajaran problem based learning, diskusi, tanya jawab, penugasan, presentasi dan analisis teks deng

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2. PETA KONSEP

APPLICATION LETTER

Definition Social Function Text Structures Language Features

Kinds of application letter

Implicit & Explicit Information

3. PROSES BELAJAR

a. Petunjuk Umum Penggunaan MODULM

1. Baca dan pahami materi pada Buku Teks Pelajaran [Buku Bahasa Inggris
SMA/MA/SMK Kelas XII /halaman 53-60]
2. Kerjakan MODULM ini di buku kerja atau langsung mengisikan pada bagian yang
telah disediakan.
3. Kalian dapat belajar bertahap dan berlanjut melalui kegiatan Ayo Berlatih, apabila
kalian yakin sudah paham dan mampu menyelesaikan permasalahan-permasalahan
dalam kegiatan belajar Teks Surat Lamaran Kerja.
4. Kerjakan MODULM ini dibuku kerja atau langsung mengisikan pada bagian yang
telah disediakan. Anda bisa bekerja sendiri, namun akan lebih baik apabila
bekerjasama dengan teman lain sekaligus berlatih untuk berkolaborasi dan
berkomunikasi dengan baik.
5. Jika kalian telah menuntaskan materi yang ada dan mampu menyelesaikan
permasalahan-permasalahan dalam kegiatan belajar 1, 2, dan 3, bersiap untuk
mengikuti tes formatif agar kalian dapat belajar ke MODULM berikutnya.

b. Pendahuluan.

Sebelum belajar pada materi ini, silahkan Anda mengamati gambar dan menjawab pertanyaan berikut

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Before having the material in this section, try to complete this picture with what a profession
usually does.

1. AN ENGINEER

2. A LIBRARIAN

3. AN ANIMATOR

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c.Kegiatan Inti

Let’s start to learn

more about APPLICATION LETTER

KEGIATAN BELAJAR 1
Pada kegiatan belajar pertama ini anda akan melakukan identifikasi dan mengklasifikasikan fungsi sosial, struktur

Read the text carefully.

As you read, try to figure out the answers to the following questions. What is the type of the
following text? Why do people write such text? Do you think that someday you will write a text
like that? Do you know the names of the parts of the text marked by the numbers and the meaning
of the words in italics in the text?

Lilis Handayani (1)

Jl. A. Yani 389
Surabaya, 65151
April 19, 2015
Mr. Frank Peterson, Personnel Manager (2)
Jeans and Co.
Jl. Raya Pandaan 186
Pandaan Pasuruan, Jawa Timur, 98502
Dear Mr. Peterson: (3)

(4) I am writing to you in response to your advertisement for a local branch manager
newspaper appeared in the Jawa Pos on Sunday, June 15. As you can see from my enclosed
resume, my experience and qualifications match this position's requirements.

(5) My current position, managing the local branch of a national shoe retailer, has provided
the opportunity to work under a high-pressure, team environment, where it is essential to be
able to work closely with my colleagues in order to meet sales deadlines. In addition to my
responsibilities as manager, I also developed time management tools for staff using Access and
Excel from Microsoft's Office Suite.

(6) Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally
discuss why I am particularly suited for this position. Please call me after 4.00 p.m. to suggest
a time we may meet. I can be reached via telephone number 031-858564 or by email at lilish@
yahoo.com.

Sincerely, (7)
Lilis Handayani

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1. To whom is the letter sent?

2. Who wrote the application letter?
3. What is the purpose of writing the letter?
4. What position is being advertised?
5. How did Lilis Handayani know the vacancy?
6. What is Lilis’ current position?
7. What has her current position provided with?
8. What other responsibilities does she have at the moment?
9. Do you think that Lilis is confident about her competence? How do you know?
10. Does Lilis indicate her willingness for an interview? Find the evidence from the text.

January 23, 2014

George Sebastian
Prosperous Company
25 Saint John Court
Hatfield, CA 08065
Dear Mr. Sebastian,
I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the
Times Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job
application, my certification, my resume and three references.
The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and
I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make
me a very competitive candidate for this position. The key strengths
that I possess for success in this position include: I have successfully
designed, developed, and supported live use applications. I strive for
continued excellence, and I provide exceptional contributions to
customer service for all customers. With a BS degree in Computer
Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of
a software development project. I also have experience in learning and
excelling at new technologies as needed.
Please see my resume for additional information on my experience. I
can be reached anytime via email at john.donaldsonemailexample.com
or my cell phone, 909-555-5555.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to
speaking with you about this employment opportunity.
Sincerely,
Signature (for hard copy
letter) John Donaldson
Guiding questions:
1. Which part indicates the address of the job applicant?
2. Which part indicates the address of the company the
letter is sent to?
3. Which part indicates the person in charge?
4. Which part indicates the opening of the letter?
What information is provided?
5. Which part contains any information that matches
the position? What specific information is highlighted?
6. Which paragraph closes the application letter?
What information is written in this part?
7. Where do you put your signature?
8. What do you need to consider in writing an
application letter?

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Setelah kalian menjawab pertanyan di atas, maka kalian simpulkan fungsi social, struktur teks
dan unsure kebahasaan teks surat lamaran kerja dengan melengkapi table berikut.
Social Function

Text Structure

Language Features

Bila kalian telah selesai mengerjakan soal latihan di atas, maka kalian bias melanjutkan ke
kegiatan belajar 2.

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KEGIATAN BELAJAR 2

Bacalah BTP Bahasa Inggris Kelas XII Kemendikbud hal 53!Setelah itu cobalah kalian
simpulkan pola kalimat “Passive Voice” dengan melengkapi table berikut!
A.

Active Voice Passive Voice

Simple Present Tense

Present Continuous Tense

Simple Past Tense

Past Continuous Tense

Present Perfect Tense

Past Perfect Tense

Future Tense

B. Ubahlah kalimat berikut menjadi bentuk pasif!

1. He manages the local branch of a national shoe retailer.

2. The company has advertised the job opportunity in the national newspaper.

3. He developed time management tools for staff.

4. She will enclose her resume in the application letter.

5. Linda is writing an application letter for the position as a secretary.

KEGIATAN BELAJAR 3

LET’S GET STARTED

What do you understand about application letter so far?
What information do you usually read in application letter?
Can you mention information that usually appear in an application letter?
Can you write an application letter on your own?

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Here is a job vacancy appeared in a local newspaper today.

Read the vacancy and consider whether you meet the
qualification or not.

VACANCY
Apika Plaza, a reputed and well-established showroom, is seeking to fulfill job vacancy from qualified, motivate
If you think you have the confidence and the capability in you, then you are more than welcome to apply.
Position: Sales Executive
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position
Proficiency in both English and Indonesian
Basic computer skills
Charming personality and good interpersonal skills

Roles and Responsibilities:

Deal and negotiate with customers
Respond to customers’ queries about various products and services
Interested candidates should send their CV and scanned photograph to: Apika Plaza Ltd., Jl. A. Yani 25, Sukama
(Attn. Mr. Feliks Diansyah, Manager)

Let's apply for a job.

Write an application letter to respond to the above job vacancy. Use these points about
parts of application letters to help you

1. Write your address.

2. Write the address of the company your application letter is sent to.
3. Write down the name of the person in charge.
4. Write down any necessary information in the opening of the letter.
5. Write down specific information to indicate that your capability matches the position.
6. Write down any necessary information in the closing.
7. Sign your application letter.

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EVALUASI
Choose the best answer!

Dear sirs,
With reference to your advertisement in Today’s time, I would like to be considered for Marketing
Senior Assistant post.
My present position in n an electronic marketing staff where I have special responsibility for home
appliances. I also have experiences in other electroic goods, like cameras and smart phones. I
have been working as a marketing specialist as soon as I completed my first degree in 2012. My
tasks among other are building good relationship with distributors and customers, and providing
inputs for the company about pricing policies, marketing strategies, and customer satisfaction.
Hoping to hear from you soon, I enclose my curriculum vitae and rencent photograph.
Yours faithfully,
Harry Clarks

1. Why does the sender write the letter?

A. To apply for a certain position.
B. To provide inputs for the company.
C. To give information about his speciality.
D. To convince the readers about his experience.
E. To attract the applicant

2. What does the sender possibly do after sending the letter?

A. to see the interview
B. Call the recipient for the confirmation.
C. Work as a marketing specialist.
D. Complete his firs degree
E, Wait for the response of the recipient

3. “…I enclose my curriculum vitae..” The word “enclose” is in the closest meaning to…
A. Hedge.
B. Attach.
C. Confine.
D. Encircle
E. decpict

Text 2
Taylor, Inc.
694 Rockstar Lane
Durham, NC 27708

Dear Human Resources Director:

I just read an article in the New and Observer about Taylor’s new computer center just north of
Durham. I would like to apply for a position as an entry-level programmer at the center.

I understand that Taylor produces both in-house and customer documentation. I am a fresh
graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology in Atlanta with an Associate’s Degree in Computer

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Science. In addition to having taken a broad range of courses, I served as a computer consultant
at the college’s computer center where I helped train computer users on new systems.

I will be happy to meet you at your convenience and discuss how my education and experience
match your needs. You can reach me at my home address, at (9191) 233-1552, or at
rock@devry.alumni.edu.

Sincerely,
Raymond Krick

4. Why did Mr. Krick write the letter?

a. To apply for a job.
b. To ask for some information.
c. To introduce himself to Taylor.
d. To explain his educational background.
e. To enclose CV

5. How does Mr. Krick know the vacancy?

a. From the radio.
b. From a colleague.
c. From a newspaper.
d. From the television.

6. What will the Human Resources Director probably do after reading the letter?
a. Evaluate the salary offered.
b. Start working at Taylor, Inc.
c. Promote Mr. Krick to be a manager.
d. Ask Mr. Krick to come for an interview
e. Ask the salary

7. What is the synonym of the word ‘fresh’?

a. Old
b. New
c. Urgent
d. Present
e. vital

Text 3
225 New Station Road,
Agra – 7
March 2, 2007
To: The Manager,
Navajivan Trading Co.

Dear Sir, ,
In response to your advertisement in “The Times of India” of today that you are on the lookout
for enterprising and capable men who can take up market research for you, I respectfully offer

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myself as candidate for the post. I give below in brief my qualifications and experience in the line
for your kind consideration.

I am a diploma holder in commercial courses from S.D. College of Commerce, Agra, and had
taken marketing as my .special subject of study. I have worked as a field investigator with Messrs
Kirpal Marketing and Trading Co., Agra for about two years on a salary of Rs. 1 800/-p.m. and
had the privilege of winning laurels from my superiors in regard to my work as well as general
conduct.

I am a young man of about 24 years and possess good health and personality. I have pleasing
manners, hardworking disposition and keenness for outdoor jobs. I am unmarried and can be
posted to any area of the country for market study. I can speak, beside Hindi, Punjabi, and
English, some southern languages too. I can join immediately.

I shall highly appreciate if an opportunity is given to me to explain my experience to you in person

during my interview. Would you kindly let me know the time and date when it will be convenient
for you? Thanking you, I am looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
B.K. Bhalla

8. What position does Bhalla apply for?

A. A candidate of a reporter in ‘The Times of India’.
B. C. A candidate of a field investigator.
C. A candidate of a university lecturer.
D. A candidate of a market researcher.
E candidate of Manager

9. What will the company most probably do before inviting Bhalla to an interview?
A. To ask him to hold a press conference.
B. To admit him directly as a new employee.
C. To inform the vacancy
D. To send back his application letter without notice.
E, To find information from his former employer.

10. “I give below in brief my qualifications …” (paragraph 1). The antonym of the phrase “brief”
is …
A. long
B. short
C. concise
D. simple
E. concise

Text 4
78 Jalan Balai Raya
East Jakarta
April 2, 2007

Ms. Dina Siregar.

Directory of Administration
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Navaro Inc.
27 Jalan Edelweis.
Jakarta

Dear Ms. Siregar,

Your advertisement in March 30 issue of the ‘Republika’ was attractive because I believe I have
the proven skills you are requiring for an administrative assistant.
I am Linda and I’m 22 years old. I recently completed a three course Apple Computer System.
These specialization skills have proven valuable in my work for the past eight months as an
assistant to the chief accountant at Galaxy Building.
Since ‘proven skills’ are best explained in person I would appreciate an interview with you.
Please phone me
in the afternoon between and 5 p.m. at (021) 4733756 to let me know the day and time most
convenient for you.
Sincerely,
Linda
Enc.

11. What position is needed?

A. Receptionist.
B. Interviewer.
C. Chief accountant.
D. Administrative assistant.
E. Cheff

12. What doe’s the applicant hope after sending the letter?
A. She will be a” manager.
B. She will start training.
C. She will receive the salary.
D. She will be interviewed.
E. She will start working

13. “… proven skills” (line 5). The word ‘proven’ has a closest meaning to …
A. extraordinary
B. external
C. internal
D. outcome
E. acknowledged

Text 5
Dini Aminarto
Jalan Elang 89
Tangerang Selatan 19837

October, 30th 2018

PO BOX 1393
JKB 11013

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To whom it may concern,

I’m applying for the Project Manager position advertised through Jakarta Post. As shown in the
enclosed resume, I have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineer graduated from
Universitas Indonesia on 2007.

My current work as Project Management in various multinational company has given me

firsthand experience in the challenge associated with the development of a successful
Petrochemical Company. In addition, I have excellent managerial and communication skills both
in Bahasa Indonesia as well as English.

This background, combined with over ten years of Ethylene Plant Operation as Project
Management, has given me a unique perspective that would be particularly valuable in meeting
the responsibilities of this position, as described in your position. I am and independent individual
who capable to work under pressure.

I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in more detail and
look forward to hearing from you soon. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,
Dini Aminarto

14. Who wrote the application letter?

a. Project Manager
b. Jakarta Post
c. Dini Aminarto
d. Chemical Engineer
e. The company

15. What is the job position that applicant applied for?

a. Project Manager
b. General Manager
c. Chemical Engineer
d. Academician
e. Company owner

16. Where did the company advertise the job opening?

a. Kompas
b. Jakarta Globe
c. Tribun
d. Internet
e. Jakarta Post

17. What are the skills that applicant presented on the application letter?
a. Managerial and communication skills
b. Accounting and managerial skills
c. Public speaking and communication skills
d. Bahasa Indonesia and English
e. computer

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18. How many years the applicant was working as Project Management?
a. 2 years
b. 8 years
c. 15 years
d. 10 years
e. 1 year
19. I am and independent individual who capable to work under pressure. The word “capable”
has the same meaning to…
a. Irresponsible
b. Awkward
c. confident
d. Professional
e. Competent

20. What the applicant has enclosed along with the application letter?
a. Resume
b. Biography
c. Photo
d. Certificate
e. reference

21. Is there any information when the applicant graduated?

a. Yes, it’s on 2010.
b. Yes, it’s on 2007.
c. Yes, it’s on 2005.
d. No.
e. no correct answer

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Mr. William Chan
Personenel Manager
Wong and Lim Consulting
PO Box 583, Kwai Chung
Kowloon

Dear Mr. Chan,

I am writing to apply for the post of Management Trainee, which was advertised on the Student
Affairs Office notice board of the Hongkong Polytechnic University on 1 March 2005.

My working experience at Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited improved my leadership

skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. I have fluent spoken and
written English. I also have fluent spoken and written Mandarin, and can therefore work in
mainland China.

Currently I am studying a B.A. in Management at the Hongkong Polytechnic University,

graduating in 2005. Subjects which I am studying that are relevant to the post of Management
Trainee include Operations Management, Human Resources Management, Accounting,
Marketing and strategic Management.
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During my studies I have had the post of Executive in management Society. While leading and
organizing Management Society. While leading and organizing Management Society activities I
have improved my ability to lead and supervise subordinates effectively, ability to work under
pressure and ability to work in a team environment.

Working for Wong and Lim Consulting appeals to me because it has a good reputation and it
provides excellent training. Your organization produces a high-quality service, and I can
contribute to this with my leadership skills and my ability to work under pressure. I am available
for interview at any time. I look forward to meeting you.

Yours sincerely,
Wong Wai Man Wilfred
Excl : Resume

22. What is the job title?

A. Consultant
B. Operation management
C. Human resources management
D. Accounting
E. Management trainee

23. What skills and personnel qualities are required?

A. Leadership skills, communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
B. Fluent spoken and written Mandarin
C. Have known about environment
D. Hard worker
E. Willing to work overtime

24. What is the name of the company or organization Wong Wai man Wilfred applying to?
A. Lucky Star Garment Manufactory Limited
B. Hong Kong Polytechnic University
C. Marketing and Strategic Management
D. Wong and Lim Consultant
E. Executive in the Management Society

Penutup
Bagaimana Anda sekarang?
Setelah Anda belajar bertahap dan berlanjut melalui kegiatan belajar 1, 2, dan 3, berikut
diberikan Tabel untuk mengukur diri Anda terhadap materi yang sudah Anda

pelajari.Jawablah sejujurnya terkait dengan penguasaan materi pada MODULM ini di

Tabel berikut.

Tabel Refleksi Diri Pemahaman Materi

No Pertanyaan Ya Tidak
1. Apakah Anda telah memahami definisi teks surat lamaran
pekerjaan?
2. Dapatkah Anda menjelaskan fungsi sosial, struktur teks,
dan unsur kebahasaan dari teks surat lamaran pekerjaan?
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3. Apakah Anda memahami informasi apa saja yang terdapat

dalam teks surat lamaran pekerjaan?
4. Dapatkah Anda menyebutkan informasi apa saja yang
terdapat dalam teks surat lamaran pekerjaan?
5. Dapatkah Anda menyusun sendiri teks surat lamaran
pekerjaan?

Jika menjawab “TIDAK” pada salah satu pertanyaan di atas, maka pelajarilah kembali
materi tersebut dalam Buku Teks Pelajaran (BTP) dan pelajari ulang kegiatan belajar 1, 2,
3, yang sekiranya perlu Anda ulang dengan bimbingan Guru atau teman sejawat. Jangan
putus asa untuk mengulang lagi!.Dan apabila Anda menjawab “YA” pada semua
pertanyaan, maka lanjutkan berikut.

Dimana posisimu?
Ukurlah diri Anda dalam menguasai materi teks pemberitahuan (announcement) dalam
rentang 0 – 100, tuliskan ke dalam kotak yang tersedia.

Setelah menyelesaikan soal di atas dan mengikuti kegiatan belajar 1, 2, 3

,bagaimana menurut pendapat Anda tentang penyelesaian permasalahan pada soal dengan
empat contoh teks pemberitahuan (announcement) yang terdapat di bagian awal
pembelajaran tadi? Apakah ada alternatif lain untuk menyelesaikannya?. Silahkan Anda
berdiskusi dengan teman sebangku atau teman lain, dan tuliskan hasil kerja Anda di buku
kerja masing-masing. Tuliskan juga dalam buku kerja tersebut refleksi Anda dengan
menggunakan cara dan bahasa Anda sendiri sebagai bagian dari pengakuan terhadap apa
yang sudah Anda kuasai.

Ini adalah bagian akhir dari MODUL materi teks pemberitahuan (announcement), mintalah
tes formatif kepada GuruAndasebelum belajar ke MODUL berikutnya.

Great Students

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