Resumes + Cover Letters + More

Resumes + Cover Letters

Writing an effective resume (HANDOUT)

SAMPLE public policy / planning resumes
SAMPLE Skills Profiles
WEBINAR: Tailoring Your Resume (recorded 2-12-13)

Cover letters that matter (HANDOUT)

SAMPLE cover letters
WEBINAR: Writing Compelling Cover Letters (recorded 10-4-2012)

Sample annotated reference sheet

Professional Portfolios

Designing and using a professional portfolio

Public Service Skills + Competencies List

Skills and competencies used in public service careers

Making Professional Connections (Networking)

The art of networking and informational interviewing
Career outreach for the reluctant
Sample questions to ask in an informational interview

Interviewing Skills

Thoughts on interviewing skills

Interviewing well (PowerPoint)

Practice your job interviewing skills online with InterviewStream

Salary Negotiation

Negotiating salary and benefits in public service careers