Answer Key

Cover letters – Practice 2

Chose the best word or phrase from the choices.

Dear Mr. Jackson:

From your company's web site I  [learned] about your need for a sales representative for the Eastern European area. I am very  [interested] in this position with Acme Pharmaceuticals, and believe that my education and employment background are  [appropriate] for the position.

While working toward my master's degree, I was employed as a sales representative with a small dairy foods firm. I increased my sales volume and profit margin appreciably while at Farmer's Foods, and I would like to  [repeat] that success in the pharmaceutical industry. I have a strong academic background in biology and marketing, and think that I could [apply] my combination of knowledge and experience to the health industry. I will complete my master's degree in marketing in mid-May and will be  [available] to begin employment in early June.

 [Enclosed] is a copy of my resume, which more fully  [details] my [qualifications] for the position. I look forward to talking with you regarding sales opportunities with Acme Pharmaceuticals. Within the next week I will contact you to confirm that you received my email and resume and to answer any questions you may have.

Thank you for your consideration.

 [Sincerely] ,

Lynn A. Johnson