Covering letters

Today in writing we worked with covering letters and its format.

Dear Mr Castle

I am writing in response to the post you advertised in the Guardian newspaper for a junior research assistant at the Centre for Policy Studies. Please find enclosed my CV and references, which details my recent work experience.

The job attracted me because I am seeking a new challenge in this field. I know that you do a lot of good work in advising the government about what policies will work and what won't. I've just done my degree in politics and I really want to carry on working in this area and get better at this kind of research.

Just to be sure I have the right profile I have:

• A Masters degree in Politics and Economics
• Experience of doing independent research
• A flat in London

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require further information. Thank you for considering this application and I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,
Paula Farrow