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：最后一段之后再空两行，写上“sincerely，”。再空三行，写上你的全名。不要忘记签名。

　　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.

　　留个好印象：结尾后再空三行，打上“附件”(和你的简历关联一下)，你就会看上去很职业、注重细节又非常能干。

　　the quick list

　　要点快递

　　* do not send form letters. tailor each letter to the company, department and, if possible, specific position. the extra effort pays off.

　　不要发通用信件。为每一家公司、部门、如果可能的话为要申请的职位度身打造每一封信，付出是会有回报的。

　　* recruiters read hundreds of cover letters. brevity is key. keep the letter to one page.

　　照聘员工要读数百封信，简短才是王道。求职信不要超过一页纸。

　　* when touting your achievements, be confident but don"t exaggerate, brag or lie.

　　说到成就的时候，要自信点，但是不能夸大、吹牛或说谎。

　　* read, edit and re-read your letter for typos. ask a friend to read it, too.

　　读你的打印稿、然后修改、然后再重读，再让一位朋友也帮忙读读。

　　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.

　　一封求职信的效果取决于它的语言和细节，所以做做调查花点时间。使用专业的语气但是别太死板。做你自己。抓住这个机会来展示一下你活泼的个性以及你的能力。