Resumes, Cover Letters & Application Materials

As you start preparing for your desired career path, develop a strong resume, cover letter, and online presence to showcase your qualifications. These foundational marketing documents, combined with the acquisition of relevant skills and knowledge through classes and experiential learning, form a powerful recruiting portfolio to advance your desired career path. 

Each resume and Cover Letter is unique, and our Career Coaches want to help you create an honest, authentic document that sings your accomplishments. They’ll guide you as you make decisions on how long it is, what to keep on it, and how to fill gaps.

Career Prep Series: How to Land a Great Summer Internship (Even if You’re a First-Year)

by Shivy Mannengi, an Tech, Data & Engineering intern

Welcome back to the world of career prep through the eyes of a fellow student!

Summer internships are the stress on almost every WashU student’s mind. I remember when I was …

By Robin Shepard
Robin Shepard Assistant Director, Career Development
Read more

Career Prep Series: Crafting Your Tech Resume

by Shivy Mannengi, an TDE intern

Hi everyone! I hope you’re all settling into the semester well – I know it’s been a busy first month. This is Shivy Mannengi, an intern in the TDE department at the WashU CCE. …

By Robin Shepard
Robin Shepard Assistant Director, Career Development
Read more

Sidebar

Updates from the Center for Career Engagement

Labor Market InsightsIn partnership withLightcast logo

Students working with members of the career team at WashU.

Type in a keyword to select a relevant occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Career & Industry Guides