Application documents

It is important to consider your values, needs, interests and skills when applying for a job. Explore resources for reflection as you decide whether or not to apply for a job.

A cover letter is a one-page persuasive document submitted alongside a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV). Learn more about writing cover letters that send a strong first impression.

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) help organizations manage recruiting and hiring. Applicants who understand how ATS work may achieve job application success.

A résumé provides information about your job qualifications to a potential employer. In this section explore resources for résumé writing.

Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) is a relatively new and rapidly evolving technology. This section will provide tips, strategies and important considerations for responsible use of GenAI.

Action verbs are a critical component of the résumé writing process. Action verbs are words that express an action and communicate to a potential employer what you are capable of. Explore action verbs as you craft your résumé.

When applying for jobs, it can be challenging to remember where you applied, which application package you used and the responsibilities listed in the job posting when you have an interview coming up.