A COVER LETTER FOR A POSITION AS A VOLUNTEER
5 Read the letter and identify the different parts.
- Reference to the position: paragraph …
- Education, previous experience and skills: paragraph …
- Personal qualities and motivation: paragraph …
- Requesting an interview: paragraph …
- Closing: paragraph …
Jason Gardner
23 Oxford Street, Birmingham N345 · jason.gardner@gmail.com
2nd April 2020
John Smith
Volunteer Manager
St John Senior Centre
24 St John Road
Birmingham S256
Dear Mr Smith,
I am interested in any opportunities that may be available to volunteer at the St John Senior Centre.
I have experience working with senior citizens and would like to continue to do so as a volunteer. I volunteered as an aide at the Champlain Centre and enjoyed being able to help senior citizens with arts and crafts. In this position I assisted programme participants with recreational projects, contributed to programme planning and strategy sessions, and accompanied group field trips to local musical events and museums. I also participated in fundraising and community initiatives.
If the St John Centre needs a dedicated volunteer, I would be glad to have the opportunity to help. My schedule is flexible, and I would be available to volunteer at your convenience. Eager to learn more about your mission, successes, and challenges in serving our senior citizens, I would be grateful for the opportunity of an interview at a mutually convenient time.
I look forward to speaking to you.
Yours sincerely,
Jason Gardner
6 Read the letter again and answer the questions.
- What type of position is Jason applying for?
- What type of experience does Jason have?
- What does Jason ask for?