IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Questions: Work

You have decided to leave your current employment. Write a letter to your employer. Include the following in your letter: - Explain why you are writing - Explain why you have decided to leave the company - Tell your employer what you plan to do after leaving your present employment

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You successfully passed a job interview. You are expected to start on November 15, but you will not be available on that date. Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter: - explain your situation, - express your concern - suggest solutions.

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You recently found out about a part-time job. Write a letter to the manager. In your letter - state that you are applying for the part-time job - explain why you are applying - Give details about any relevant experience

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As part of your study you have worked for a short period of time in a company. Write a letter to the manager of this company. In your letter: - Thank him/her for the opportunity - Explain how the experience gained there has helped you - Share your plans for the future.

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You work in an international company. You need to take some time off work. Write a letter to your employer. In your letter - explain why you need this time off - give details of when you want the time off - say who can do your work when you are away Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ............,

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You recently noticed a local restaurant that was offering a part-time job. Write a letter to the restaurant’s manager. In your letter: - explain that you would like to apply for the job - give some details of any relevant experience that you have - specify the days and times that would suit you

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You are a student at a language school in New Zealand studying Business English. Part of the course is a summer work placement programme. Unfortunately, you have just learnt from the school that this programme has now been cancelled. Write a letter to the School Principal. In your letter: - state your reason for writing - describe the problem and your concerns - explain what you would like the Principal to do.

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You have seen an advertisement for a community college that needs teachers for night classes. Write a letter to the community college. In your letter: - say which advertisement you are answering - describe which course(s) you want to teach, and what it/they would be about - explain why you would be a suitable teacher

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You applied for a job position advertised by a company, but the recruitment process was highly unprofessional and lacked transparency. Write a letter of complaint to the human resources department of the company. In your letter: - Describe the unprofessional conduct and lack of transparency during the recruitment process. - Explain how these issues have negatively impacted your perception of the company. - Request an explanation for the company's actions and express your concerns regarding their hiring practices.

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You have seen an advertisement in an English newspaper for a job working in the City Museum shop during the holidays. You decide to apply for the job. Write a letter to the director of the Museum. In your letter: - introduce yourself - explain what experience and special skills you have - explain why you are interested in the job

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