Summer Job Application Letter

Many students wish to utilize their vacation time. Organizations also come up with summer job opportunities for students. Since it is vacation time, the demand for services, certain products, etc. increases and organizations need additional manpower to cope with the increasing demand. They thus take in students who help them in their work and also earn some money in their free time. Many students opt for summer jobs not for money, but to gain work experience. They take up a job in the field in which they wish to pursue their career. This on-board experience gives them complete idea of their field of interest, and help them understand what they learn. To apply for a summer job you need to write a summer job application letter.

The application letter for summer job is similar to a job application letter. Let us discuss the format and tips to write an application letter.

Format of an application letter:

• The application letter is a formal letter and is written as per the formal letter format. It is precise, clearly mentions the required details, and is aimed to communicate the point directly.

• The language used in this letter is formal. It does not have more than four paragraphs, and each paragraph has only 2-3 sentences.

• The letter begins with the date, applicant's name and address on the top left hand side of the page. Below the applicant's address comes the reader's name and address.

• Subject line of an application letter is very important. It gives complete idea about your purpose of writing the letter in one line. This has to be specific and precise, and not move around the purpose but speak directly of the purpose.

• The body of the letter is divided in 3-4 paragraphs. The first paragraph is an introductory paragraph. The second paragraph justifies your application. The third paragraph speaks about the required documents attached with the letter and thank the reader for reading your letter.

• Write the 'enclosure' of the letter. In the enclosure, mention all the documents attached in a serial order.

To help understand the concept better, read the sample summer job application letter written by a student.

11th October, 2011
Zia Joy,
Garden Lake City,
Garden Hill Town,
Park Street,
California - 54631
Email: zia.joy@perk.com
Ph: 333 151214

To,
Mr. Jimmy Lorence,
Wal-Mart California,
California - 52041

Dear Mr. Lorence,

I am Zia Joy, and I wish to apply for the summer job opportunity with Wal-Mart. Mr. Jack working in the Operations department informed me about this opportunity, and I wish to use it to the fullest.

I am currently pursuing my Graduation in Retail Management, and wish to pursue my career in retail. Wal-Mart is the biggest retail chain in the world, and getting an opportunity to work with Wal-Mart while pursuing my studies would help me learn and understand the concepts of retail better. Besides, this opportunity will also help me save some money, and bear the expenses of my education that currently is totally my father's responsibility.

Wal-Mart every year takes up 50 students who get to work and learn the retail trend and culture practically. You also arrange for some lectures for students that help students clarify their doubts. Being a student of retail, I believe that this is a lifetime opportunity, and I also believe that with my hard work and dedication, I would succeed in getting selected to work full time with Wal- Mart, on completion of my studies.

I have attached my resume and some research papers along with this application. I have been studying the retail industry and have done loads of research to understand each aspect of this industry. Please review it carefully and give me a chance to meet you in person, to discuss the same.

Thank you in anticipation.

Regards,
(Signature)
Zia Joy

Enclosure:

1. Resume
2. Academic certificates
3. Research papers

This is a sample summer job application letter by a student. The reason for taking up a job might change. Some students might take up a job to earn and support their education, while some others would take up a job for some practical experience. The reason can be cited in the letter to communicate your interest in the job. Try writing this application letter next time when you think of applying for a summer job. Also, you can refer to General Application Letter and Grant Application Letter for more cover letter samples.