Sample Application Letter Format, sample letter

The sample application letter format to follow can be modified to create your own job application letter. You should then write a personalized job application letter for each job, company &  person you are applying to. It is a simple & straight forward sample application letter format. 

Whether you are an engineer, business consultant, project manager, accountant, computer programmer or business analyst, you can follow the same format as the sample application letter format below & use it as a template. A job application letter is a must with each job application and CV submission. Check the job application closing dates. Keep each job application letter professional & simple (no more than one page consisting of three to four paragraphs). Address each job application letter to a specific person. Do not under estimate the importance of writing a job application letter. Each job application letter should be personalized. For more job application letter tips, see job application letter tips. Also see sample CV format & CV tips.

Sample job application letter format: 

99 Marvin Rd
City, State 00000
(999) 999-9999
info@kmd-solutions.com

October 30, 2011

Mrs. Mary Farr
Human Resources Manager
ABC Company
1111 Bessemer Avenue
City, State 00000

Dear Mary:

I am writing to apply for the position of business consultant that was advertised in today's XYZ Times. I am attaching my CV for your review.

"In this section of your job application letter highlight information relevant to the description of the advertisement of the position that you are applying for. So, show the skills and expertise that you have that match the description of the job you are applying for. "

I have demonstrated excellent people skills in addition to strong writing and analytical skills. I believe my education, skills and experiences fit your requirements, and I am confident my skills would be an asset to your company (or to your client if you are applying to a recruiter)

I am available to meet with you at a time that's convenient to you. Please contact me to set up a time. I look forward to hear from you soon.

Sincerely,

your signature (not needed when sending via email or for an online job application letter)

Your name

Your contact phone number.

If the advertisement you are applying to asks for your salary expectations, we suggest you add a sentence in your job application letter that your salary expectations are "negotiable" & to be more prepared for salary negotiations, see our salary negotiation example.

Also see the hidden job market,  sample application letter & highest paying jobs.

For many more job application letter tips, see job application letter tips. 

Keep in mind that the above job application letter sample format is only a sample and you should write a personalized job application letter for each job, company &  person you are applying to.

We'll be adding more sample application letters & examples of job application letter formats soon.

Also see sample CV format & CV tips.