A resume is a marketing document designed to demonstrate how your experiences, strengths, and skills fit the needs of a particular opportunity. The resume aims to get an interview, not provide an autobiography. The resources on this page will help you summarize your relevant experience and education compellingly yet concisely.
Below you will find a number of resources to help you improve your resume. To get feedback on your document, consider one of the following:
Resumes and Curriculum Vitae are essential application materials to have prepared before applying for jobs, internships, or research opportunities, though …
We are excited to offer over a dozen great examples of resumes and Curriculum Vitae (CVs) geared towards a variety …
Action verbs are a great way to start bullet points on your resume, particularly when describing your skills and accomplishments …
This resource lists 8 career readiness competencies, defines them, and provides sample behaviors that would indicate skill in each area. …
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