Resume and cover letter

A resume is a snapshot of your skills and experiences. It’s a marketing tool that aims to grab the employer's attention and land you an interview. To create a strong resume, highlight your education, work history, and transferable skills. Showcase how your skills and past experiences qualify you for the position you are applying to.

Remember every job seeker is unique, please contact Career Services for help in creating a professional resume and cover letter.

Online resume resources

Resume.com is a great tool for anyone looking to create or improve a resume. Whether you need to make a resume for the first time or revise the one you have, this site is easy-to-use and provides guidance on content and format so you can create a job-winning resume. You can also download your complete resume directly from the website.

Cover letter 

A cover letter is usually sent with a resume when applying to a job and helps you expand on information provided in your resume relevant to the position. You can use a cover letter to introduce yourself to an organization and describe how your interests and skills relate to the desired position. 

There is an easy-to-use cover letter builder on Resume.com or you can view this template to create one on your own.

Check out tips on how to use AI to update your resume or cover letter.