Persuasive Email

Humanities

The Scenario

For this assignment you will be composing a persuasive job application email.

In the email you are applying for a job relevant to your current skills. You must identify the specific job title in the subject line and first paragraph.

Preparation

Research email etiquette on credible websites to learn about subject lines, professional salutations, proper tone, white space, standard font style and size (12), and so on.
Review 21st century skills that employers value:

Reading skills
Writing skills
Speaking and listening skills
Technology literacy
Reasoning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Work ethic
Collaboration skills
Positive attitude
Self-directed and lifelong learning
Accountability, responsibility, and adaptability

Composing the Email

The persuasive email should include a subject line, formal language and tone, correct grammar and spelling, a salutation, 3 paragraphs (introduction, body, conclusion), and courteous closing. The body of the email should address several of the 21st century skills as well as your plan for continued education/lifelong learning. The skills and plan content must be accurate/true.

The Attached documents contains the email template that you should use.