Ex.3.Which of these endings to job application letters are most (least) effective? Why? Which encourage the reader to look favourably on the application?

Dear Sirs,

Referring to your advertisement in the Cambridge Evening News on Monday 9th September I wish to apply for the job of a commercial banker.

. . .

In order to improve my English skills I would like to work for about two years in England and I think the position as a junior commercial banker would fit with my imagination. I am ready for further discussions. Give me a ring or write to me.

Yours faithfully,

__________________________________

Dear Sirs,

I would like to apply for the post of International Corporate Finance Manager, advertised in last Tuesday's Daily Telegraph.

. . .

I have a good knowledge of English and German, and I am learning Spanish.

I enclose my curriculum vitae and will be available for interview any day after September 1. My present position is subject to one month's notice.

I look forward to your reply.

Yours faithfully,

__________________________________

Dear Sir or Madam,

I should like to apply for the post of assistant manager in your Sales Development Department, Far East, advertised recently in the Financial Times.

. . .

Besides my mother tongue, German, I can also speak English and Japanese fairly well.

If you feel that my qualifications meet your requirements, I shall be pleased to come for an interview.

Please find enclosed a curriculum vitae, educational reports and certificates of training.

Yours faithfully,

_____________________________________

Dear Mr Barnwell,

I am a 24 year-old girl and I am interested in your advertisement for the job of secretary/receptionist advertised in yesterday's newspaper.

. . .

I can type and take shorthand, I enjoy contact with people and I am a willing and responsible person.

I am very interested in the job you are offering and reckon myself to be the right person for it.

I look forward to hearing from you,

Yours sincerely,

____________________________________

Ex.4.What kind of letters do employers like to receive? Tick what you think correct.

§ correctly spelled

§ containing your life history

§ friendly

§ detailing relevant experience

§ detailing your failures

§ detailing your qualifications

§ long and chatty

§ short and to the point

Read this letter. Do you think the writer will get the job? Why?

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Ex.2. Read the following letter of application and replace the underlined sentences with more appropriate ones from ex.1.	\|	Note down what you think is right and what is wrong with J. Henderson’s letter.

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