Résumés, Cover Letters and Interviews
A résumé is a concise way to introduce yourself to a potential employer and an interview is your chance to show an employer that you will be a good fit for the position and the company. Both are job search essentials. Below are tools which will help you create or refine your résumé and help you put your best foot forward.
Workshops are offered periodically each semester. For the latest offerings, see the
Events Calendar.
Interested in watching a video on how to write a résumé? Go to LinkedIn Learning by logging into the campus portal, clicking on the Student tab, then Student Resources.
LinkedIn Learning is located under the "Class Resources" section. Start your search in LinkedIn Learning with "Writing a Resume."
Get Set for Success
Résumés and Cover Letters
- Before you begin, see the components of a résumé and cover letter. Here you will find some helpful tips.
Résumé and Cover Letter Essentials - Here is a Resume Checklist you can use to see if you have covered the elements in your résumé.
- Filling in the Résumé Worksheet can help you get started on writing the content of your résumé.
Résumé Worksheet - You are always welcome to attend a Career Center Résumé Workshop or drop in for individual assistance.
Chronological Google Resume Example (To Edit Example: Click File <Make a Copy> <Rename 'Your Name - Resume")
Chronological Résumé Example (Word Format to Edit: Click <Save As> and store file on your computer
Functional Résumé and Reasons for Use
Functional Résumé Template (Word format)
Including action words in your résumé can be a powerful tool to communicate your work history. Remember to use present tense
when describing your accomplishments and responsibilities for a current job, and past
tense for former jobs.
Action Words for Résumés
Sample Reference Page
Cover Letter Template (Word format)
You can use this worksheet to list the employer's ideal candidate based on the job
description and mark how much you qualify for the position, along with providing specific
examples that show your qualifications.
Ideal Candidate Worksheet
Interviews and Information Interviews
The guideline below is packed with information to help you feel more confident before
your job interview. You are welcome to drop in or make an appointment to do mock interview
practice sessions, too.
Guidelines for an Effective Interview
Watch Mastering Common Interview Questions
- Open your campus account and click on Student Resources
- Under Class Resources, click on LinkedIn Learning
- In the search field, enter "Mastering Common Interview Questions"
- View the course
Information Interviews are a great way to gain experience interviewing and to learn
more about professionals and organizations in which you are interested. They are interviews
YOU request and set up. Please feel free to come by the Career Center to find out
more and how we can help your career development and job search.
Information Interviewing