8. Complete the application letter using the following words and word combinations.

Further particulars, specialized in, enclosed my resume, to be considered for the position of, available for interview, having graduated from, have the opportunity, in a challenging international environment, hearing from you, to date, broaden my experience, as advertised.

Janet Martin 12 Hacourt Road LONDON SW1 18th November Mr. J. Muller 20__________ Export Manager Luxiphon Magdeburger Str. 250 10785 Berlin Dear Mr. Muller, I would like (1) __________ assistant to the Export Manager, (2) __________in the Times of November 1st. (3) __________ business school in 1989, where I (4) __________ international business, I began working for the marketing department of United Telecom. It was there that I came across your products for which I have always had a high regard. I would be delighted to (5) __________ to work for your company, in order to (6) __________ in the field of telecommunications (7) __________. (8) __________ which will give you (9) __________ of my career (10) __________. I am (11) __________ at any time, and would be happy to come to Berlin if necessary. I look forward to (12) __________. Yours sincerely, Janet Martin

9. Read the letter of application below and put the parts in the correct order.

1. I look forward to hearing from you,

2. First of all, I speak English well and I read and write it fluently. I passed the Cambridge First Certificate exam with a grade B and I am now preparing for the Proficiency exam. I am keen on sports: I am a member of the local swimming club, and also play basketball regularly. I don’t have any health problems.

3. In terms of experience, although I have never been a group leader before, I have attended several summer camps, and therefore understand the kind of work they do. I believe, I’m a good leader (I am President of my class at school) and last year I was captain of the basketball team.

4. Finally, I think I would make a good group leader because I am friendly and get on with people, especially children.

5. I am writing to apply for the job of group leader at the Sunny Days Camp in San Remo this summer. I would like to give you some details about myself.

6. I am available to work during the period 1-5 August.

7. Dear Mr. Vogels,

10. Choose one of the following advertisements and write your own application letter according to the layout. Find other advertisements to your speciality and write an application letter. Use the following tips while writing your cover letter.

Cover letter tips

1. Explain why you are sending a resume.

2. Tell specifically how you learned about the position or the organization.

3. Convince the reader to look at your resume. Call attention to elements of your background.

4. Reflect your attitude, personality, motivation, enthusiasm, and communication skills.

5. Provide or refer to any information specifically requested in a job advertisement that might not be covered in your resume.

6. Indicate what you will do to follow-up.

7. Mark why you would be a good job candidate for that organization based on the information.