Words
- Dear Mr Smith,a formal opening when you know the name
- Dear Sir or Madam,a formal opening when you don't know the name
- I am writing to…a formal way to give the reason for your email“I am writing to apply for the position.”
- Please find attached…there is a document with this email“Please find attached my CV.”
- I would be grateful if…a polite way to ask“I would be grateful if you could reply soon.”
- Could you please…?a polite request“Could you please confirm the date?”
- As discussed,referring to an earlier conversation“As discussed, the meeting is on Monday.”
- I look forward to hearing from you.a formal way to say you hope for a reply
- Kind regards,a common friendly-formal ending
- Yours sincerely,a very formal ending when you know the name
Your turn to write
Write an email to a company asking about an internship (5 to 7 sentences).
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Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to enquire about internship opportunities in your marketing department. I am a final-year business student and I am available from March to August. Please find attached my CV and a cover letter. I would be grateful if you could let me know whether any positions are available.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
Julia Novak
✅ Quiz
8 questions: meanings, gap-fills and listening. Score 70% to complete the lesson.