Where to start: Résumé and Cover Letters
Whether you have been working on your résumé, cover letter and references long before Pomona College, or this is your first time even thinking about how to put those materials together, the CDO is here to help guide you through that process, no matter what stage of your career journey you might find yourself in.
Below, please find some helpful tips and guidance on how to…
…write a résumé
What experiences and achievements have led you down your career path to where (and who) you are today? Your resume is a snapshot of your story. The CDO has a number of resources to assist in finding the right tools to help you achieve your career goals.
…write a curriculum vitae
Working on a résumé/CV, cover letter, interview skills, or more? The CDO has complied a number of resources to aid you in developing those skills.
…write a cover letter
What is a cover letter? A cover letter introduces you, explains your purpose for writing, highlights a few of your experiences or skills, and requests an opportunity to meet personally with the potential employer. Find examples and learn more about the best ways to write a cover letter that will help you stand out from the rest.
