Whether you're submitting a resume cold or responding to a job posting, always include a cover letter. Yes, they're tedious to write, but a solid cover letter can make the difference between getting the job and getting nowhere.
不管你是遞簡(jiǎn)歷還是回應(yīng)一份招聘啟事，記得要加上一封求職信。是，這很沉悶，但是一封嚴(yán)肅的信會(huì)決定你得到工作還是一無(wú)所獲。
Address the Recruiter: Start your letter with the date. Skip two lines and write the recruiter's full name, preceded by Mr. or Ms. Then, list the recruiter's title and the company name and address. If you don't know the recruiter's name, simply list the company name and address.
寫(xiě)給招聘員工：信件的開(kāi)始寫(xiě)上日期。空兩行寫(xiě)上招聘員工的全名，名字之前加上Mr.或者M(jìn)s。然后列出招聘員工的頭銜、公司名字和地址。如果你不知道招聘員工的名字，簡(jiǎn)單的寫(xiě)上公司名字和地址吧。
Say Hello: Two lines below the header, greet the recruiter with "Dear Mr." or "Ms.", followed by his/her last name and a colon. Don't use the first name, even if you've met the recruiter before; it's unprofessional to be immediately informal. If you don't know the recruiter's name, address the letter, "To Whom It May Concern."
打招呼：信頭寫(xiě)完空兩行，即使你已經(jīng)見(jiàn)過(guò)招聘員工，也要寫(xiě)上“Dear Mr.”或者“Ms.”加上他或她的姓和一個(gè)冒號(hào)向他致意。一下子就變得很不正式會(huì)很不專(zhuān)業(yè)。如果你不知道招聘員工的名字，寫(xiě)上“給相關(guān)負(fù)責(zé)人”。
Introduce Yourself: State your letter's purpose in the first paragraph. Tell the recruiter which position you're applying for and why it interests you. Briefly list your top qualifications. If you're responding to a job posting, mention where you saw it.
自我介紹：在第一段寫(xiě)上這封信的目的。告知招聘員工你要申請(qǐng)哪個(gè)職位以及為什么你對(duì)這個(gè)職位感興趣。簡(jiǎn)短的列出你的最高學(xué)歷。如果你對(duì)一份招聘啟事做出回應(yīng)，要寫(xiě)上你是在哪里看到它的。
Sell Yourself: The second paragraph is the most important: It's your sell. Summarize your credentials, but don't reiterate your resume. List your most relevant accomplishments from previous jobs, internships or volunteer work. Emphasize your qualifications for the job by highlighting applicable skills. If you're responding to an ad, you have an edge: You already know the job requirements. Make sure you address them.
推銷(xiāo)自己：第二段是最重要的：這是推銷(xiāo)自己的時(shí)候。簡(jiǎn)短的說(shuō)說(shuō)你有什么證書(shū)，但是不要重述簡(jiǎn)歷上的內(nèi)容。列出你在之前的工作、實(shí)習(xí)或者志愿工作中取得過(guò)什么相關(guān)的重大成就。通過(guò)突出你的應(yīng)用能力來(lái)強(qiáng)調(diào)你很適合這份工作。如果是回應(yīng)招聘廣告，你就有一個(gè)優(yōu)勢(shì)：你已經(jīng)知道工作需求了，確保你對(duì)這些要求做出了說(shuō)明。
Flatter Your Reader: The third paragraph should clarify why you want to work at this particular company. Explain why you and the company are a good fit. Show the recruiter that you've done your research. Mention a recent company event or express your interest in an aspect of the company that isn't widely known. Remember, everyone loves flattery, but don't go over the top.
取悅你的讀者：第三段應(yīng)該闡明你為什么希望在這家特別的公司工作。解釋一下為什么你和公司很搭。讓招聘員工了解你已經(jīng)做過(guò)調(diào)查研究。說(shuō)說(shuō)公司最近發(fā)生的一件事情或者表達(dá)出你對(duì)公司里并不廣為人知的一個(gè)方面的興趣。記�。好總�(gè)人都喜歡聽(tīng)好話(huà)，但是，別做過(guò)頭。
Follow-Up: Your final paragraph should be only a few sentences. Thank the recruiter for reading your letter, then request an interview and provide your phone number. Or, be proactive and state that you'll call in a week to follow-up. Then do it.
結(jié)尾段：結(jié)尾段應(yīng)該只有幾個(gè)句子。感謝招聘員工閱讀你的信，然后提出面試要求并留下你的電話(huà)號(hào)碼，或者主動(dòng)點(diǎn)，說(shuō)明一周內(nèi)你會(huì)打電話(huà)跟進(jìn)，然后記得去做。
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Wrap It Up: Two lines below the last paragraph, conclude with "Sincerely,". Three lines below that, type your full name. Don't forget your signature.
收尾：最后一段之后再空兩行，寫(xiě)上“Sincerely，”。再空三行，寫(xiě)上你的全名。不要忘記簽名。
Leave a Great Impression: Three lines below the finish, type "Enclosure" (referring to your resume). You'll look professional, detail-oriented and oh-so-savvy.
留個(gè)好印象：結(jié)尾后再空三行，打上“附件”（和你的簡(jiǎn)歷關(guān)聯(lián)一下），你就會(huì)看上去很職業(yè)、注重細(xì)節(jié)又非常能干。
The Quick List
要點(diǎn)快遞
* Do not send form letters. Tailor each letter to the company, department and, if possible, specific position. The extra effort pays off.
不要發(fā)通用信件。為每一家公司、部門(mén)、如果可能的話(huà)為要申請(qǐng)的職位度身打造每一封信，付出是會(huì)有回報(bào)的。
* Recruiters read hundreds of cover letters. Brevity is key. Keep the letter to one page.
照聘員工要讀數(shù)百封信，簡(jiǎn)短才是王道。求職信不要超過(guò)一頁(yè)紙。
* When touting your achievements, be confident but don't exaggerate, brag or lie.
說(shuō)到成就的時(shí)候，要自信點(diǎn)，但是不能夸大、吹牛或說(shuō)謊。
* Read, edit and re-read your letter for typos. Ask a friend to read it, too.
讀你的打印稿、然后修改、然后再重讀，再讓一位朋友也幫忙讀讀。
A cover letter's strength lies in its language and detail, so do your research and take your time. Use a professional tone, but don't be stiff. Be yourself. Take advantage of this opportunity to show off your dynamic personality as well as your skills.
一封求職信的效果取決于它的語(yǔ)言和細(xì)節(jié)，所以做做調(diào)查花點(diǎn)時(shí)間。使用專(zhuān)業(yè)的語(yǔ)氣但是別太死板。做你自己。抓住這個(gè)機(jī)會(huì)來(lái)展示一下你活潑的個(gè)性以及你的能力。