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Informal Advice Letter #161
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are applying for a job and need a letter of reference from someone who knew you when you were at college.

Write a letter to one of your old teachers asking for a reference. In your letter:

  • say what job you have applied for
  • explain why you want this job
  • suggest what information the teacher should include

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses at the top of your letter.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

One box per bullet, then compare with Band 9.
172 words · 3 body paragraphs
Salutation

Dear Mr. Johnson,

Opening

I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to request a letter of reference for a job application I have submitted.

Bullet 1

say what job you have applied for

I have recently applied for the position of Marketing Coordinator at a leading advertising agency. This role aligns perfectly with my academic background in Marketing and my passion for creating innovative marketing campaigns.

Bullet 2

explain why you want this job

I am particularly drawn to this job because it offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and collaborate with a creative team. I believe my strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and ability to adapt quickly to new challenges make me a suitable candidate for this position.

Bullet 3

suggest what information the teacher should include

In the reference letter, it would be greatly beneficial if you could highlight my academic achievements in Marketing courses, my active participation in extracurricular activities related to advertising, and any specific projects or assignments where you observed my skills in marketing strategy development and implementation.

Closing

I appreciate your support and assistance in this matter. Thank you in advance for considering my request.

Sign-off

Warm regards, [Your Name]

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