[简中] [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（四）撰写 Cover Letter—1

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（一）审视过往，更新履历

在着手准备 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请之前，建议大家把自己的履历拿出来检查一下。看有没有需要更新的地方，尤其是你的工作经验和学术经验，有得奖项、奖学金或者是特别值得一提及且能以数据量化的贡献，都要放进你的履历。 

不要急着开始写你的 Cover Letter 或者是 Personal Statement。记住我们在[申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（一）找合作的律师事务所 讲的。

Slow is smooth and smooth is fast.

关于怎么样产出有品质的履历，可以参考笔者下列的文章。

[UCLA] 如何依照欧美学术惯例撰写Resume／CV？（11/08/2017更新）

如果对自己的写作没有自信的话。网路上现在也有很多人工智慧的求职工具，可以帮助你修改履历。这个部分我就不细讲。如果有观众希望我细讲，欢迎抖内告诉我。 

下方提供我更新前和更新后的履历，可以清楚看到多了许多细节。之前网友在 Facebook 和 PTT 对于我学经历的问题，都可以从下方的履历得到回答，我就不再赘述。作品集的部分我用绿色方框框起来，这部份是我已经对我的专业领域做出贡献，并且能在获得绿卡后能继续推动目标的证明。

更新前，简单一页。

更新后，第一页。

更新后，第二页。

（二）认识 Cover Letter 架构

在你更新完履历之后，可以透过笔者 Cover Letter 中的目录页来了解一下一份 Cover Letter 应有的架构，笔者以下会逐章说明。

各位读者可以注意一下第一章之前的 Acronyms，我特别把整份 Cover Letter 会用到的缩写整理成清单，让审核人员的工作轻松一点。不然如果委员看不懂，轻则 Request for Evidence (RFE)，重则否决你的申请。 

Cover Letter 目录页

（三）描述背景，提纲挈领

接着来说 Cover Letter 的第二章 Substantial Merit and National Importance。这个章节又细分成下列小节。

• Section 2.1 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing
• Section 2.2 Proposed Endeavor
  
• Section 2.3 Summary of Benefits to the United States

在[申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（三）阅读官方申请条件—2有提到， 拜登政府在疫情冲击和全球化供应链受到冲击后想要把制造业带回美国，加上我本身又是在制造业从事控制工程师，所以在铺陈 Cover Letter 叙事背景的方面上我会聚焦在制造业的部分。（不是新闻媒体喔！）

确定好 Cover Letter 的叙事背景和焦点之后，为了加强说服力，笔者多次引用官方文件来建立并强化这个论述背景，以证明这个议题对于美国而言具有国家级的重要性与迫切性 (Important and Urgent)。以下摘录自笔者最后送出的 Cover Letter。

Executive Order 14005 (Exhibit B2) issued by President Biden underscores the imperative to strengthen the Buy American Act, a legislative requirement obligating federal agencies to prioritize domestic products and suppliers in their procurement processes. In the PCAST Report to the President—Ensuring American Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing (Exhibit B3), PCAST/PITAC have cautioned that the manufacturing sector has witnessed a decline over several decades in terms of its contribution to GDP and employment. Consequently, they have recommended the launch of an Advanced Manufacturing Initiative aimed at facilitating the development and dissemination of design methodologies for manufacturing, as well as the establishment of shared technology infrastructure to support advancements in existing manufacturing industries. It is evident that rectifying the nation's insufficient manufacturing capacity has emerged as an urgent priority for the United States government. 

完成整个布局的起承转合第一步「起」之后，我们要「承」接这个叙事背景，点出拜登政府想要把制造业带回美国这个政策会遇到甚么困难和挑战。先点出问题的所在，接下来面对问题、提出解决问题的方案，也就是第三步「转」。

关于诚实面对问题和解决问题，我们来看看老天鹅娱乐对于黄国昌律师的质询，让气氛缓和一下。

完成起承转三步骤之后，申请人须于 Cover Letter 中表达出获得绿卡之后朝向解决问题迈进的殷切期盼，完成最后一步「合」，并将自身志业融合在国家政策方针，达成鱼水互助的最终目标。

根据笔者平常订阅 CONTROL 还有 ISA Interchange 所累积的经验，笔者在 Cover Letter 里总结几位专家观察到的美国制造业困境。除了提点出这些问题，还要引用官方文献来佐证，像是在写论文一样。虽然笔者没有写过硕博士论文，但这点道理我还是懂的。

当然，这个起承转合的部分每个人归纳出来的会不一样，除非你跟我在同一产业担任同样职位。如果平常对于自己的领域发展没有关注，下面会介绍几个网站供你参考，不用担心。以下摘录自笔者的 Cover Letter。

Nonetheless, over three decades, the US manufacturing declined, compounded by COVID-19 disruptions. The pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains, impacted critical goods production, and resulted in the loss of approximately 1.4 million jobs at its onset. Since then, the industry has been confronted with the challenge of filling job vacancies due to The Great Resignation. As of March 2023, an analysis conducted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on BLS data, there were 693,000 open manufacturing jobs, highlighting the persistent struggle to find qualified workers who can meet the industry's demands. (Exhibit C3) It is alarming that despite the declaration by the WHO chief of the end of the COVID global health emergency, there persists a shortage in the workforce. 

交代完第二章 Substantial Merit and National Importance 的开头之后，Section 2.1 Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing 是为审核人员补充一些相关背景知识，让对方可以更好的了解笔者的专业领域。整份 Cover Letter 尽量用浅显易懂的词汇，不要卖弄专业名词，小心聪明反被聪明误！ 

（四）渊思寂虑，包装自己

接下来 Section 2.2 Proposed Endeavor 讨论的就是笔者提出如何改善前述这些困境的方案，也就是笔者于[申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（二）阅读官方申请条件—1用了相当大篇幅讨论的关键段落。

笔者当时从白宫的官方文件或者是近几任总统颁发的行政命令 (E. O., Executive Order) 来做发想。虽然我们经验有限、能力有限、财力有限，但是在国家政策方针里还是能扮演重要的角色。（不管你实际上能做到多少，至少你在 Cover Letter 里必须这样陈述。） 

以下列出几个好用的网站供大家参考。

• THE WHITE HOUSE
  这里可以找到美国总统布达的行政命令，还有国政白皮书，更有总统顾问团 OSTP、PCAST 和 PITAC 的建议报告。相当实用！
  
  另外，有兴趣的朋友可以看一下美国的国策顾问团的阵容，再看看我们的国策顾问团的阵容，别有一番风味！
• The Biden-⁠Harris Administration Immediate Priorities
  如果你的专业在这个紧急且优先的名单里，恭喜你！ 还不快马加鞭的申请起来？
  
• O*NET OnLine
  这里你可以查到美国劳动部的报告，还可以查到未来十年各产业发展预测，看未来你的领域是成长还是衰退中的夕阳产业。更可以细看在 STEM 领域里，相比之下是否有更剧烈的成长。想要看各领域发展预估的报告，也可以到 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Employment Projections。
  
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce
  做生意就是要赚钱，只要合乎法规且合乎道德的赚就好。笔者从这边也找到几篇支撑论点的文献，特别是针对美国制造业困境和解方的分析。
• CONGRESS.GOV
  这个网站笔者没有用到，但是各位读者可以用来搜寻有没有相关的法案来支撑你的论述。
  

笔者的 Cover Letter 里喊出了四个口号。如果想不出四个口号，建议各位读者至少想出三个，这样 Cover Letter 读起来饱满度和说服力才比较充足。

1. Process Automation and Manufacturing Reimagination
2. Develop Backward from Manufacturing 
3. Continuous Learning and Staying at the Forefront 
4. Leading Smart Manufacturing for Prosperous Future 

以 下引用自笔者的 Cover Letter，是第一个口号 Process Automation and Manufacturing Reimagination 下方的申论。这边可以看出我只有把国家政策和个人志业做连结，因为阐述及证明我是否具备足够能力的部分会放在 Cover Letter 的第三章 I am Well-positioned to Advance the Proposed Endeavor.（萤光蓝字）。

According to the recommendations from PCAST and PITAC (Exhibit B3), the Federal Government can revitalize the field of advanced manufacturing by fundamentally reimagine the manufacturing process. I have actively contributed to this process and have a proven track record in utilizing emerging technologies to revolutionize the manufacturing landscape. Throughout my tenure, I have successfully integrated new technologies into existing production lines, whether it be through improvement projects or research and development initiatives. Detailed project-specific experiences will be discussed in Chapter 3 of my petition.  

Furthermore, as outlined in Section 2.3 Summary of Benefits to the United States, a robust manufacturing sector serves as a foundation for innovation. The application notes I have prepared documenting the incorporation of sensing, networking, and automation in my projects have facilitated knowledge dissemination across various domains. These advancements can be effectively applied in diverse fields such as automotive and biomanufacturing. By establishing a dynamic manufacturing foundation and accelerating the transition from concept to product, my contributions form a positive feedback loop that fosters innovation and facilitates the expansion of domestic manufacturing.  

I would also like to draw attention to the Letter of Recommendation provided by [Professional A], wherein he highlights how my publication has reduced risk, time, and cost in his development cycle. He emphasized that “The code made our lives a lot easier, as we were able to quickly copy the code, make minor changes to meet our requirements and deploy production-quality code in a matter of a few hours.” Additionally, the generality of my Application Notes allows for adaptive design and development strategies that cater to diverse market segments. Consequently, my extensive experience and contributions in integrating advanced technologies possess the potential to significantly broaden the pool of product designers, fostering a culture of innovation and bolstering competitiveness within the U.S. manufacturing sector. 

如果想要阅读笔者完整的 Cover Letter 及推荐信，可以到文章最下方扫描 QR Code 支付相关费用并附上信箱，我就会寄到你的信箱。笔者会比照 Newman's Own 的做法将获利全数捐出。过去的捐款收据请看捐款收据。

（五）和衷共济，功德圆满

Section 2.3 Summary of Benefits to the United States 这个部份很重要，在你描述完国家政策背景，又透过专家学者的文献点出各种政策实行上的各种困境，并且展现鱼水互助的发展愿景之后，一定要归纳出你说的发展愿景和国家政策如何相辅相成。

笔者的 Cover Letter 同样列出三点对于美国而言有哪些国家利益和重要性 (National Interest and Importance)。以下引用第三点作为示范。

3. Domestic manufacturing capabilities utilizing advanced technologies and methodologies is indispensable to national security, ensuring the self-reliance necessary to safeguard vital interests. 

In the Multi-Agency Research and Development Priorities for FY-2023 Budget (Exhibit B1), the director of OSTP emphasized the investments in manufacturing resulting in economic resilience. Specifically, the director stated: “Investments in economic resilience should emphasize technologies that ensure safe, clean, and reliable access to critical products, materials and minerals, including new manufacturing and biomanufacturing processes that can cost-effectively produce key goods on demand.” 

Additionally, manufacturing plays a vital role in safeguarding the national and homeland security. This critical aspect was underscored in the 2010 Quadrennial Defense Review highlighted, “In the mid to long term, it is imperative that we have a robust industrial base with sufficient manufacturing capability and capacity to preserve our technological edge and provide for the reset and recapitalization of our force.” (Exhibit B4) 

到此我们就看完 Cover Letter 第二章 Substantial Merit and National Importance 的示范。下一篇文章将会带大家看 Cover Letter 第三章 I am Well-positioned to Advance the Proposed Endeavor。

笔者亦有以下文章，敬请指教。

• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（零）名词解释 Petitioner vs Applicant
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（一）找合作的律师事务所   
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（二）阅读官方申请条件—1
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（三）阅读官方申请条件—2
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（四）撰写 Cover Letter—1
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（五）撰写 Cover Letter—2
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（六）撰写推荐信 Letter of Recommendation
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（七）组装 NIW I-140 申请文件包
  
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（八）领事馆处理 Consular Processing
• [申办绿卡] EB-2 NIW 国家利益豁免绿卡申请教学（九）谘询服务与申请文件买家回馈

参考资料：

1. Matter of DHANASAR, Petitioner   
   感谢 Dr. Dhanasar 的抗争，让 NIW 的审核视野变得更宽广。所以研究 NIW 的你，应该已经看过 Dhanasar 这个名字了。
2. EB2 NIW application mistakes to avoid
   
3. 8 misconceptions about EB-2 NIW green card process
   
4. Publications and citations for NIW green card
   
5. New version of ETA-9089 form
   
6. How to qualify for National Interest Waiver   
   这篇提及如何找政府资料来佐证你的申请案件。
   
7. How to assemble the I-140 petition for EB2 NIW
   
8. EB-2 NIW processing time
9. EB2 NIW cover letter : what it is and how to prepare one
   
10. Personal Statement for EB2 NIW
    
11. A guide to EB2 NIW Recommendation Letters
12. The Adjustment of Status for EB2 NIW
    
13. Concurrent or separate EB2 NIW application?
    
14. Understanding Retrogression: What It Means, Why It Happens, and How to Manage It
    
15. Traveling during green card process
    
16. Guide to Consular Processing for EB2 NIW green card
    

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