Practice

1. PHOTOCOPIABLE © Cambridge University Press 2015
Writing practice Unit 5
A letter of application
1 Put the paragraphs of this job application letter in order.
A As you will see from my CV, I have also had invaluable experience of working on an internet radio station during the holidays.
Working as a volunteer at XP Radio has given me the chance to see all different aspects of the radio industry, and to demonstrate
that I am both reliable and hard-working.
B Yours faithfully,
C I am writing to apply for the position of production assistant at Sh! Radio that was advertised on your website. As requested, I am
enclosing my CV, which includes references and my contact details.
D I am hoping to graduate in Sound Production in June, and think that the practical experience and knowledge I have gained on the
course would make me an ideal candidate.
E Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
F Dear Sir / Madam,
1 2 3 4 5 6
Write!Write!
Step 1
Here are three exam questions. Choose one to write. Before you start writing, look at Steps 2–4.
• ‘GZ Music magazine is looking for an office assistant. Tasks to include answering the phone, welcoming visitors, and general
administration duties. Covering letter and CVs to Jane Pickard.’ Apply for this job.
• Write a formal letter to your local council applying for a job as a volunteer at a local music festival.
• Apply for the job of Student Film Reviewer, which you have seen advertised on a university website.
Step 2
Brainstorm your ideas. What information do you need to include in the two main paragraphs? Make notes in your notebook.
Step 3
Which of the following are appropriate ways to open and close if you don’t know the name of the person you are writing to?
1 To whom it may concern, 4 Yours,
2 Mr / Mrs, 5 Yours faithfully,
3 Dear Sir / Madam, 6 Yours sincerely,
Step 4
Write your letter. Don’t forget to check that you have used formal language.
2 Using the language from Exercise 1, rewrite these phrases
so that they are formal enough for a job application letter.
1 Hi there!
2 The things I did in my last job mean I’d be great at this one.
3 I’m writing for the job you’ve got.
4 Thanks for thinking about me.
5 My CV is here and you can find all the info you need.
6 All the best.
3 Choose the best answers to complete the sentences.
1 I am friendly and I am in addition / also very helpful.
2 Additionally, / In addition to I have had experience working
with children.
3 In addition to / Also, I have lots of patience and I enjoy
explaining things.
4 Additionally, / In addition to my experience, I am a qualified
tennis trainer.