Resumes, Cover Letters and References
Your resume and cover letter should concisely highlight your career goals, education, field experiences, work experiences, activities, special skills and accomplishments in a manner that will market you effectively for the particular position you are pursuing. For more information about resumes, cover letters, and references, please refer to the Career Readiness Guide.
Resume
A resume is a one to two-page document that highlights a job seekers experiences and qualifications for employers of interest. It is an employer's first impression of you so it is important that the document concisely highlight your career goals, education, field experiences, work experiences, activities, special skills and accomplishments in a manner that will market you effectively. You only get one shot to make a good first impression! Schedule an appointment with the Career Development Center through Navigate to review your document before sending it to an employer.
Resume Templates
- General Resume Template (DOCX)
- Handshake Resume Template (Google Doc)
- Art and Design Resume Template (DOCX)
- Biological Sciences Resume Template (DOCX)
- Business Resume Template (DOCX)
- Communication Resume Template (DOCX)
- Communication Sciences and Disorders Resume Template (DOCX)
- Computer Science Resume Template (DOCX)
- Education Resume Template (DOCX)
- Student Teaching Resume Template (DOCX)
- Liberal Arts Resume Template (DOCX)
- Nursing Resume Template (DOCX)
- Social Science Resume Template (DOCX)
Handshake provides students with helpful resources and tips for developing employment documents such as Resumes including How to Create a Student or New Graduate Resume.
Cover Letter
A cover letter is a one-page document that introduces yourself and your resume to an employer. This document highlights your skills, experience, and education and encourages the reader to read your resume. An original cover letter should be written for each position you apply and highlight your most significant qualities as it relates to the position you are applying.
Cover Letter Template
- Cover Letter Template (PDF/DOCX)
- Handshake Cover Letter Template (Google Doc)
Handshake also provides students with helpful resources and tips for developing employment documents such as Cover Letters including a Free Cover Letter Template for Students and New Graduates.