一封高質量的英文求職信是幫助你應聘成功的敲門磚。如果你自己是一件商品的話，那么你的英文求職信，就是一封把你自己推銷出去的商業信函。求職信不可抄襲網上千篇一律的東西，不但要寫出自己的特點，還要根據應聘的公司有一定的針對性，這樣才能吸引住招聘者的目光。下面就介紹一下寫求職信的要點和注意事項，希望對渴望找到一份理想工作的你有所幫助。

Writing a cover letter can be a daunting task. These tips should help make it a little easier:
·Direct your letter to the decision-maker of the organization.
·Write a short, concise letter (2-3 paragraphs at most).
·Type the letter and envelope.
·Sign your name.
·Use standard English.
·Double-check your spelling and grammar.
·Use standard white paper.
·Keep a copy of everything you send to each organization.
·Follow up with a phone call after three business days.

Besides, there are several Cover Letter Dos and Don'ts you should keep in mind.

Dos:
·Include the person's full name, title, company name, and company address.
·Include your full name, address, and contact information.
·Use a formal greeting, such as Mr., Ms., Dr.
·Center your margins.
·Follow up after three business days.
·Mention how you found out about the position.
·Be upbeat and creative--make your letter stand out.
·Keep copies of everything you send.
Don'ts:
·Don't write a long letter--shorter is better.
·Don't address the person by first name unless you know him or her personally and have permission to do so.
·Don't forget to personally sign the letter.
·Don't forget to check grammar and spelling.
·Don't use flashy stationery (花花綠綠的信紙) (unless you're applying for a highly creative job).
·Don't use slang.

（改編自：國際在線 英語點津 Annabel 編輯）