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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 …

How to write an effective cover letter (with samples)

You will have to prepare a number of materials for employers while looking for a job. One type of document …

Resumes: Writing about your skills

Your resume provides an overview of your experience and is often an employer’s first impression of you. Recruiters spend just …

Resume checklist and worksheet

Your resume provides a brief snapshot of your experience and is often an employer’s first impression of you. Recruiters spend …