Résumé/CV & Cover Letters

Résumé/CV & Cover Letters

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	Résumés	Cover Letters	Curriculum Vitae	LinkedIn
Resources	Résumé Cover Letter Quick Guide Résumé Samples Skills Résumé Sample Cover Letter Samples Video – How to Write Effective Resume Bullet Points Essential Skills List		Curriculum Vita Guide Sample STEM CV Sample Humanities CV	LinkedIn Profile Checklist   LinkedIn for Students
Goal	To obtain an interview for a job outside of academia	To make a connection between you and the employer in hopes of obtaining an interview	Showcase academic, research and professional accomplishments to grad school, academic positions, or grants	Online resume and networking tool helping to establish yourself professionally and explore career opportunities
Audience	Employers and networking contacts	Hiring Manager or Department Director	Admissions committees, Academics	Recruiters and Employers, UHD Alumni and current Gators, Industry Professionals, Professors, Professional Contacts, and Potential Collaborators (those who might want to partner with you regarding projects or research)
Focus/Content	Contribution-based: How did you make a difference where you worked? Targeted to the industry/position	Persuasive: Give examples of how your story connects you to the company culture and addresses the skills they require in the job description	Experience-based: Why are you an expert in your field? Complete history of academic, professional, and career related activities	Persuasive: Be personable and professional and showcase your value as a potential employee or colleague through your skills, experiences, and career goals
Length	Shorter is better Typically 1 page for entry level	No more than 1 page	As long as necessary. Length can indicate accomplishments. Typically 1-4 pages	Unlimited –actively engage using pictures and video and tell your aspiring career story!