Resumes, cover letters and CVs will be important documents to develop when searching for jobs, internships and other opportunities. Below are tips for getting started with a resume, cover letter and curriculum vitae. We encourage you to draft these documents and bring them by Career and Professional Development to have a Career Fellow conduct an initial review before making an appointment with a career advisor.
Preparing for an interview should begin even before you apply for opportunities. Career and Professional Development offers several interviewing preparation resources and can help you understand what to expect. Interviewing is a developed skill that needs to be practiced and perfected. In addition our resources, come into our office for handouts and tips to build your interviewing confidence.
Today, a simple click of a button has become the major way employers get to know you professionally and personally. For this reason, developing your online professional presence is of utmost importance through both social and professional networking sites.
Practice Interviewing. Anytime. Anywhere.
In addition to the use of social media and LinkedIn, a digital portfolio can help candidates set themselves apart from the competition. A cohesive and professional online presence is becoming a necessary piece of the job search. Learn more about why you need a digital portfolio, how to create one, examples and next steps.