Resumes, cover letters and writing samples are the first, and sometimes only, opportunity to make a positive impression on an employer. They must be perfect. Your entire work history and educational ...

Cover letters are much more personal than resumes—the more personal, the better chance of getting attention and landing an interview.

Expand all items + What is the difference between a cover letter and resume? Although both the cover letter and resume outline your job history/experience, the cover letter draws more of an explicit ...

The purpose of a cover letter is to: demonstrate your interest in a position and the company, market yourself as the ideal candidate, explain any red flags that your resume might raise, explain how ...

A cover letter usually includes three to four paragraphs and answers the following questions: Hiring managers have numerous resumes and cover letters to sift through. They will spend less than 30 ...

A cover letter usually includes three to four paragraphs and answers the following questions: Hiring managers will spend less than 30 seconds looking at your resume. To stand out from the competition, ...

Be aware of job and internship application deadlines, and begin the resume approval process well before an application is due. Cover letters show your interest in a position and showcase your writing ...

Not all positions will request a cover letter, but we suggest you always include one with your application materials, when possible. When application instructions are to email your resume, consider ...

If you are applying to positions in academia, such as research fellowships, or to graduate schools, a CV-curriculum vita, an “academic” resume, may be what you need. A cover letter should be included ...