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Resumes, cover letters, portfolios, and CVs

A strong resume, cover letter, portfolio, and/or CV have the power to get you in the door to the interview stage. These documents are essential to making the case for why you have the skills and experience to excel at the job and within the organization and team.

Resumes, cover letters, portfolios, and CVs should be tailored to the job at hand and should be checked thoroughly before submitting to make sure you are putting your best foot forward.

 

Using AI for cover letters

Using AI to assist with applying for jobs can be a powerful and tempting tool to utilize. Doing so can save time and empower you to create the strongest job Using AI to assist with applying for jobs can be …

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Preparing your first college resume

Whether you are applying for internships, research opportunities, on-campus jobs, or another opportunity, your resume is often the first impression you make. This self-paced course will introduce you to the basics of resumes: what they are, why they matter, and …

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AI uses for resume writing

AI tools are easier than ever to access, and using one to help with your resume can seem like a good idea. In many cases, it can be, but like any tool, it depends on how you use it. This …

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Make your resume* ATS-friendly

Did you know that about 99% of Fortune 500 companies use some form of applicant tracking system (ATS) to streamline their recruitment? Given that this is a vital part of company recruitment, understanding the mechanics of an ATS may help …

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Enhance your resume: A guide for first-year undergraduates

As a first-year student, you may be overwhelmed with transitioning your high school resume into one that is ready to secure all sorts of great experiences at MIT.

This guide will help provide the basics, and as you have specific …

By Erik Pavesic
Erik Pavesic Assistant Director, Career Advising & Training
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Using AI for cover letters

Using AI to assist with applying for jobs can be a powerful and tempting tool to utilize. Doing so can …

Preparing your first college resume

Whether you are applying for internships, research opportunities, on-campus jobs, or another opportunity, your resume is often the first impression …

AI uses for resume writing

AI tools are easier than ever to access, and using one to help with your resume can seem like a …

Did you know that about 99% of Fortune 500 companies use some form of applicant tracking system (ATS) to streamline …

Application materials for PhDs and Postdocs: Examples and how-to guides

These resources are designed for MIT PhDs and postdocs to serve as guides through the process of career document preparation. …

Professional correspondence guidelines (with samples)

Whether you are sending a follow-up email, requesting a new interview date, negotiating aspects of an offer package, or declining …

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