1. 1. Rules for Writing Formal Letters in
English
2. Addresses
3. Date
4. Salutation or greeting
5. Ending a letter
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2. 1.First paragraph.
2. Last Paragraph
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The following abbreviations are widely used in letters:
asap = as soon as possible
cc = carbon copy (when you send a copy of a letter to more
than one person, you use this abbreviation to let them know)
enc. = enclosure (when you include other papers with your
letter)
pp = per procurationem (A Latin phrase meaning that you are
signing the letter on somebody else's behalf; if they are not
there to sign it themselves, etc)
ps = postscript (when you want to add something after you've
finished and signed it)
pto (informal) = please turn over (to make sure that the other
person knows the letter continues on the other side of the
page)
RSVP = please reply
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Opening Paragraph
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 3
Closing Paragraph
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5. A covering letter is the one that
accompanies your CV when you
are applying for a job. Here is a
fairly conventional plan for the
layout of the paragraphs.
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6. Briefly identify yourself and the position you
are applying for. Add how you found out
about the vacancy.
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7. Give the reasons why you are interested in
working for the company and why you wish
to be considered for that particular post.
State your relevant qualifications and
experience, as well as your personal qualities
that make you a suitable candidate.
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8. Inform them that you have enclosed your
current CV and add any further information
that you think could help your case.
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9. Give your availability for interview, thank
them for their consideration, restate your
interest and close the letter.
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10. A letter of enquiry is when you are
approaching a company speculatively, that is
you are making an approach without their
having advertised or announced a vacancy.
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11. Introduce yourself briefly and give your reason
for writing. Let them know of the kind of
position you are seeking, why you are
interested and how you heard about them.
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12. Show why their company in particular interests
you, mention your qualifications and
experience along with any further details that
might make them interested in seeing you
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Refer to your enclosed CV and draw their
attention to any particularly important points
you would like them to focus on in it.
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14. Thank them, explain your availability for
interview and restate your enthusiasm for
their company and desire to be considered
for posts that might as yet be unavailable.
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15. In English there are a number of conventions
that should be used when writing a formal or
business letter. Furthermore, you try to write
as simply and as clearly as possible, and not
to make the letter longer than necessary.
Remember not to use informal language like
contractions.
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16. 1) Your Address
The return address should be written in the
top right-hand corner of the letter.
2) The Address of the person you are writing
to
The inside address should be written on the
left, starting below your address.
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17. Different people put the date on different sides
of the page. You can write this on the right or
the left on the line after the address you are
writing to. Write the month as a word.
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1) Dear Sir or Madam,
If you do not know the name of the person
you are writing to, use this. It is always
advisable to try to find out a name.
2) Dear Mr Jenkins,
If you know the name, use the title (Mr, Mrs,
Miss or Ms, Dr, etc.) and the surname only. If
you are writing to a woman and do not know
if she uses Mrs or Miss, you can use Ms,
which is for married and single women.
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1) Yours Faithfully
If you do not know the name of the person, end
the letter this way.
2) Yours Sincerely
If you know the name of the person, end the
letter this way.
3) Your signature
Sign your name, then print it underneath the
signature. If you think the person you are writing
to might not know whether you are male of
female, put you title in brackets after your name.
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21. When to Use a Curriculum Vitae
When should job seekers use a curriculum
vitae, commonly referred to as CV, rather
than a resume? In the United States, a
curriculum vitae is used primarily when
applying for academic, education, scientific or
research positions. It is also applicable when
applying for fellowships or grants.
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When asking for a job in Europe, the Middle
East, Africa, or Asia, expect to submit a CV
rather than a resume. Keep in mind that
overseas employers often expect to read the
type of personal information on a curriculum
vitae that would never be included on an
American resume, such as date of birth,
nationality and place of birth. United States
law on what information job applicants can
be asked to provide does not apply outside
the country.
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There are several differences between a
curriculum vitae and a resume. A curriculum
vitae is a longer (up to two or more pages),
more detailed synopsis of your background
and skills. A CV includes a summary of your
educational and academic backgrounds as
well as teaching and research experience,
publications, presentations, awards, honors,
affiliations and other details. As with a
resume, you may need different versions of a
CV for different types of positions.
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Like a resume, a curriculum vitae should include
your name, contact information, education, skills
and experience. In addition to the basics, a CV
includes research and teaching experience,
publications, grants and fellowships, professional
associations and licenses, awards and other
information relevant to the position you are
applying for. Start by making a list of all your
background information, then organize it into
categories. Make sure you include dates on all
the publications you include.
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25. Name
Address
Telephone
Cell Phone
Email
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26. Date of Birth
Place of Birth
Citizenship
Visa Status
Gender
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27. Marital Status
Spouse's Name
Children
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List in chronological order, include position
details and dates
Work History
Academic Positions
Research and Training
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29. Include dates, majors, and details of degrees,
training and certification
High School
University
Graduate School
Post-Doctoral Training
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30. Certifications and Accreditations
Computer Skills
 Awards
 Publications
 Books
 Professional Memberships
 Interests
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31. 
Allen Yan
(86)1338-1111-420
yhnasa@123.com
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EDUCATION
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Sep 2002---Present, Shanghai University, BE
Candidate for Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering degree
(ME).
Major academic courses highlights: Company Property
Management; Marketing; Economics; English
Technology Communication; Information Management
System; Modern Fabrication System.
May 2006, Certified Public Accounting Training (CPA)
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32. OCCUPATION
Dec 2005----present, ITT Flygt investment. China
Application Engineer, Sales & Marketing Application support and
industry projects tracing to sales office to achieve the sales budget and
new industry market application research.
Pay suitable visits to end users and DI for seminars and technical
presentations with salesperson or distributors while collect marketing
information and competitor information analysis.
July 2005----Sep 2005, Intel Products Co., Shanghai,
China
CPU Assembly Engineer (Internship)
Analyzed the yield ratio trend,
documented and solved the current problems.
Participated in the training of marketing, business process modeling and
analysis at Intel University.
Visualized a project review with impressive presentation and multi-media
animation, which was highly appreciated by department manager.
June 2005----July 2005, GF Fund Management Co., LTD.
Campus Intern
Analyzed investment principles and mischoose of
related financial derived products
Formulated the scheme of market popularization and network marketing.
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33. AWARDS 2003-2004, Second-Class Scholarship for
Excellent Students of Shanghai University.
2004-2005, the Imagine Ambassador of Shanghai Tennis
Popularization.
COMPETENCIES & INTERESTS
English Ability: Band 6 and the intermediate test of
interpretation.
Germany Ability: 600 hours of Germany lessons in TongJi
University.
Computer Skills:
National Computer Lever 3rd Certificate. ( Network
Communication )
Professional Certificate of Assistant Information Officer
(AIO).
C++, VBA, Provision, JMP, AutoCAD, 3Dsmax, Photoshop,
Solidworks, Aftereffect
Personal Interests:
Basketball (Skills); skating (Speed); English (elegant);
Snooker (Stable)
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