Candidates

How to Apply for ANY Position

• Always write a letter of introduction within your email versus attaching a separate document in addition to your resume.

• When assigning a document name to your resume, always make it last name and then first name, i.e. Jones, Bob.doc.  This will make your information much easier to locate for the potential employer or recruiter.

• If you are not qualified for the position for which you are applying, indicate the missing element in your email.  This will show that you have thoroughly reviewed the job   description and have a strong attention to detail.  The best way to approach this situation is to be honest with the person screening resumes.  They will appreciate your effort not to waste their time.

Following are a couple of examples on wording.

If you are missing one or two of the requirements:

• I would be interested to discuss this position with you.  However, I would like to draw something to your attention before we arrange any interviews or discussions.  My experience covers a number of industries, but unfortunately not the insurance industry.  If this is a definite requirement, then I am not the candidate you are looking for.  But, if the emphasis is on Project Management and communication, then I would most certainly like the opportunity to discuss this position with you.  I am very interested in the type of initiative that you have described and should other opportunities come up where you feel I might make a strong contribution, I would like to be placed under consideration.
  
  Attached is my resume for your review.

If you are not qualified at all:

• I am writing to you because upon review of your current opportunities and your corporate web site I would like to express a strong interest in working for (name of company).  I am not qualified for this position, however I would like to be considered for any other opportunities within your organization where you feel I might be a fit.  Thank you in advance for your time!

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