Many jobs require a resume and having an effective resume can greatly increase your chance of getting the job you want. A cover letter tailored to the specific job for which you are applying is critical.
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Parts of a Resume
- Heading (always)
- Name and contact information (full name, address, phone, and email)
- Education (always)
- List degrees, most recent first
- Experience
- List most recent first
- Use bulleted statements
- Start statements with action words
- Activities (optional)
- List relevant activities and leadership positions first
- Add details to demonstrate experience and skills
- Include honors and awards
- Skills
- Highlight your skills (i.e., computer hardware/software, foreign language proficiencies, etc)
- Include level of proficiency (i.e., beginner, intermediate, etc.)
- List any certifications
- References
- Request permission before adding someone as a reference
- References should be listed on a separate page formatted to match your resume
Sample Student Resume Template
Sample Functional Resume Template
Sample Reference Page Template
Parts of a Cover Letter
- Heading (always)
- Same as Resume
- First Paragraph
- Mention the job title
- Tell how you heard about the position
- State your belief that your skills fit the job description
- Second Paragraph
- Summarize how your experience, education, and personal qualities prepare you for the position
- Third Paragraph
- Reiterate your interest in the position
- Specify the next steps -- request a personal meeting, etc.
- Thank the employer for their consideration