Do the preparation task first. Then read the text and tips and do the exercises.
Preparation
To: recruitment@new-company.com
From: Susan Nelson
Subject: Digital Marketing Executive application
Dear Ms Jones,
I'm writing in response to your advertisement for a Digital Marketing Executive. My name is Susan Nelson and I'm a Social Media Marketing Assistant. I have had this job for the past two years and I believe I am the person you need for your new role.
The bulk of my work involves designing and implementing online marketing campaigns across a range of channels. I am very comfortable using analytics to assess campaign success and drive future initiatives. I work with a range of social media platforms and tools for digital marketing.
I have always worked in the retail industry and am familiar with the seasonal nature of business such as yours and have the skills to push your business forward through creativity and innovation. I would very much like the opportunity to both bring my experience and enthusiasm to this role while continuing to develop professionally and personally.
Following initial research into your company I very much feel we would be a good fit for each other and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you in person.
Please find attached my CV.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Susan Nelson
Tips
- Try to find out the name of the person hiring and address your cover letter to them.
- Start with a clear statement about who you are and the role you are applying for.
- Then give information about your current work (or studies if you are still a student).
- Mention how and why this experience is suited to the new company and role, including any transferable skills (= things you have learned that you will take with you to future jobs).
- End with a closing statement that suggests further contact.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Additional tips from me:
Dear Mr.Ben Brown, Hoping you're Fine
I'am Writing This E-mail In Order to Apply For A Job And Show My Services At Your Honorable Bank.
First, I Have To Introduce Myself . My Name Is Said Alhaj , I'm 23 Years Old Studying In Amman At the University Of Jordan , And My Major Is Business Economics As International Student , And This Is My Last Year At The University.
I Have A Very Good Experience Although To My Age And The Stage That I'am In.
I Got The [CEA] Certificate 4 Months Ago, And At This Period Studying For [CFA] Certificate And Looking Forward To Get The [FRM].
Please Find Attached C.V File.
I Look Forward To Hearing From You.
Yours sincerely.
Said Alhaj
Dear Ms. Nelson.
Your profile is fascinating and it is just what we are looking for. I think it is a great idea to start working with you as soon as possible.
However, I must warn you that we must complete tests before we can start the job you have asked for.
Once we have confirmed your profile, we would be happy to conduct a live or zoom interview, then you could attend a briefing and finally conduct a short test to determine if you are a good fit for the company.
At the end we will introduce you to the team.
Best regards.
Dear ms. Nelson
I am writing this letter in response to your job vacancy posting as UI Designer. My name is Fia and I have graduated from digital bootcamp for the past six months. As a junior UI Designer I have some portfolio in design and have the skills to push forward through creativity and innovation.
I would very much like the opportunity to both bring my experience and enthusiasm to this role while continuing to develop professionally and personally.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss this position with you.
Please find attached my CV.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Fia Mardia
Dear Marsha,
I am writing in response to your advertisment for a Teching assistent postition at ISK school. My name is Trang Nguyen and I have just finished the program "Teaching assistent like an international coach" at Alfa-college in Gronigen, The Netherlands. During my studying time I also have done my intership program at ISK, so I believe that I am the right person that you need for this new role.
The bulk of my program is about to study the cultural, custom and behaviour of students who come from different countries to live and study in The Netherlands. From that I support them to connect with Dutch teachers and on the way around. In my program, I also studied Dutch, English and Math, so I am able to cover the lessons if teachers are absent.
This program is work and study at the same time, that was my advantage because I received ton of experience while I was a student. Moreover, during the internship time, I have got many positive feedback from my team leader, my colleague and more important is from my pupils.
Following initial research into your company I very much feel we would be a good fit for each other and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the position with you in person.
Please find attached my CV.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Trang Nguyen
Dear Ms Jones
I'm writing in response your advertisement for a Physiotherapist position. My name is Neus Pons and I' m a Physiotherapist and Osteopath . I have had this job for the past 20 years and I believe I am the person you need for your new role.
The bulk of my work involves to do assessment and designing personalized treatments. I 'm very comfortable doing this task.
I have always worked in the retail company and familiar such as your business. I would very much like the opportunity to both bring my experience and enthusiasm to this role while continuing to develop professionally and personally.
Following initial research into your company I very much feel we would be a good fit for each other and I would welcome the opportunity to discuss the position with you in person.
Please find attached my CV.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Neus Pons
Dear, Mr João
I'm writting in response to your advertisement for cashier at Arlando´s supermarket.My name is Luiz Henrique, and I´m a administration student at Unieuro University for the past 2 years, and I believe that I have the skills for the role.
The bulk of my studies are about finances, data analystics, math counts, and people management.These subjects would be perfect to be developed in this job and I believe i would increased as a professional and also a human being.
I have always been interested about working with the public and I think this job opportunity will fit my expectations well towards gaining experience in this field.Therefore, I would be very happy if you guys contact me.
Please, find attached my CV
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Luiz Henrique
To: recruitment@new-company.com
From: Leandro Berrocal
Subject: English Education
Dear Mr Brown,
I'm writing to you about your advertisement for English Education. My name is Leandro Berrocal, and I am an excellent English teacher. I have had this job for the past four years and am sure I am the person you need for your company.
Most of my work involves teaching effectively and encouraging people to always do their best. I am perfect at using online dictionaries to find out the meaning of new words and putting images to make my class entertaining.
I work with a range of valuable platforms and tools for teaching.
I have taken many difficult European exams, such as IELTS and CAE. Fortunately, I passed both of them successfully. I have the skills to push your company forward through resilience and creativity without any issues. I would like to bring my experience and excitement to this role while continuing to develop professionally and personally.
Finally, thank you for reading this email. If you choose to hire me, I will be available for any information.
Please find attached my CV.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely,
Leandro Berrocal
Dear Ms. Jones,
I am Sumaya Kai, and I am writing to you because I have recently known that you are looking for a Graphic designer to hire in your company and I found it quite interesting. I have been practicing this job for three years now, and I have a good experience in it. I worked at two small businesses until now, and I am currently studying to get my master's certificate.
Through my work in these companies, I got many different skills. I am good at making the work more fun and entertainment, so I think I would suit your company very well. I will include my CV with this application so you can take a look and decide, and I hope that we will work together in the future.
If you would like to, we can meet and discuss face to face, because I would like to know more details about this job, like what are the skills I should have, the nature of this job, is it online or not, and so.
I am looking forward to getting your respond very soon.
With honesty,
Sumaya.
Do you have any tips for writing a good covering email?
No, actually I don't. This was the first time I heard of such a thing, maybe because I am still a student.
But it was such a lovely topic to learn about
Dear Luke,
I am emailing you because of my love for tutoring special-ed children. I have experience tutoring in Kindergarten and I want to take my career to the next level by officially becoming a tutor. I am the most experienced in teaching Kindergarten, but I would love to expand into teaching higher grades and different subjects. My favorite subject is math.
The biggest reason I want to become a special ed tutor is because I was a special ed kid myself. My mom tutored me and helped me surpass any expectations anyone had for me. I was considering becoming a teacher, but I prefer more one on one customized to each student classes.
from Kathryne Garland