Lengua extranjera y su didáctica II: Inglés

A COVERING EMAIL
STRUCTURE
• Date, Name of the person from the company, Company name, Address, City
• Dear Mr. / Ms. Smith (Last name): If you know the name
• To whom you may concern: If you don’t know the name

 Opening paragraph
 Body paragraphs
 Closing paragraph

• Sincerely: When you know the name

• Faithfully: When you don’t know the name
Don’t forget to write your name and surname at the end!
 PA R A G R A P H S
 Opening paragraph
 Introduce yourself and the purpose of your letter.
 Write why you want to work at that organization
 State what position you are applying for

 Body paragraphs
 Introduce the skills that prove that you’re a good fit
 Choose one to two or examples/stories that illustrate how you used those skills.

 Closing paragraph
 Thank the hiring manager for their time
 Mention that you look forward to hearing from them. For e.g. "I look forward to hearing back from
you and your team"
To: recruitment@new-company.com
From: Susan Nelson
Subject: Digital Marketing Executive application

Dear Ms Jones,
I am writing in response to your advertisement for a Digital Marketing Executive. My name is Susan Nelson and I am 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 I 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.
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
PHRASES FOR OPENING

To whom it
Dear Mr. Dear Ms.
may
Smith Jones
concern,
F I R S T PA R A G R A P H

I read your
I wish to apply for the I have pleasure in
advertisement for an
position of…which applying for the
experienced teacher in
you advertised on advertised position,
your company with
your website. because…
great interest.

Currently I am
I would like to apply working for… and my
for the position of… responsibilities
include…
B O D Y PA R A G R A P H

I am particularly interested in this job, as…

I would like to work for you, in order to…

My strengths are…

I would be well suited to the position because…

Although I have no previous experience in…, I have had…

My area of expertise is…

As you can see from my enclosed résumé, my experience and qualifications match this position's requirements.

In addition to my responsibilities as..., I also developed…skills.

B O D Y PA R A G R A P H - S K I L L S

I have an I have a I have …years Excellent

excellent working experience of communication
command of… knowledge of… working… skills

Good
Deductive Negotiation
Analytical skills interpersonal
reasoning skills
skills
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I am highly motivated and look forward to the varied work which a position in your company
would offer me
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss further details of the position with you personally.

Please find my résumé / CV attached.

I am available for interview on…

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to personally
discuss why I am particularly suited to this position. Please contact me via…
I look forward to hearing from you.
 Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing in response to the advertisement for the position of a sales executive in
the Madrid office of your company. I am confident that I would be an excellent
candidate for both this position and for working within a company such as your own
which has a reputation for excellence and innovation.
I am a highly motivated, diligent and committed individual, who throughout my 10
year career in sales has demonstrated the ability of being:
• Goal-Orientated - Surpassing my annual sales targets every year of my professional
career.
• Adaptable - Having the ability to quickly learn and use new techniques,
methodologies, strategies when selling a variety of different products.
• Able to speak fluently in English - I have the Cambridge Advanced Certificate in
EXAMPLE English and use English on a daily basis in my current position.
I have extensive experience of working as a sales executive for two large multinational
( A D VA N C E D ) companies, Almagro Construction SA and Telefonica SA. During my time in Telefonica
I have been responsible for several multi-million euro project negotiations that were
conducted entirely in English and led to Telefonica obtaining contracts that totalled a
value of €61.3 million.
Please find attached a copy of my CV which expands on my experience and
achievements.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss further the possibility of working for you
in this position. I am available to do an interview when it is convenient for yourselves.
If you have any questions, I can be reached on either my mobile or by email.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Emma Jones
ANOTHER EXAMPLE
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

TRY TO USE MORE FORMAL DON’T USE CONTRACTIONS

LANGUAGE LIKE: I’M, YOU’RE, I’VE
MORE USEFUL PHRASES
USEFUL PHRASES
 WRITE THE PHRASES FROM THE BOX
I N T O T H E A P P R O P R I AT E S E C T I O N
• As you can see from my CV, … • I have 5 years of experience in this sector.
• Currently, I am working as a… • I look forward to hearing from you.
• I am in charge of… • I would be more than happy to discuss…
• I am particularly interested in this position because… • Please do not hesitate to contact me.
• I am very keen to use my English because… • I will be available from interview from…
• I am writing in reply to your advertisement. • With reference to your advertisement in…

OPENING EXPERIENCE & REASONS FOR

CLOSING
QUALIFICATIONS APPLYING
 EXERCISE

• Write a covering mail for your dream job. It can be:

 a nurse in a busy hospital
 a ski instructor
 a graphic designer
 a project manager
 or a job of your choice 

Include words and phrases from this PowerPoint and try to use
formal language. Write between 130 and 150 words.
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