A formal letter

I can write a formal application letter.

Preparation

1 Read the task and the letter below. In which paragraph (A-D) does the writer...

(Đọc bài tập và bức thư bên dưới. Trong đoạn văn nào (A-D) tác giả...)

1 conclude the letter? _____

2 state the reason for writing? _____

3 mention his/her qualities? _____

4 include his available time for work _____

HELP WANTED

EZ Convenience store now hiring for two shelf-stackers.

Please write to Mr. Hoa An

EZ convenience store

68 Nguyen Dinh Chieu St. HCMC

Nguyen Lam Anh

456 Nguyen Du Street, Ho Chi Minh City 14th February 20..

Mi Hoa An

EZ convenience store

68 Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street, Ho Chi Minh City

Dear Mr Hoa An,

A

I am writing to express my interest in the part-time position at EZ convenience store, as advertised in our local newspaper. I am a high school student eager to embark on my first formal employment experience, and, ¹ in my view, this opportunity aligns perfectly with my objectives.

B

² My goal is to gain practical work experience while contributing positively to your team. I am particularly interested in developing customer service skills and understanding the retail business operations. I am confident that my enthusiasm and willingness to learn will make me a valuable addition to your store. Balancing academic responsibilities with a part-time job ³ requires strong organisational skills and dedication, qualities I have honed during my academic career. I am also known for my friendly demeanour and reliability, traits I understand are crucial in a customer-facing role.

C

I am available to work after school hours and at weekends. I am very excited about the prospect of joining EZ convenience store and would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can ⁴ contribute to your team.

D

Thank you for considering my application. ⁵ I look forward to hearing from you ⁶ at your earliest convenience.

Yours sincerely,

Nguyen Lam Anh

Writing Strategy

When you write a formal letter:

• Do not use informal words and phrases.

• Avoid contractions and abbreviations.

(Chiến lược viết

Khi bạn viết một lá thư trang trọng:

• Đừng sử dụng những từ và cụm từ không trang trọng.

• Tránh viết tắt.)

2 Read the Writing Strategy. Match the underlined formal expressions in the letter with the informal ones below.

(Đọc Chiến lược viết. Nối những cách diễn đạt trang trọng được gạch chân trong bức thư với những cách diễn đạt thân mật dưới đây.)

3 Match the underlined informal parts of sentences (1-5) with formal phrases (a-e).

(Nối các phần trang trọng được gạch chân trong câu (1-5) với các cụm từ trang trọng (a-e).)

1 Please write back soon.                                                       ◻

2 I believe having a part-time job would really benefit me.      ◻

3 My experience is this.                                                         ◻

4 I hope you like my application.                                           ◻

5 I'd like it if you would consider my application.                   ◻

a In my view

b I would be grateful

c as follows

d I look forward to hearing from you

e consider my application favourably

Writing Guide

4 Read the wanted ad. Then plan your letter of application.

(Đọc quảng cáo tìm việc. Sau đó lập kế hoạch cho thư xin việc của bạn.)

RECEPTIONIST WANTED

Do you want to work at a small hotel? Are you good at communicating with others? Can you work in the evenings or at weekends?

If you have answered YES to the above, write to us.

•  Starting rate of 100,000 VND per hour

• Free uniform

• Excellent training

•  Flexible working hours

Mr Minh Tue

Manager

Cozy Hotel

123 Hoa Hong St, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City

1 What are your qualities that make you suitable for the job?

2 On what day of the week can you work?

Phương pháp

Tạm dịch

CẦN TÌM TIẾP TIẾP TÂN

Bạn có muốn làm việc tại một khách sạn nhỏ? Bạn có giỏi giao tiếp với người khác không? Bạn có thể làm việc vào buổi tối hoặc cuối tuần?

Nếu bạn đã trả lời CÓ cho câu hỏi trên, hãy viết thư cho chúng tôi.

• Mức khởi điểm 100.000 đồng/giờ

• Đồng phục miễn phí

• Đào tạo xuất sắc

• Giờ làm việc linh hoạt

Ông Minh Tuệ

Giám đốc

Khách sạn Cozy

123 Hoa Hồng, Quận 5, TP.HCM

5 Write your letter.

(Viết thư của bạn.)