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If you are asked for a letter of application, you could either write a short covering letter and also send your CV or write a longer letter that includes the information that you would usually include on your CV.

• Plan what you want to say
• Do a rough version first
• Keep the wording simple and stick to the point
• Leave out anything that won’t help you get the job
• Include the job title and any reference number, if you know it
• List the things normally included in your CV that match what the employer's looking for – this might be your qualifications, skills, experience, voluntary work...
• Say why you want to work for this company
• Ring to see if your letter has arrived... You can also ask when they will be letting you know if you have been short listed for an interview

Remember: below is an example letter only. Have a go at writing a letter of your own showing what you can do - be truthful and only include things you are happy saying.
	Letter of application (18.6kb)