Sample An Application Letter
John Butler
2053 Jerry Toth Drive
North Pole,AK 99705
(333)-161-8292
butler@email.com
Aug 1,2010
Mr.Pete Steele
Bio-Rad Laboratories
4911 Jewell Road
Minneapolis,MN 55402
Dear Mr.Steele,
The posted position of chemist caught my eye due to the fact that the description of the job and the type of applicant you're searching for parallels to my interest and qualifications.With my background history in this field I'm confident that I would be a great asset to Bio-Rad Laboratories.
I have a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Brown University and six years of experience dedicated to this field.Some of my experience includes the following:
◆Preparing samples for analysis and performing a variety of other laboratory operations.
◆Strong computer and scientific skills with the ability to keep documents and reports organized and up-to-date.
◆Having the knowledge to perform regular maintenance of laboratory equipment and execute proper protocols in the event of an accident or emergency.
My detail for accuracy,flexibility and self-motivation coupled with the ability to learn new techniques and follow instructions will surely be a benefit to the team at Bio-Rad Laboratories.
I'm certain that a meeting would be to both our advantage because it would give us an opportunity to discuss my special training in this field and how I can become a valued employee for your company.Please contact me at(333)-161-8292,or email me at butler@email.com.
Sincerely,
John Butler
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Read the sample application letter and work in pairs to complete the sentences by translating the parts given in Chinese.
1.The posted position of chemist caught my eye due to the fact that the description of the job and the type of applicant you're searching for_______________________(符合我的工作兴趣和资历).
2.I'm confident that I would be_______________________(有用之才)to Bio-Rad Laboratories.
3.I have a bachelor's degree in chemistry from Brown University and_______________________(在该领域有六年工作经验).
4.My former job was involved in preparing samples for analysis and_______________________(履行其他各种实验室工作).
5.I possess strong computer and scientific skills with the ability to_______________________(把文件与报告归档并适时更新).
6.I have the knowledge to perform regular maintenance of laboratory equipment and execute proper protocols_______________________(在发生事故或出现紧急情况时).
7._______________________(我在工作中的细致、准确、灵活性和自我激励方式)coupled with the ability to learn new techniques and follow instructions will surely be a benefit to the team at Bio-Rad Laboratories.
8.I'm certain that a meeting would be_______________________(对我们双方有益)because it would give us an opportunity to discuss my special training in this field and how I can become a valued employee for your company.
Read the following recruitment advertisement and write an application letter,simulating the above sample.
Recruitment for Organic Chemists
Job requirements:
1.Bachelor's degree,major in Chemistry or Biology.
2.Good analytical and problem-solving skills as well as good interpersonal and communication skills.
3.At least 1 year experience in related area.
Job Description:
1.Assist the development of our sales.
2.Responsible for special chemicals and fine chemicals market development,product sales,customer supply and marketing service.
Contact Information:
Company:Carbosynth China Limited
Personnel manager:Tracy Zhao
Address:563 Zhongshan Road,Shanghai
Telephone:021-83459780
Zip code:210021
Company website:www.carbosynth.com
Workplace Project
Work in groups to make an oral summary of the personal requirements needed for a chemical engineer or a chemist,then write down your own report,which should at least include:
1.Skills and knowledge;
2.Personal qualities;
3.Physical requirements,etc.
Work in groups to prepare a PPT presentation of the report in Task 17 and then make the presentation in class.
Career Salon
Which one are you?
The optimist sees the glass half full.The pessimist sees the glass half empty.But the chemist sees the glass as completely full—half of the glass is filled with a liquid and the other half is filled with a gas.
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