Task 4 (M6 LA2 )

With the points of analysis set out in the table below, analyze the content of each application letters above.

Application letter: 1

Paragraphs	Points of analysis	Evidence from the letters
Paragraph 1	Why are you writing?	My work experience and studies qualify me for this position.
	How did you get the employer’s name?	Using your database on the Internet to locate job opportunities
	Where did you find their job listing?	I noticed your summer internship opening for a Web Technologist.
	Who referred you?	Not mention
	What position are you applying for?	I noticed your summer internship opening for a Web Technologist. My work experience and studies qualify me for this position.
Paragraph 2	Why are you qualified for the position you are applying for?	They have exposed me to the newest developments in technology which will give your company a leading edge in the Internet marketplace.
	What have you done that applies to this job/position?	my work involving Web related activities has been extensive
	What sort off it is there between your experience and the job/position you applied for	I have installed, configured, and maintained a Web server for both the Software Development Lab at North Carolina State University and for the Mechanical Graphics Support Center (MGSC) at IBM. I am the Web Master for the home pages of the MGSC Department at IBM and for the Navigators at Duke University. In addition, I acquired programming experiences at IBM, writing CGI's and developing the Mechanical Technology Center Product Manager, a Web- based product manager for IBM's Network Hardware Engineering Department. During a Co- op with Federal Express, I contributed to the software engineering development process and wrote C++ code. Currently, I am enrolled in JAVA programming and Software Engineering classes.
	What is special about you that should be considered for this job/position?	While pursuing a degree in Computer Science at North Carolina State University, I have been active in the University Scholars Program. This program has broadened my knowledge of and appreciation for peoples of many cultures and beliefs. I would apply this awareness in my work at Sun that requires collaboration with diverse team members.
Paragraph 3	What do you expect to happen after you send the application letter?	I would appreciate the opportunity to further elaborate on my qualifications.
	How can the employer contact you?	I can be reached at (919) 847-2259

Application letter 2:

Paragraphs	Points of analysis	Evidence from the letters
Paragraph 1	Why are you writing?	I feel that this position will allow me to expand the skills I have learned in my previous jobs and in my coursework.
	How did you get the employer’s name?	In an advertisement
	Where did you find their job listing?	I recently saw your ad for an internship as a Web Tech
	Who referred you?	Not mention
	What position are you applying for?	a Web Tech
Paragraph 2	Why are you qualified for the position you are applying for?	I am currently enrolled at North Carolina State majoring in Computer Science
	What have you done that applies to this job/position?	I have taken relevant courses including Java Programming and Software Engineering.
	What sort off it is there between your experience and the job/position you applied for	I have extended work experience with development of web sites. I also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
	What is special about you that should be considered for this job/position?	I have sufficiently prepared myself with the qualifications necessary for this position. Therefore, I would like to use the skills learned in my courses and on the job to help Sun Microsystems grow and become an even more profitable company
Paragraph 3	What do you expect to happen after you send the application letter?	I would be happy to schedule a meeting with you at your earliest convenience.
	How can the employer contact you?	Not mentioned

Application letter: 3

Paragraphs	Points of analysis	Evidence from the letters
Paragraph 1	Why are you writing?	I am writing to submit my résumé for a summer intern position as a Web Technologist, referred to online as requisition number CB97BA26.
	How did you get the employer’s name?	In a website
	Where did you find their job listing?	In online advertisement
	Who referred you?	Online as requisition number CB97BA26.
	What position are you applying for?	intern position as a Web Technologist
Paragraph 2	Why are you qualified for the position syou are applying for?	My previous academic and co-op experiences have made me the most suitable candidate for this position.
	What have you done that applies to this job/position?	My previous work experience has prepared me for this position.
	What sort off it is there between your Experience and the job/position you applied for	I have had lots of experience with Web related activities. I have installed, configured, and maintained a Web server for both the Software Development Lab at NCSU and for the MGSC at IBM. I am the Web Master of the home pages for both the MGSC Department at IBM and for the Navigators at Duke. I have acquired lots of programming experiences. I wrote CGI's for IBM and developed the Mechanical Technology Center Product Manager for one of IBM's departments. I had the opportunity to experience the software engineering development process and write C++ code during a co-op with Federal Express
	What is special about you that should be considered for this job/position?	These experiences have sufficiently prepared me with the qualifications necessary for this position. I really enjoy jobs that challenge me to use my abilities to their fullest potential.
Paragraph 3	What do you expect to happen after you send the application letter?	I would appreciate the opportunity to talk about my qualifications further in person with your recruiter
	How can the employer contact you?	I can be reached at (919)-523-3372, (919)-847-2259, or at kwjones@eos.ncsu.edu.