Career workshop: Resume & Cover Letter

This will be a discussion-based workshop in a friendly and talkative environment where we can learn together, ask questions, and share ideas about building stronger job application materials. We will go over:

• The different types of resumes and when each type may be useful
• What makes a resume strong, clear, and easy for employers to understand
• How to prioritize the experiences and skills that are most relevant to the job you are seeking
• How to tailor your resume for a specific position instead of using the same resume for every application
• How to translate military duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments into civilian skills and language
• How to highlight transferable skills such as leadership, teamwork, communication, organization, problem-solving, and responsibility
• How student organizations, leadership roles, volunteer work, internships, extracurricular activities, and other experiences can strengthen a resume
• The purpose of a cover letter and how it complements your resume
• How to write a strong and targeted cover letter that explains your interest and prompts a hiring committee to invite you for an interview