Writing a Cover Letter

When you write a letter in English, you should follow this scheme:

1. Your Address

2. Date: MM-DD-YY

3. Recipients Name and Address

4. Salutation

5. Body:

5.1. OPENING: Tell that you are applying for a job and the source of your information.

5.2. FOCUS: Tell why you are suited for the job.

5.3. ACTION: Tell what you plan to do.

5.4. CLOSING: Be positive.

6. Complementary Closing

7. Signature

8. Typed Name