1. Skills
  2. Writing
  3. A2 writing
  4. An email cover letter

An email cover letter

An email cover letter

Learn how to write a cover letter or email to respond to a job advert.

Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.

Preparation

Grouping_MjI3MjQ=

Reading text

From: Laura Mazzanti
To: David Kelly, HR Manager
Subject: Application for sales manager position

Dear Mr Kelly,

I am writing in response to the job advertisement on the ABC Jobs website for the position of sales manager.

I have five years of experience in sales. For the last three years, I have worked as a team leader, managing a team of 20 sales assistants in a large store. I have experience in hiring, training and managing staff. I have good communication skills and I can speak Italian, Spanish and English.

I have attached my CV with more information about my background and qualifications.  

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Best regards,

Laura Mazzanti

Tips

  1. Be specific in the subject line and say what job you are applying for.
  2. Start your email with Dear Mr/Mrs/Ms + person's surname.
  3. Say where you saw the advertisement.
  4. Say which job you're applying for. You can use the sentence I'm writing in response to the job advertisement for the position of … .
  5. Write a short paragraph to say why you're suitable for the job. Mention your education, qualifications, work experience or skills.
  6. Attach a CV (also known as a résumé in the USA) with more information about your qualifications and background.
  7. End by saying I look forward to hearing from you soon or I hope to hear from you soon.
  8. Sign off with Best regards or Best wishes.

Task 1

Exercise

Task 2

Exercise

Task 3

Exercise

Discussion

What kind of information would you include in your CV or résumé?

Download
Worksheet97.68 KB
Try another writing

Language level

A2 - Pre-intermediate

Topics

jobs and work
Average: 4.4 (5 votes)
Do you need to improve your English writing skills?
Join thousands of learners from around the world who are improving their English writing skills with our live online classes and personal tutoring courses.
Find out more

Submitted by jeyceline on Mon, 01/02/2021 - 03:01

Permalink
I think the CV have to include some points like your identity, your contact, your skills, the working experience, educational background and the certificate.

Submitted by German on Fri, 29/01/2021 - 01:10

Permalink
I include in my CV information like my professional profile, degrees, work experience, courses. I include too language skills.

Submitted by marina_minsk2021 on Mon, 11/01/2021 - 08:01

Permalink
In my CV I would include information about education, job experience and skills corresponding to the desired position. I would write about instructor's experience if I want to work as an instructor, and I would write about copywriter's and journalist's experience if I seek a job for writers.
Profile picture for user Khin Yee Mon Khaing

Submitted by Khin Yee Mon Khaing on Fri, 25/12/2020 - 04:55

Permalink
My skills, qualifications, work experience, and personal information include my CV or resume.

Submitted by Soulma on Mon, 21/12/2020 - 20:36

Permalink
In a CV, we should inculde professional information such as: educations, qualifications and experiences, and of course not forget to add some details like your hobbies and skills.

Submitted by Minh on Mon, 21/12/2020 - 18:15

Permalink
I'm writing a letter let you know that I can't attend class for the next week. Because I had an accident and I hurt my back. Now I have to use medicine for two weeks, and I 've attached a copy from doctor's certification.

Submitted by Anhvu on Tue, 01/12/2020 - 15:53

Permalink
If i write a résumé to apply a work. I will introduce all about myself. The first, my quatification is journalism. I have two years of experience in news. I want to candidate position of a social reporter. The second, for five years, i want to go to abroad to be a resident reporter. Best regards. AnhVu

Submitted by Raul_dmg on Tue, 17/11/2020 - 23:45

Permalink
In my opinion, you have to introduce your self properly and explain which position you are applying for and where you saw the advertisement. Then, in order to get the recruiters´s attention, you should let Them Know why are you interested in the position and their company plus talk about your personal and professional skills by giving some examples about your achievements, otherwise they could think your are not being honest at all and reject you as a candidate. To Finish, I think would be a good idea if you thank the recruiters for reading and taking time to value your application.

Submitted by khalidait on Sat, 14/11/2020 - 13:43

Permalink
Hi.MS lhadawiya i am writing in response to your job advertisement

Submitted by Moon Wathan on Tue, 13/10/2020 - 14:32

Permalink
In a resume, especially include name, father name, NRC number, date of birth, address, phone number, email address, education background and work experience.