Motivation letter

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How to write your dream internship, in English!

Motivation & Cover letter writing

The Structure of a Mot. Letter

Why write a motivation letter?

Contents

Cover letter vs. Motivation letter

Pre-writing stage

Final trips and things to remember

The 3 Core Elements

Motivation letter

Cover letter -> gives specific examples of how your job experience and skills match the opening you’re applying for. Motivation letter -> focuses more on your personality, interests, and motives for applying.

💌 Cover letter vs. Motivation letter

💌 Cover letter vs. Motivation letter

☝️ Recruiters will see who put the work in. ☝️ They often appreciate applicants taking the time to write one and research the company. ☝️ Your CV is factual, your cover letter is personal, therefore it's a great way to show your personality! ☝️You can demonstrate your skills and interest.

No doubt, the most challenging aspect of applying for a job is writing an effective motivation letter. If an employer likes the look of your CV, then they will take a look at your motivation letter. Organisations don't always ask for one, however, it is best to be prepared and providing one can have a lot of benefits...

❓ Why write a motivation letter?

Motivation letter

❓ Why write a motivation letter?

Your motivation letter should complement your CV and add extra insight.

The position

You

The company

Match made in heaven

Your qualities

SUPPLEMENT

Supplement CV info Repeat CV info

Your motivation

MATCH

You must always be considering the 3 key players and why combined they make perfect match!

Basically, sell yourself. Similar to your CV, LinkedIn etc.

PITCH

🚀 The 3 Core Elements

Motivation letter

🚀 The 3 Core Elements

After, you must consider these two questions:

⭐ Pre-writing stage

Motivation letter

• The position and tasks

• The company/organisation

• The skills required

2. What makes me the perfect person for this job?

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1. Why am I motivated for this??

Once you find a job opening you like, you first must read carefully the job description, anaysling:

⭐ Pre-writing stage

Motivation letters have four paragraphs

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Discuss your motivation

VWhat attracted you to applying to both this position and company?

Conclusion

Briefly summarise your points and thank them for their consideration. It can be nice to rephrase elements of your intro for effect.

Suitability

Now is the time to really sell yourself and convince the reader why you would be great for the job. Go through your arguments, and support them with examples and results.

Grab Attention

Employers don't take long looking at these letters, so you want to grab their attention right from the start! Try beginning with a short anecdote (short story) or personal experience, and finish your introduction with your goal, aim, or motivation.

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📝 The Structure of a Mot. Letter

Employeers will most likely glance or skim read your letter. Betweem half - 3/4 page

Motivation letter

Sign off

Thank you for your consideration.” "I look forward to hearing from you" "Sincerely" "Kind regards,"

-Show your enthusiam

Show your excitement for the position, but remember to be authentic.

-Focus on the future

your CV illustrates a lot of your experience, so use your letter to describe what you hope to achieve

Keep it short and concise

Opening (if you do not know their name)

Dear Sir/Madam, To whom it may concern,

Formal Writing

Watch your tone, no contractions etc

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Important things to consider when writing:

❗ Final trips and things to remember

❗ Final trips and things to remember

Motivation letter

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Upload your motivation letters to Jarvis or via email to your English coach. English coach 22/23 -> claire@bit-academy.nl

Remember to ask for feedback!

Good luck!