Title: Module 2 Introduction
Course: Canvas Practice Course > Section: Module 2 - Applying for a job

Module 2: Writing To Get the Job

Introduction

We begin with the practice of technical writing for personal business documents. One of the most important “technical” documents a person ever writes is a job application. This module will focus on creating an application package that includes a letter of application and/or inquiry and a current resume of your education and employment history.  It is especially important to emphasize that these documents must be letter-perfect, free of any errors in spelling and grammar and free of typos.

Students must understand that an application for employment creates the first impression of a prospective employee. Errors on an application package suggest that the candidate's work ethic and skills may be less than those desirable by the employer. This module offers excellent opportunity to emphasize the importance of proofreading in submission of all technical documents. Likewise, this module opens the door for examination of ethical communication practices from the beginning of the employer-employee relationship, suggesting great opportunity for group discussion of honesty workplace communication and practice.