General English Level 6 Version 2.1 © 2004 acl Pty Ltd GELEV6 Unit 03 Topic 04.doc PRACTICE 02a A covering letter When you are applying for a job, your covering letter is very important. A covering letter is an introduction to your potential employer and is the first impression they will have of you. Practise completing this covering letter. 1. Look at the letter 2. Read the words in the table. 3. Write each word in the correct place in the letter. 4 The Drive Harrow MIDDLETON SUSSEX HA5 4SA _________________ Dr Steven Johns Accolab Wayland Drive NEWTON ABBOT DEVON DA7 4GN Re: Laboratory Assistant Ref NS 201 Dear _________________ I am writing with reference to your recent ___________________ in New Scientist for a Laboratory Assistant Grade 1 (Ref. NS201). I have recently completed my BSc ____________ in Biochemistry (Toxicology) with Honours from the University of Surrey. As you can see from my CV, I can offer a lot of relevant ____________________ including the use of computer modelling in medical research. I am familiar with common laboratory procedures and equipment. In addition to my technical experience I have excellent communication ____________ having given several presentations at University and at work. I am very ______________apply my skills and experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry. I ___________________ hearing from you and would welcome the opportunity to discuss my application in greater detail. Yours _______________________ _______________________ Sandra Persons (Miss) degree keen to Dr Johns look forward to 01 March 2002 experience, skills, sincerely Sandra Persons advertisement 86