Dear Sir,

　　In response to your advertisement in *the newspaper of , I wish to apply for the position of (secretary, accountant, clerk, salesman, etc).

　　I am *twenty-five years old and a graduate of *　college. My experience in this line of work includes two years as an assistant accountant with the *A Company. The main reason for changing my employment is to gain more experience with a superior company like yours.

　　I am enclosing my resume together with my photo, and believe that they may be found satisfactory. With respect to salary, I shall expect *3,000 a month. I assure you that if appointed, I will do my best to give your satisfaction.

　　Very truly yours,