{"id":392,"date":"2026-06-26T12:37:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T16:37:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/career-services\/?page_id=392"},"modified":"2026-07-07T09:43:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T13:43:23","slug":"resume-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/resume-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resume Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover fb-cover-text-box wp-duotone-black-and-white\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:100%;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/wp-content\/themes\/flintblock\/assets\/images\/sidewalk-art.jpg\" style=\"object-position:50% 95%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 95%\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background 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style=\"flex-basis:75%\">\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Resume &amp; Cover Letters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most employers will require job seekers to complete an application when applying for job opportunities using an online applicant tracking system. In the process of completing the online application, most employers will require you to submit a cover letter and resume.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">The Cover Letter&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A cover letter is a one-page document written in business letter format used to highlight your education, experience, and skills related to the position. This document should capture the reader\u2019s attention, while expressing your interest in the company\/job, and emphasize the top three or four characteristics meeting the job qualifications. The cover letter also serves as an introduction to the resume.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/cover-letter-guides\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cover Letter Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1cMVDaJSQJdGvDI_RQd1BCZUb--k5TwpL\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=105784594407982817132&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cover Letter Example<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start with a strong opening: Use a catchy introduction to grab the attention of the hiring manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customize your letter: Customize the letter to the job you\u2019re applying for. This helps you to show your enthusiasm for the role.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highlight your relevant skills: Focus on the qualifications that are most relevant to the position and explain how your experience and skills make you a good fit for the role.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use keywords: Use keywords from the job listing in your cover letter to help the hiring manager quickly identify that you\u2019re the best candidate for the job.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep it concise: A cover letter should be no longer than one page. Use bullet points to make it easy to read.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>End on a strong note: End with a statement about your enthusiasm for the opportunity and how you look forward to hearing back from them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">The Resume&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A resume is a document that summarizes a person\u2019s work experience, education, skills, and achievements. It\u2019s typically used to apply for job opportunities and helps employers quickly assess a candidate\u2019s qualifications for a role. Resumes typically include a professional summary, a work experience section, an education section, and a skills section. The format and content of a resume can vary depending on the industry and job position being applied for. A well-written and tailored resume can greatly increase a candidate\u2019s chances of getting hired for a job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/15REZLFUn0pqd4XkUcA9WOlGeMeKH0E_V\/view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resume and Professional Writing Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1-5Bs_NGZWLL7OnkwtecSi3l1YHV5xAW-\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Resume and Cover Letter Resource Packet<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/176llLnfVvEEsB8VbrgoXxzhAuvaWyG6w\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal Resume Writing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mlaunch.mivideo.it.umich.edu\/playlist\/dedicated\/208281963\/1_srypr2s8\/1_ux0zdzte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Additional Tips Video<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/career-services\/resume-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Additional Resume Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/intranet.umflint.edu\/scas\/resume-cover-letter\/#template\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">view sample resume templates<\/a>&nbsp;on the intranet page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resume &amp; Cover Letters Most employers will require job seekers to complete an application when applying for job opportunities using an online applicant tracking system. 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