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Writing a beginning paragraph cover letter

A. Complete the opening paragraphs below using the words provided
below

interested offering appreciate diverse
colleagues apply accidentally recommended

realized told

1. I am very __________ in the entry-level position that is available Public

Bank Berhad. I recently graduated from Singapore Management University
and my courses in investments, finance, and business have given me a solid

base upon which I plan to build my career.
2. I am writing to express my strong interest in the International Marketing

position open at WellCam, Inc. My colleague Janna Doling __________ that

I contact you directly about this position, due to my years developing
successful campaigns for Lion Group.

3. I'm writing to express my interest in the Editorial Assistant position listed on

Monster.com. Given my five years of editorial experience and excellent
capabilities, I would _________ your consideration for this position.

4. I have a very strong interest in pursuing a teaching career. With experience
working at both the elementary and high school levels, as well as in

activities outside of the traditional classroom, I have a ________background

with much to offer.
5. I pretty much spent my childhood in the cheap seats at Cubs games,

snacking on popcorn and cheering on the team with my grandfather. It’s
that passion that’s shaped my career—from helping to establish the sports

marketing major at my university to leading a college baseball team to an

undefeated season as assistant coach—and what led me to ________ for
this position at the Chicago Cubs.

6. I was an hour out from my first big dinner party when I ________ I had

forgotten to pick up the white wine. In a panic, I started Googling grocery

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