This time the text is about a cover letter, read it carefully.

When applying for a job a cover letter or an application letter should be sent or posted with your resume or CV. Your cover letter should be specific to the position you are applying for, relating your skills and experience to those noted in the job posting. Your cover letter is your first (and best) chance to make a good impression!

An effective cover letter should explain the reasons for your interest in the organization and in the job you are applying for. Take the time to review cover letter examples, then make sure that your letter explains how your skills relate to the criteria listed in the job posting.

Think of the heading to the text and express its general idea in one or two sentences.

18. Work with your partner. Study the sample cover letter (job application letter).

Sample Job Application Letter

Mr. George Gilhooley
XYZ Company
87 Delaware Road
Hatfield, CA 08065
(909) 555-5555

08/14/2009

Dear Mr. Gilhooley,

I am writing to apply for the programmer position advertised in the Times Union. As requested, I am enclosing a completed job application, my certification, my resume and three references.

The opportunity presented in this listing is very interesting, and I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me a very competitive candidate for this position. The key strengths that I possess for success in this position include:

· I have successfully designed, developed, and supported live use applications

· I strive for continued excellence

· I provide exceptional contributions to customer service for all customers

With a BS degree in Computer Programming, I have a full understanding of the full life cycle of a software development project. I also have experience in learning and excelling at new technologies as needed.

Please see my resume for additional information on my experience.

I can be reached anytime via my cell phone, 555-555-5555. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about this employment opportunity.

Sincerely,

FirstName LastName

Work in pairs. Correct wrong statements.

1. Leaving school is a time of new freedoms and opportunities.

2. Leaving school is a time to make decisions we have made before.

3. School-leavers go to University or to a college just for one reason which is to have chances in the lottery of employment.

4. A growing number of companies provide some part-time study paid for by the employer.

5. It`s really important to realize what you are good at, not so good at, what sort of things you want to do and can do when you look for a job.

6. The data on your personal experience in CV should be presented in reverse order.

7. There are no definite rules for applying by letter.

8. When you ring up about a job you cannot know what you have to say and how to say it.

Speech Practice