Lesson 2ª: The Letter of Application


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The Letter of Application

The letter of application usually has the following layout. Four Paragraphs which explain the following:

1. Why you are writing

2. Why you are interested in the position

3. What you personally can contribute to the job - highlight your relevant skills and experience.

4. Willingness to attend an interview

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Exercise

Complete the following letter of application using the following verbs:

Contact / discuss / employed / welcome / involved / apply / enjoy / notice / advertised / matches

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Ms Swan,

I am writing to 1.___________ for the position of Public Affairs Associate, which was 2.__________ last week in The Guardian.

Although I am presently 3.________ by a non-profit making organisation, it has always been my intention to work in a commercial environment. I would particularly 4.________ the chance to work for your company and as you will 5.___________ on my enclosed Curriculum Vitae, the job you are offering 6.____________ both my personal and professional interests.

My work experience has familiarised me with many of the challenges 7._________ in Public Relations today. I am sure that this, together with my understanding of the needs and expectations of sport and nature enthusiasts, would be extremely relevant to the position. Moreover, as my mother is Spanish, I am fluent in this language and would definitely 8._______________ working in a Spanish-speaking environment.

I would be pleased to 9.___________ my curriculum vitae with you in more detail at an interview. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to 10.___________ me if you require further information.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely

Sarah Brown

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Sarah Brown
31 Hill Rise
Cuffley
Herts EN6 4RL

1st June 2005

Natalie Swan
House of Fraser
133 Oxford Street
London
NW1 HWR