Refresh Your Resume and Cover Letter for a COVID-19 Job Market

Is your resume ready to help you stand out in today’s job market? Do you know how to write a cover letter that is both interesting and value-driven?

No matter where you are in your job search, having an up-to-date resume and cover letter template is an important piece in communicating your value.

Join us for this webinar on developing critical content and applying formatting tips to help you create a resume that grabs attention and showcases your accomplishments. Learn how applicant tracking systems work and how to use keywords in your resume so it scans well. We will also cover how to write a cover letter that answers what are often employer's top questions about job seekers, especially now during Covid-19. Together we will dig into effective ways to refresh and revamp your resume and cover letters.

Be sure you have a version of your resume on hand to reference during the workshop.

You'll receive the Zoom link for this event via an email two hours and one hour in advance.

About the instructors:

Rebecca Andersen is Director of Career Services at the UC Berkeley Information School. A career changer herself, Rebecca is a popular career workshop leader and frequently presents to mid-career professionals and career changers.

Ruthann Haffke was Director of Career Services for the UC Berkeley School of Public Health and now does career advising there. Throughout her career, Ruthann has led workshops and guided students and alumni in the process of career exploration and successful career change.

You may also be interested in our morning workshop on July 25, Using Design Thinking Tools to Develop Your Career Goals, 10-11:30 am.