Write an application letter for the post of librarian for a public library.

Write an application letter for the post of librarian for a public library.

Formal Letter Writing.

96, Sonia Apartment,

7G, Rainbow colony,

M.G. Road,

Dharavi,

Mumbai - 400017.

To,

The Manager,

The General Public Library,

Dadar (W),

Mumbai – 400 021.

Reference: Your advertisement in “The Times of India” dated .

Subject: Application letter for the post of Librarian.

Respected sir,

With reference to your advertisement for the post of librarian in “The Times of India” dated . I wish to apply for the same.

I am a very energetic person with excellent communication skills and ready to face any target set by your esteemed public library. I am willing to work hard and being young I am also eager to add knowledge with experience. I hold a M.Com degree from “University of Mumbai” and a Diploma in Library Science from “Indira Gandhi Open University”, New Delhi. I have also done computer courses like Basic, Tally – 9 as well as programming languages like C, C++ from NIIT, Matunga. I have 2 years’ experience as an assistant in the local library, Mahim.

My resume is sent with this letter, for your reference. I shall be much thankful to you, if you grant me an interview call at your convenient time. I am looking forward to joining your esteemed Public library as early as possible.

Thanking You,

Yours Faithfully,

Xyz.

Encl: - Resume and Xerox copy of educational certificates.

Difficult Words

  • Librarian: A person who works in or is in charge of a library.
  • Public Library: A library that is open to everyone in the community and usually paid for by public money.
  • Formal: Following official rules or customs; serious and proper.
  • Reference: Mentioning something; or, a person who can provide information about your abilities.
  • Advertisement: A public notice, often in a newspaper or online, to promote something or announce a job opening.
  • Esteemed: Highly respected and admired.
  • Diploma: A certificate given by a school, college, or university showing that a person has completed a course of study.
  • Resume: A short written account of your education, work experience, and qualifications, sent when applying for a job.
  • Experience: Knowledge or skill that comes from having done certain things.
  • Grant: To agree to give or allow (something asked for).
  • Convenient: Suitable for your needs or purposes; causing little trouble or difficulty.
  • Encl. (Enclosure): Something included in the envelope with a letter.
  • Xerox copy: A photocopy; a paper copy of a document made using a machine.