Materi Surat Lamaran Pekerjaan Kelas 12 SMA/SMK | Bahasa Indonesia Bagian 2

Summary

This video, presented by Arisan Nuraini, provides a detailed guide on how to write a job application letter correctly. It covers the structure and key components of the letter, such as the date, recipient's address, opening greeting, introductory paragraph, main content including the applicant's identity and purpose, and the closing sections. The importance of neat handwriting, proper formatting, and the inclusion of relevant documents is emphasized. The video also highlights common mistakes to avoid, aiming to help viewers craft a professional and effective job application letter.

Takeaways

• ✍️ A job application letter should be handwritten, neat, and free of corrections or scribbles.
• 📅 The letter must start with the place and date, written with capital letters where necessary (e.g., Semarang, Bangka Belitung).
• 📄 The subject and attachments must be clearly written; abbreviations should be avoided. For example, write out 'four sheets' instead of '4'.
• 🏢 Address the letter to the appropriate recipient using 'Yth.' (which means 'To the Honorable'), without including titles like Mr. or Mrs.
• 👋 The opening greeting should be written as 'Dengan hormat,' with a capital 'D' and ending with a comma.
• 🔍 The opening paragraph should mention the source of the job information, whether it’s from an ad, a person, or your own initiative.
• 📝 The main content of the letter should include your identity, purpose for applying, and any supporting documents attached.
• 🙋‍♂️ The closing paragraph should express your enthusiasm and interest in the job.
• 💌 End the letter with a closing salutation, such as 'Hormat saya,' followed by your signature and full name.
• 🖋️ When signing, use capital letters for the first letter of each name, and include any relevant academic titles after your name.

Q & A

What are the essential components of a job application letter mentioned in the video?

The essential components include the place and date of the letter, subject and attachments, recipient address, opening salutation, opening paragraph, main content of the letter (including the applicant's identity, purpose, and attachments), closing statement, closing salutation, and the applicant's signature with their full name.

Why is it important to write the job application letter by hand, as suggested in the video?

Writing the job application letter by hand is important because it demonstrates the applicant's effort, neatness, and attention to detail. It also ensures that the letter is clean, legible, and free from excessive corrections.

How should the place and date of the letter be written according to the video?

The place should start with a capital letter, and the date should be written using numbers, with the month also starting with a capital letter. The place and date should be separated by a comma and not end with a period.

What should be included in the 'subject' and 'attachments' sections of the letter?

The 'subject' should indicate the purpose of the letter, such as 'Job Application,' and the 'attachments' should list all the documents included with the letter, such as CVs, certificates, and copies of other relevant documents. The number of attachments should be written out in words, not numbers.

What is the correct way to address the recipient of the job application letter?

The recipient should be addressed with 'Yth.' (abbreviation for 'Yang Terhormat'), followed by their title and name if known, without using 'Bapak' or 'Ibu.' The address should be concise, ideally not exceeding three lines.

What are some examples of appropriate opening salutations for a job application letter?

An appropriate opening salutation would be 'Dengan Hormat,' with 'D' capitalized and followed by a comma.

What types of information can be included in the opening paragraph of a job application letter?

The opening paragraph can include the source of the job information, such as an advertisement, a referral, an official announcement, a request from a school, or the applicant's own initiative.

What details should be included in the 'identity' section of the main content of the letter?

The 'identity' section should include the applicant's full name, place and date of birth, last educational qualification, and current address.

How should the applicant express their enthusiasm for the job in the closing statement?

The applicant should convey their eagerness and hopefulness about the job opportunity, expressing a strong desire to contribute and be part of the organization.

What is the correct way to sign off at the end of the job application letter?

The sign-off should include a closing salutation like 'Hormat Saya,' followed by the applicant's signature and full name. If the applicant holds a degree, it should be included after their name, formatted correctly with capital letters and punctuation.