Resume and Application Letter

URL for my job advertisement: http://www.dfsgalleria.com/en/your-career-at-dfs/learning-and-development-management-trainee-program

 My Application Letter:

February 9, 2011

Huo Xiuxian
Bedok North Street 4, Blk 91 #06-1517, Singapore 460091
Mobile: 97612805
hxxc89@hotmail.com

HR Department

DFS Galleria Singapore

Dear HR Manager,

Re: Application for Global Management Trainee Programme (MTP)

I am writing to apply for the Management Trainee Programme offered by DFS. After visiting the DFS booth at the career fair held in my university earlier this year, I gained interest in the programme.

I will be graduating from the National University of Singapore (NUS) in July with a degree in Life Science. While my major may not be directly related to management, I believe that my dedication and my willingness to learn will help to create value for DFS. At NUS, I have developed an educational experience that has granted me knowledge, contact with students from all over the globe as well as the skills of expressing myself clearly. Through project work and involvement in group activities such as soccer, I have learnt the importance of teamwork and am confident of my skills in interpersonal communication. During my school vacations, I have worked in several companies, which granted me the experience of work, and where I acquired insight into the business field of retail operations, marketing, event work and customer service. As a result of these experiences, I am sure of my passion towards the field and hope to bring both skills and a fresh perspective to the team at DFS.

I am a self-driven team player who has always wanted to work in the international market. I am interested in fashion and beauty and am constantly updating myself on news from these fields. My career objectives are to give my best in a dynamic and challenging work environment, maximise my learning and to find fulfilment in the job. The training programme offered by DFS gives me the chance to fulfil this objective as well as an opportunity to gain exposure to different fields, people and knowledge. I am confident that my experiences and strong interest towards management will allow me to excel in the programme.

I would very much like the opportunity of an interview with you at your convenience. Enclosed below is my resumé. I will be available for work upon my graduation in July 2011.

I look forward to your response. Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Huo Xiuxian (Chloe)

My Resume:

Huo Xiuxian (Chloe)

Bedok North Street 4, Blk 91 #06-1517 Singapore 460091

Mobile Number: 97612805 Email: hxxc89@hotmail.com

Education

Bachelor of Science, Major in Life Science                              August 2008 to date
Faculty of Science, National University of Singapore
Expected date for completion of degree:                                          May 2011

GCE ‘A’ Level Cert                                                                          2007
Meridian Junior College

GCE ‘O’ Level Cert                                                                          2005
Anglican High School

Work Experience
L'oreal Singapore, Lancome                                                       November 2011
Lancome Roadshow Ambassador
Handled customers at roadshow, sales profits, and ushering.

INDITEX Group, Zara                                                                  May – July 2010
Assistant Sales Associate
Handled customers on the shop front, sales profits, merchandising and managing stock room duties.

Essential Venture Events Company, HSBC Bank                  January 2010
Assistant Promoter
Handled customers at roadshow, and ushering.

KC and Watsons, Distributor of Hills Pet Food                May - August 2009
Assistant Promoter and Merchandiser
Managed publicity of Hills, outlook and sales profits of pet food booths.

Monetary Authority of Singapore, MAS                              March – May 2008
Temporary Administrative Officer
Performed administrative tasks in allocated department and assisted in facilitation of trainings and workshops.

Singapore Telecommunications, Singtel     December 2007 – March 2008
Temporary Customer Service Officer
Answered calls pertaining fault reporting, catered to customers' requests, performed administrative duties of call recording.

Ministry of Transport, MOT                                                    December 2006
Traffic Counter
Calibrated human traffic flow at Orchard area during Christmas lighting period.

Marina Mandarin Hotel                                                           November 2006
Banquet Waitress
Served customers in buffet lunch and wedding banquets.

Awards & Honours
National Youth Achievement Award (Bronze)                             April 2005
Recognition of Outstanding Youths in aspects of Self-development

The University of New South Wales (Credit)                               2004
English International Competition for Schools


DanceWorks!, National Council against Drug Abuse                 2004
Participation in Anti-Drug Abuse Campaign as a dancer

National Survival Swimming Award (Gold)                                 April 2002

Royal Academy of Dance, England                                             March 2002
Graded Examinations in Classical Ballet, Grade Four

Leadership Experience/CCA
Open House, NUS                                                                       To date, 2011
Student Marshall

Class Coordinator, Meridian Junior College                                 2007
Coordinated design and ordering of class tee shirts

Chingay Festival, Meridian Junior College                                   2006
Participant

Female Soccer Team, Meridian Junior College       January 2006 – December 2007
Central Defender

Girl Guides, Anglican High School                          January 2002 – December 2005
Treasurer

Others

Language: Fluent in English and Chinese (Mandarin)

IT Skills: Proficient in MS Office Applications

Interests: Running, movies, traveling, beauty and fashion, technology

Interpersonal conflict

I feel that  interpersonal conflicts are unavoidable in everyday situations- whether at work, at home, or between friends. This is because everyone has a different train of thought and opinions on different issues.

To me, conflicts are essential for growth of the relationship between people. In fact, a relationship with frequent conflict may be healthier than one with no observable conflict. This is because to me, conflict gives people the chance to understand and accept the differences between each other.

For example, my boyfriend and I often disagree over issues, small or big. While it is true that sometimes our differences regarding several issues bring about conflicts and we may feel displeasure towards each other, ultimately we always manage to resolve the issue by talking it out calmly and reaching a compromise with each other. At the end of the day, these conflicts and disagreements allow us to understand each other's perspectives and the relationship grows stronger. Thus, I feel that conflicts, when managed properly, allow for growth of relationships between people as it allows us to learn more about and then accept the differences between people.

I'm thankful that in my relationship with my boyfriend thus far, we have managed to overcome our conflicts and have come out stronger after each conflict we had. However, sometimes, when not handled properly, conflicts can cause resentment, hostility and perhaps the ending of the relationship, which can be quite scary and heart-breaking. :(

It is therefore very important that conflict is handled properly so that it can be productive – leading to deeper understanding, mutual respect and closeness between people. The dynamics of a relationship depends not so much on the number of conflicts between participants, but on how the conflicts are resolved.

To me, I feel that effective communication and attitude play big roles in managing conflicts. Thus, here are 3 tips which I feel may be useful for managing interpersonal conflicts:

1) Always try to calm down before speaking to the other party. Anger often causes us to say hurtful things that we may not actually mean.

2) Always remember that everyone bears flaws. With this mindset, we won't be so harsh towards others (:

3) Always try to resolve conflicts on the day itself. Don't go to bed with a belly full of anger because that's not healthy for the relationship, or yourself.

These tips are just some views from my own experience.
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