Introduction to Résumés and Cover Letters

A counselor going over a résumé with a student.

The most important tool you have on a résumé is language.

—Jay Samit, digital media innovator

Learning Objectives

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

  • Define the purpose and contents of a résumé
  • Identify characteristics of an effective résumé
  • Identify characteristics of an effective cover letter

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