英語の志望動機|そのまま使える例文と書き方完全ガイド
(監修)中嶋 竜之介
株式会社ソマリ 代表取締役
ミスミ、リクルート、Amazon Japanを経て、転職エージェントである株式会社ソマリを創業。
独立後、4期目で転職成功支援者数は100名超。
Amazon、リクルートなどの大手有力企業への紹介実績と人事コネクションを強みに、あなたのキャリアをサポートいたします。
Motivation for Application
I am applying for this position because it offers an opportunity to leverage my professional experience while continuing to grow and take on new challenges.
Through my previous roles, I have developed strong skills in [your key skills / field], and I am motivated to apply this expertise in an environment where I can create meaningful impact.
I am particularly drawn to your company because of its [mission / products / strengths], and I believe my background aligns well with your objectives.
② 成長・挑戦を前面に出す
【記事概要】
① 王道・最も無難(迷ったらこれ)
Motivation for Application
I am applying for this position because it offers an opportunity to leverage my professional experience while continuing to grow and take on new challenges.
Through my previous roles, I have developed strong skills in [your key skills / field], and I am motivated to apply this expertise in an environment where I can create meaningful impact.
I am particularly drawn to your company because of its [mission / products / strengths], and I believe my background aligns well with your objectives.
② 成長・挑戦を前面に出す
Reason for Applying for This Role
I am interested in this role as it represents a natural next step in my career.
I have built a solid foundation in [specific experience or domain], and I am eager to further expand my skills by taking on greater responsibility.
Your company’s focus on [innovation / growth / global impact] strongly resonates with my career goals.
③ 即戦力・マッチ度重視(採用側向け)
Why I Am Interested in This Position
I am highly motivated to apply for this position because my experience closely matches the requirements of the role.
I have hands-on experience in [key skills / responsibilities], enabling me to contribute effectively from an early stage.
I am excited about the opportunity to support [specific business or project] and deliver tangible results.

④ 短くてスマート(外資・面接向き)
Motivation
I applied for this role because it aligns well with my experience in [field] and my desire to contribute to a company that values [key value].
I believe I can add value while continuing to grow professionally.
⑤ 少しフォーマル(書類提出で好印象)
Statement of Motivation
I am seeking an opportunity where I can utilize my experience while continuing to develop my professional skills.
I believe this position will allow me to contribute effectively to the organization while growing alongside the team.
💡タイトル選びの目安(重要)
- 外資・英語面接 → Motivation / Why I Am Interested in This Role
- 応募フォーム・履歴書 → Motivation for Application / Statement of Motivation
- カジュアル面談・LinkedIn → Why I Am Interested in This Position