business communication

Adele M. Lopez

1431 Carson Road

Carson, CA 90745

619-555-1234

June 3, 2001

Mr. James S. Dorry

Personal Manager

BCD Engineering, Inc.

46113 Mountain Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA 90210

Dear Mr. Dorry:

State why you are writing, name the position or type of work for which you are

applying and mention how you heard of the opening or organization.

Explain why you are interested in working for this employer and specify your

reasons for desiring this type of work. If you have had experience, be sure to point

out any work experience or other abilities related to the type of work for which you are applying. Be careful not to repeat all of the information appearing in your resume.

Refer the reader to the attached resume (which gives a summary of your

qualifications) or whatever media you are using to illustrate your training,

interests and experience.

Have an appropriate closing to pave the way for the interview by asking for an

appointment, by giving your phone number, or by offering some similar

suggestion to facilitate an immediate and favorable reply. Ending your letter with a question encourages a reply.

Sincerely,

Adele Lopez

Adele M. Lopez

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