Resume & Cover Letter Writing

PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD

It’s important to make your résumé clean and easily readable, and include results and impact wherever possible. Don’t be afraid to list course projects, volunteer work, and campus or community involvement. Your examples should include action verbs and focus on the skills you have gained, not just what you have done. Give the reader results! For the cover letter, always tailor what you write to the position offered, and keep it relevant to the skills required in the description.

LET’S GET TO WORK

Whether you are preparing for a co-op search or a job search, the Center for Cooperative Education and Career Development has the resources you need to be successful. If you haven’t met with a Co-op + Career Advisor yet, give us a call at 617-989-4101 to schedule an appointment and we’ll get you started on the right track.

Resources

Resume Guide

A resume is a targeted summation of your education, skills, and experience. A great resume is easy to scan, highlights …

Cover Letter Guide

A cover letter is a formal business letter used to draw connections between an applicant’s past experiences and the position …

Technical Skills

Check out this list of technical competencies and professional skills employers are looking for by major.

Action Verbs

Need help selecting the right action verb for your resume?

Cover Letter Rubric

Use this guide to help you evaluate your cover letter and make improvements.

Cover Letter Worksheet

Use this worksheet to set up the structure of your cover letter and begin brainstorming content.

News and Advice

Explore the latest news, advice, industry insights,

and tips for scoring your dream job and advancing your career.

 

WHEN YOU SECURE A CO-OP

Please let us know by registering on LeopardWeb and reporting your hire through WITworks. International students who secure mandatory co-ops must follow instructions on the reporting and work authorization process.