Prepare a Resume / Cover Letter

Your resume is usually one of the first things a prospective employer sees. Its purpose is to present your skills, achievements, and qualifications as effectively and briefly as possible. Your resume is your opportunity to market an interesting and exciting “product”—YOU!

The cover letter is your chance to connect the dots between your qualifications and what the employer wants or needs. You know exactly why you’re qualified for the position, but the employer may need help understanding what makes you such a unique, strong candidate. In a cover letter, you can spell this out for them!

Current students, have your resume and cover letter reviewed by a SBS Career Advisor. Schedule a 30-minute appointment on Handshake today!

SBS Resume GuideShare This: Share SBS Resume Guide on FacebookShare SBS Resume Guide on LinkedInShare SBS Resume Guide on X
Use the SBS Resume Guide to assist you with the formatting, content, and creation of your resume.

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Sample ResumesShare This: Share Sample Resumes on FacebookShare Sample Resumes on LinkedInShare Sample Resumes on X
This resource contains a variety of sample resumes that are appropriate for SBS majors.  Use these as a formatting guide.  …

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SBS Cover Letter: How-To GuideShare This: Share SBS Cover Letter: How-To Guide on FacebookShare SBS Cover Letter: How-To Guide on LinkedInShare SBS Cover Letter: How-To Guide on X
The cover letter is your chance to tell your story, highlighting your skills and qualifications through using the STAR method.

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SBS Resume Review RubricShare This: Share SBS Resume Review Rubric on FacebookShare SBS Resume Review Rubric on LinkedInShare SBS Resume Review Rubric on X
Before you use your resume to apply for something, run it through this rubric to make sure you are submitting …

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The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third EditionShare This: Share The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition on FacebookShare The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition on LinkedInShare The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition on X
A proper résumé and effective job-hunting skills can go a long way in getting a foot in the door. An …

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Building Federal Resumes and more with Go GovernmentShare This: Share Building Federal Resumes and more with Go Government on FacebookShare Building Federal Resumes and more with Go Government on LinkedInShare Building Federal Resumes and more with Go Government on X
No matter your experience level, if you are curious about obtaining work in the government, this site is designed to …

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Prepare a Resume / Cover Letter

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SBS Resume Guide

Sample Resumes

SBS Cover Letter: How-To Guide

SBS Resume Review Rubric

The Vault Guide to Resumes and Job-Hunting Skills, Third Edition

Building Federal Resumes and more with Go Government