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Tips for an Effective Resume

Writing a resume can be a challenge, especially if you are a new college graduate. Even if you have held part-time jobs, they were probably not in your preferred profession and the application and interviewing process was informal. When applying for you’re first professional job, you must create a resume that will be read by potential employers and that will optimize the chance that you will be invited for an formal interview. You will probably have very little previous experience to list, so you will need to focus on your education, skills, and what you will be able to offer a prospective employer.

Cover Letter

At AJO, we know that an effective resume is of no use if no one reads it. You will need to compose a cover letter—sometimes referred to as a letter of application—to send with your resume. The cover letter should serve as a personal introduction and give the employer a reason to look at your resume. In terms of layout and design, you should always include information about the following items on your resume:

Getting Help

Creating an effective cover letter and resume may seem like an overwelming task. If there is a Career Center at your college, be sure to seek assistance their. Our AJO website includes links to numerous sources of information that that will help you create a winning resume. When you look at the job posting on our website, look carefully for key words, and try to match your education and skills to those that the employer is seeking.