computer shop owners/workers

[killcrazy]

hey guys,
tomorow i am goning to apply to a couple of local computer shops for work or work experience beacuse it is a career i wish to do.
below is a letter which will be attached to my CV and would like any comments on how it could be better.
bare in mind im 18...

To Whom It May Concern:
   
I am currently training from home for a Net Pro A+ System Engineer qualification. On completion of this course I will begin training for a Net Pro N+ Network Engineer qualification and ultimately a MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) qualification.

I am currently revising for my A+ course exam and have learnt a lot about PC Hardware, advanced configuration, operating systems, troubleshooting and maintenance. The course has widened my already broad knowledge of PC's and PC configuration and I feel that I have enough experience of upgrading, troubleshooting and installing to begin a career in computing.
   
As I study from home, I wish to expand my practical experience and enforce what I have already learnt which will help me progress with my further qualifications.

I would appreciate it if you took a moment to read through my CV and consider me for a position in your company.

Yours Faithfully,

cheers guys
KC

[Dingo]

If your'e only 18 I'm sure Benny already has you bare in his mind!


....given that the majority of small pc shop owners are probably looking for a trainee with limited experience (read, it's cheaper on the payscale) you may well frighten them off with what appears to be a rather formal letter (don't get me wrong, if you were applying to IBM or such like it would be great) so you might want to "soften" the approach.....more along the lines of "It would be great to get some hands on experience to backup my theoretical knowledge and you would get an extremelycompetent assisstant who requires little training (win-win situation)".


Remember these are "real" people and not Organisations, and more importantly HR Departments, so you need to communicate at their level.

As long as you understand that the pay may not be what you will "expect" when you are qualified but that you get what you need (invaluable experience) then I'm sure you will get some takers.

Good luck with the job hunting

[Benny]

I'd rephrase it ever so slightly...but with all these things, it's subjective, go with what you're happy with. The only thing I would say is to get to the point quickly, whoever is reading it wants you to save them time and get straight to the point. They probably won't read the rest of the letter unless you can catch them straight away.

Oh and good luck!

or Sir/Madam - Much better if you get a name


I would appreciate it if you took a moment to read through my CV and consider me for a position in your company.

I have a broad experience a variety of PC Hardware, advanced configurations and operating systems involving troubleshooting and maintenance.

I am also currently studying for a Net Pro A+ System Engineer qualification with a view to achieving an MCSA (Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator) qualification.
The course has helped reinforce my knowledge I feel that I have enough experience of upgrading, troubleshooting and installing to pursue a career in computing.

I have contacted you as

I am looking for an opportunity to expand my practical experience and enforce what I have already learnt which will help me progress further technically and academically.


Yours sincerely,

[Benny]

And having re-read that it's local shops and not HR as Dingo rightly says....

why not walk in, dress smart and introduce yourself, they are usually friendly local family run things, get in there, you've got nothing to lose.

[Apoc]

Originally posted by Benny@Oct 18 2005, 10:23 PM
And having re-read that it's local shops and not HR as Dingo rightly says....

why not walk in, dress smart and introduce yourself, they are usually friendly local family run things, get in there, you've got nothing to lose.

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As an ex-manager of "ye olde pc shoppe" on the corner   :withstupid:

[killcrazy]

cheers guys,
thanks for the help.

i just hope i dont have to ride around on my motorbike in the poring rain (as its forcasted) tomorow so i dont look like a drowned rat :| lol

so i only need to make it "more to the point" if it was a larger company?

[Anonymous]

Originally posted by killcrazy@Oct 18 2005, 09:37 PM
cheers guys,
thanks for the help.

i just hope i dont have to ride around on my motorbike in the poring rain (as its forcasted) tomorow so i dont look like a drowned rat :| lol

so i only need to make it "more to the point" if it was a larger company?

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if you do end up like a drowned rat you can use that to your advantage. Tell the guy it will be worth it if you get the job.

Oh and GL

[Benny]

Originally posted by BlueBall@Oct 18 2005, 10:41 PM
if you do end up like a drowned rat you can use that to your advantage. Tell the guy it will be worth it if you get the job.

Oh and GL

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Just before I go to bed, I've been interviewing people this week and one thing I hate - limp handshakes - can't stand 'em, shake hands, not brush cold damp palms.

Oh and be normal. They want you, not the other way around, it would be in their interests to hire you, they should do as much selling as you.

EDIT - I was going to correct the way that first sentence sounds, but this is the seriously forum so I'm untouchable. (I always interview just beofre bed, usually whilst I'm in the bath)

[Blunt]

So that's a firm soapy handshake....got it?

oh & GL

[Dingo]

Originally posted by Benny@Oct 18 2005, 10:01 PM
Just before I go to bed, I've been interviewing people this week and one thing I hate - limp handshakes - can't stand 'em, shake hands, not brush cold damp palms.

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Amen to that!!

was going to tell you a joke about limp handshakes but I think it may end up in compost corner :unsure: ....hallelujah for the Human Rights and pc brigade....the World is a better place for them :blink:  :roflmao:  :roflmao:

[killcrazy]

thanks for all your help guys.
i will get back to your tomorw and tell you how it went.

KC

/cockney slang off

[Anonymous]

Last piece of advice:

Be yourself and remember that the guy interviewing you may be as nervous as you

[Anonymous]

Oh and get an early night  :narnar:

[A Twig]

Personally I prefer to include my CV in a traditional CV format, then include a personalised cover letter to whoever I am trying to persuade to give me a job, but I don't know what y'all think of that. GL matey, you'll be fine, this whole interview thing is over-hyped!

[DuVeL]

Good luck hunting, give a shout if you need backup.