Every communication counts when you are contacting a potential decision-maker. Whether it’s a resume, cover letter, statement of purpose, or e-mail—be sure to do some research first. To be effective, you need to demonstrate your knowledge of who they are and/or what they are looking for. You also need to know enough about yourself and what you’re looking for that you can present your skills, interests, and/or goals in a way that’s relevant to your audience. General, impersonal, or one-size-fits-all documents aren’t going to make the kind of impression that gets you to the next step. Take a look at the resources provided below for more information on how to make sure you are prepared for your job search process.

Resumes

Cover Letters

References

Portfolios

Communicating Essentials

Job Search Strategy & Research

Networking

Interviews