Create a Resume / Cover Letter

Your professional documents are often an employer or graduate school’s first impression of you so you want to make sure they are effective at communicating your unique skills and interests. Explore the resources below to strengthen your documents or schedule an appointment on Ship Career Connection with professional staff and peer consultants to have your documents reviewed.

For sample resumes by major please see the “Resume Templates by Major” resources below.

Note: both Templates and Examples are found within the same document.

From AI to video applications: can using technology help your job application stand out?

Every job applicant wants to set themselves apart from other candidates that are coming into a hiring manager’s inbox. But the job market is very competitive – studies show that an average job opening receives roughly 250 job applications. For competitive …

By Samantha Clark - College Recruiter
College Recruiter
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4 Great Tips for an Effective Cover Letter

When you’re locked into a serious job search it’s incredibly important to stand out from the multitude of other applicants, as things can get pretty competitive and hiring managers won’t waste their time on dull and repetitive applications. One way …

By Rob Porter - Firsthand
Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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5 Essential Resume Tips for Students

The job market is competitive, so if you’re a student or recent graduate on the job hunt, you need to make sure your resume is compelling and persuasive. The good news is there are several small tweaks to make that …

By Andrew Fennell - Firsthand
Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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What Is a CV (Curriculum Vitae)?

As you’re searching for a job, you may notice that some postings ask you to submit your resume and others ask you for a CV. While you likely already know what a resume is, you might be wondering about a …

By Rachel Pelta - Forage
Forage
Showcase your skills. Find your career fit.
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Get Your Resume Noticed In Seven Seconds or Less

You’ve been applying for jobs for what feels like forever, but you’re not getting anywhere: no interviews, let alone job offers.

A common reason you’re missing out on the interview round? Issues with your resume.

The average recruiter spends only …

By Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec
Ivy Exec is your dedicated career development resource.
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