It is exciting to apply for a job that really interests you. In making your application there are a number of points for you to observe. In your letter of application, say just enough to give a good account of yourself without being wordy. If you are answering an advertisement, any information for which it asks must, of course, be given. This will usually cover your academic record and any further education and training. You may also be asked to give the names of one or two persons to supply references. For this purpose, you should choose people who know you well enough to vouch ( 保证 ) your character and ability; and you should also ask for their permission to be named as referees. It will depend on circumstances how much you can usefully add about yourself. Your purpose is to bring to the notice of the employer any good reason why you rather than any of the other applicants ( 申请人 ) should be chosen for the job. Therefore , if you feel you have any special skill or talent for the work, or for particular interest in the line of the business let it be known. Finally, there is your use of language. You cannot go wrong if you keep your sentences and paragraphs short, making sure the sense is clear and well-expressed. Choose plain words so long as they can express your meaning. (229 Words) .