Resume & Cover Letter Development
Resume Development
A resume is a brief written account of your education, professional experiences, qualifications, leadership, activities and skills. It introduces you to prospective employers and shows how your education, experiences and skills may benefit their organization. The primary purpose of the resume is to get an interview.
- Resume Development [pdf]
- Action Verb List for Resumes [pdf]
- Sample Resume 1 [doc]
- Sample Resume 2 [doc]
- Sample Resume 3 [doc]
- Sample Resume 4 [doc]
- Sample Resume 5 [doc]
Cover Letter Development
A cover letter is sent with your resume to provide more information about your experiences and interest in a particular organization. Cover letters provide an opportunity for you to more specifically introduce yourself to an organization and express interest in employment opportunities.
- Cover Letter Development [pdf]
- Sample Cover Letter 1 [doc]
- Sample Cover Letter 2 [doc]
- Sample Cover Letter 3 [doc]
The Thank You Letter
The thank you letter is key to effective interview follow-up! Typically sent within 24 hours of the interview, this letter is used to express your appreciation as well as to strengthen your candidacy for the position.