How to Write a Proposal for Job Changes

Changing positions gives you a chance to show another skill set and professionalism to a company.

Switching jobs within a company could be as lengthy of a process as getting a new job in a different company. Knowing how to write the proposal letter will do half of the work for you. If you can write an effective proposal letter, it will catch the attention of your superiors and will give you a better chance of getting recognized as someone who wants to advance in the company. Proposal letters can be short and to the point and still be as effective as a lengthy, wordy letter.

Things You'll Need

• Pen
• Paper
• Computer
• Printer

Instructions

How to Write a Job Change Proposal Letter

1. Research the position that you want. Knowing the in's and out's of the position will demonstrate your enthusiasm for the position. Know the differences between the position you hold now and the position you want to hold.

2. Collect a list of management names so you know who to give a copy of the letter to.

3. Hand-write the rough draft, thus facilitating the process of adding and subtracting notes, as needed.

4. Include at least three paragraphs. The first will be an introduction of your skills and how you benefit the company; the second one will be the description of the position you are interested in; and the third will be an explanation of how you can benefit the company within this position.

5. Type the letter with the proper business proposal format. Include the following: 1) a greeting; 2) expression of appreciation to the readers for their consideration; 3) and a closing. Spell check and edit the letter again after it is done.

Tips & Warnings

• Use a pen and paper to write a rough draft before you type your proposal letter. This draft will give you a chance to add notes and to read and reread in order to get a solid foundation for the letter.

• Make plenty of copies for all management and their team.

• Spell check and edit the document many times, read the letter out loud and save all changes.

• Do not write a letter that exceeds one page. The bosses are busy people; if your letter is too long, they may just glance over the letter and not take the time to read it. Keep the letter short and to the point.

References

• Write a Job Proposal That's More Than Modest
• How to Write a Proposal Cover Letter