PT3 – Formal Letter : Applying for a job

Sample Question

You saw a job advertisement in newspapers for a part-time job as a cashier in a department store. Write a formal letter applying for the job. Your answer should not be less than 120 words.

Model Answer

Rina Azhar,

No 123, Jalan Telawi,

Taman Kintan,

47810 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor

The UI Corner,

Kompleks Perkasa,

47810 Petaling Jaya,

Selangor                                                                                                       
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Rong Mart Sdn. Bhd.,
15 Jln Jawi,
Kompleks Perniagaan PJ,
47810 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor                                                                                                             3^rd of December 2015

Dear Sir/Madam,

Application For The Post of Part-Time Cashier

I would like to apply for the post of part-time cashier as advertised in Berita Harian dated 1^st of December 2015.

2.            I am 18 years old and just recently completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia. I am currently study part-time in a community college while working at a hawker stall. The post as cashier will be more suitable as I am currently studying accountancy at certificate level at the college.

3.            While in school, I was active in sports. I represented my school in track events and won in numerous events at district level. I was also a member of Young Entrepreneurs Club and the treasurer of the English Society.

4.            I attached my resume along with the required documents for your reference. I would be happy to attend an interview at any time of convenient for you. I am looking forward for a reply.

Thank you.

Yours faithfully,

Rina Azhar

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(Rina Azhar)