by Suncilla
When writing a motivation letter, it is best to condense everything into 3 paragraphs as most positions typically have a 1-page length requirement. The first paragraph should be an introduction about you. Basic information such as who you are, your educational background, and motivation followed by your most recent/current position (and if you are a student, it is very helpful to include where and what you study, and when you have or will be graduating). Conclude this paragraph with your motivation to apply for the position, why are you interested in taking on this particular position and why this organisation? The second paragraph should highlight your relevant past experiences, what have you already done related to the position? Talk about this experience in depth and feel free to express any positive sentiments associated with the experience to demonstrate your enthusiasm. The final paragraph should summarise why you believe you are a good candidate, what you bring to the table and conclude with a closing sentence such as: “I look forward to meeting with you and discussing my qualifications in further detail” or “Thank you for the opportunity to apply for this position”.
