Parents: Resumes, Letters and Interviews

Resumes:

Resume Writing Packet [pdf]:

Standard guidelines and expectations in resume writing, resume samples, and great action verbs to use when describing experiences.

Resume Makeover:

An easy way to dramatically improve your resume

Cover letters:

How to Write a Cover Letter [pdf]:

Tips on how to address the employer and what to write in each paragraph.

Sample Cover Letter [pdf]

Common Cover Letter Questions

Interviews:

Interview Tips [pdf]

InterviewStream:

Have a virtual mock interview from the comfort of your own home (as long as you have a webcam) or come to the Career Center to practice!

Career Etiquette in a Business Interview [pdf]:

A run-through of general guidelines and how to handle sticky situations during lunch/dinner interviews.

Interview Etiquette Around the World [pdf]

How culture impacts etiquette Phone Interviews:

The differences and similarities between a standard, in-person interview and a phone interview.

Thank You Letters [pdf]:

Everything you should include in a “thank you” note to an employer after interviewing.