試探性的求職信是一種比較積極主動的應聘方式，這類看似希望渺茫的信經常能出人意料的取得成功，因為這種申請求職的方法表現出了申請人本身的能力、勇氣和對所應聘公司的強烈興趣。
試探性求職申請信應該簡潔，講清楚你對該公司感興趣的原因，寫明你具備的資格以及你認為會引起該公司注意的任何品德。郵寄申請信時，要把個人簡歷也一起寄去。你還需要知道公司里人事經理或部門經理的名字，把直接信寄給他會更有效一些。
請參見范例：
p.o box 168
michael fang
shanghai
200120
hr manager
shanghai royal business company
rm. 2034, aaa centre
4 march 2004
dear sir,
i am writing to inquire about possible job openings in the financial department of your company.
i am 32 years old and a graduate of fudan university. i have worked for 5 years in a world-leading accountancy firm. i have abundant experience in auditing, accounting and financial analysis. i’m confident that i can deal even with the most challenging tasks in financial management.
i have been interested in your company for a very long time. i think it’s your active company culture, the outstanding management and the perfect staff -training system that attracts me most. i would like to become a member of your team and contribute to the success and progress of your company.
i am a person with a high sense of responsibility and team spirit. i am a good team worker and i work very well on my own, even under pressure. i do not mind working long hours. enclosed find my resume together with a recent photo. for further reference, please contact mr. harry smith, who was my former boss. i am happy to introduce myself in person and come for an interview. in the meantime, i will be waiting for your good news.
sincerely,
michael fang