It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. The day when your interviewer will ask to see a statement of purpose (sop) or personal statement that you submitted into the application process. This is where they get to know more about you and what your interests are as well as why they should hire you.
Every company has different requirements, but these guidelines should help you write an effective SOP. If you have any questions or need some help with writing, contact me through the website Help In Homework or by email. Good luck with your job search!
A Statement of Purpose Isn’t Just A Piece of Paper, It’s a Brand
ing Opportunity
Some companies will ask for a statement of purpose, while others won’t. It depends on the company and the position. If you’re applying to an agency or consulting company, they may be asking for a statement of purpose. This is because they want to know more about you and what your skills are so that they can help find a job in which you’ll be well-suited.
On the other hand, if you’re applying for an entry-level position or internship, it’s unlikely that this is something that will require one. There are a variety of reasons why people might not ask for one: They might not want applicants to have an advantage over others who don’t need to submit one; it might take too much time and effort, or it might be obvious what qualifications someone has without needing to highlight them with their own words.
Regardless of whether your company does or doesn’t request this step in the application process, here are some things to consider when writing your statement:
1) What makes me stand out?
2) Why do I want this job?
3) My strengths and weaknesses as they apply to this job/company?
4) Why should someone hire me
How to Write an Effective Statement of Purpose
The statement of purpose is a powerful tool that can transform your application into an in-person recruitment opportunity. It’s what’s going to get the interviewers’ attention and make the difference between you being hired or not.
A lot of times, people are nervous about writing their statement of purpose because they feel like it’s too much pressure to write an effective SOP. Remember, this is something that will help you get your foot in the door. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, take a deep breath and read over these basics on how to write a good one!
Choose your audience
Who is the intended audience for your statement of purpose? These might be potential employers, college admissions officers, or graduate school admission officials who will be reading this document and evaluating you based on it. Ensure your target audience is clear because if you aren’t targeting specifically who will read it, then you’ll end up with a generic account that has no value for them.
**Note: Make sure your statement of purpose is targeted towards individual companies and organizations rather than mass audiences!**
Write a compelling opening sentence
This opening sentence should grab the reader’s attention and make them want to continue reading more about you. This sentence also sets up what
5 Tips for Writing Your Statement of Purpose
- Be concise
- Avoid cliches
- Include a short paragraph of why you are qualified to get the job
- Don’t use passive voice
- Check out these tips at CareerBuilder:
Conclusion
A Statement of Purpose is your opportunity to tell a story about who you are and what you are looking for as an intern. It’s an opportunity to show your personality and ask the right questions to get you the internship that is just right for you.
If you want to learn more about having the best statement of purpose, here are a few tips to help you write yours:
- Don’t just write a list of skills, talk about why those skills are important to you
- Answer the questions that got you excited about interning in the first place
- Make your statement of purpose stand out with a creative introduction
- Don’t forget to highlight your strengths and why you’re the best fit for this position
