1. Resumes & Letters of Recommendation (And some Cover Letters too!)
Jo Ortel & Ashleigh Herrera ’13

2. When writing your resume:
Keep your intended position in mind
Keep things relevant
Use action verbs
Quantify whenever possible
I processed entries and installed works
I processed over 300 entries and installed 30 works over the course of 2 weeks.
PROOFREADING IS IMPORTANT

3. It’s not just what is in your resume…
It’s how you present it too!
Formatting is important!
White space
What looks good?
Simple Fonts!
NO SERIFS
Create a letterhead for yourself
Make yourself stand out
Use quality paper
Details!

4. What a difference a year makes!
Look for opportunities to build your resume
Volunteering, changing jobs, special projects
Take relevant courses
Set up a calendar to regularly update your resume
Don’t forget awards and honors
Have multiple people look over your resume

5. A Good Cover Letter Should Include:
Personalization!
Know the name of the person you are writing to
Know something about the institution
Why do you want this internship in particular?
What skills would you like to gain?
What will you contribute to the institution?
When are you available? (hours, weeks)