Resumes & Cover Letters

When it comes time to apply for a job or internship, many of us feel stuck figuring out how to explain our background and experiences in a way that will be compelling to employers. It is common for job seekers to under-sell the great skills they have developed to date.

A research project conducted at DU showed that recruiters scored applicant resumes higher when job seekers had incorporated feedback from a career advisor before applying. Below are a few resources to get you started on your resume and cover letter, but it is critically important to get feedback on your materials as well!

Resume & Cover Letter Reviews

We highly recommend a resume and cover letter review to ensure your materials shine!

Students: Schedule an appointment with a career or peer advisor via PCO or visit our daily drop in hours to receive immediate feedback without an appointment.

Alumni: We’re happy to provide feedback on your resume. Simply email your resume in a Microsoft Word format to alumnicareers@du.edu and one of our expert career coaches will provide feedback within 3 business days.

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Featured Resources


Introduction to CVs

Learn how a CV (Curriculum Vitae) differs from a resume and how to get started.

Strengthening Your Resume

Here’s a quick guide to writing strong descriptions of past experiences via bullet statements. This resource includes a three-part “formula”, …

The Career Milestones

The Career Milestones will help you achieve your professional goals. Engage with your career journey at any point. Undergraduates should …

How to Construct a Cover Letter (Korbel MA Students)

Click “View Resource” for a helpful PDF that provides tips on writing a cover letter for employment opportunities!

Screen Reader Accessible Resume Toolkit (Korbel MA Students)

Click here to access examples of resumes that are screen reader accessible.

Sample Resume MS: Health Informatics

Resume sample for a Master’s student studying Health Informatics.


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