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Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 | noon – 1 p.m.

Resume & Cover Letter Workshop with Minnesota Public Radio (MPR)

Meet with Alicia Tran, Internship & Fellowship Program Manager at Minnesota Public Radio, for a workshop designed to equip participants with the essential skills needed to create compelling resumes and cover letters that stand out to employers.

  • Date: February 13th
  • Time: 12-1 p.m.
  • Location: Harmon Room, Library

Key topics include:

  • Understanding the difference between a resume and a cover letter
Choosing the right resume format (chronological, functional, or combination)
  • Writing powerful action-oriented bullet points that showcase accomplishments
  • Crafting a cover letter that complements and enhances the resume
  • Tailoring both documents for specific job applications
  • Avoiding common mistakes and pitfalls
  • Tips for making resumes ATS (Applicant Tracking System) friendly
  • Best practices for formatting, design, and organization

By the end of the workshop, participants will have an idea of how best to format their resumes and cover letters for their next job application. Come learn how to create a great resume to land that next job!

Contact: [email protected]

Audience: Students

Sponsor: Career Exploration

Listed under: Career Events, Front Page Events

Location

DeWitt Wallace Library - Harmon Room

110 Macalester St.

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