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known)\nInsert today’s date\nDear [Insert contact’s name or Sir/Madam],\nFirst Paragraph\nIntroduce the letter by expressing an interest in working for the company and in what type of role. Explain current status (i.e. as current student or graduate, trainee etc.) subject studied and current or previous relevant work experience and availability to work for the organisation.\nFor example:\n‘I am writing to express my interest in working as Conference Assistant, at The Hilton Sydney Hotel. I am a third year undergraduate student currently studying for a BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management at the University of Sydney and am looking to secure a one year placement from January 2019 in this field. I believe I have many skills that could benefit an event role within the hotel and have attached a copy of my CV for your information’.\nSecond Paragraph\nExplain why this type of role is of interest.\nThird Paragraph\nExplain why the company attracts you and why you would value the opportunity to work for them – this will require a detailed research on the company.\nFourth Paragraph\nWhat are you offering the employer? Match your most relevant skills and knowledge to the type of role you are looking for and give examples using your degree and work experience as evidence.\nLast Paragraph\nSay that you would welcome an opportunity to discuss with them in more detail how you can benefit their company and leave your contact details.\nThank them for their time and consideration and say that you look forward to hearing from them in the near future.\nYours faithfully, (if addressed to Sir/Madam) or Yours sincerely, (if addressed to a named person)\nInsert  name","cbCair9pr4fKQNOr","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCair9pr4fKQNOr","docx",26593,"English","# First Paragraph\n## Greeting and interest statement\n## Current status, study, and availability\n# Second Paragraph\n## Motivation for the role\n# Third Paragraph\n## Why the company\n# Fourth Paragraph\n## Skills, knowledge, and evidence\n# Last Paragraph\n## Discussion request and closing","[{\"question\":\"What should the first paragraph of a speculative cover letter include?\",\"answer\":\"It should express interest in working for the company, state the type of role, describe current status (student/graduate/trainee), include relevant study and work experience, and mention availability to work.\"},{\"question\":\"How should the letter explain why the role and company are a good fit?\",\"answer\":\"The second paragraph should clarify why the role is interesting, while the third paragraph should explain what attracts you to the company and how research about the organisation supports your motivation.\"},{\"question\":\"What should the closing section of the letter contain?\",\"answer\":\"The last paragraph should invite the employer to discuss how you can benefit the company, provide contact details, thank the reader for their time and consideration, and use the correct closing such as “Yours faithfully” or “Yours sincerely.”\"}]","Example outline for a speculative cover letter or email - Cover letter structure | DOCX"]