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Application Materials

Resume and pen laying on desk

While a great resume and cover letter alone probably won’t get you a job (if you’re not networking with the companies you want to work for and getting referred for positions), they are often still a very important part of the process.

Writing effective resumes and cover letters takes more than just putting your experiences on paper – it involves marketing yourself and carefully targeting your skills and experiences to each position you apply for. In this section, you’ll be able to learn everything you need to know to craft effective application materials.

How would you like to get help?

Option 1 – Virtual Workshops

Take an online, interactive workshop at any time. Virtual workshops on both Resumes and Cover Letters are available to help you learn how to craft application documents that effectively market your qualifications for the positions you’re applying for.

Take a Virtual Workshop

Option 2 – Handouts

Get a handout on resumes, cover letters, applicant tracking systems, or CVs for a quick overview, tips, format guidance, and walkthroughs.

Get a Handout

Option 3 – Videos

You can watch a 1-minute introduction to targeting your resume, or our full Career Launch Week session on how to create effective resumes.

Watch a Video

Option 4 – Resume Samples

See samples for your major, or for types of activities you may have participated in. Resume Samples

Option 5 – AI Resources

Get tips and sample prompts to help you use generative AI tools more effectively when writing resumes and cover letters.

AI Career Resources

Option 6 – Career Services Appointments

Want personalized assistance? Make an appointment with Career Services. Choose between in-person, video, or email.

Make an Appointment

Option – AI Resources

Get tips and sample prompts to help you use generative AI tools more effectively when writing resumes and cover letters.