Your Resume & Cover Letter

When you are job hunting you use a resume and cover letter to apply for jobs.

A resume is a document that summarizes your education, work, and volunteer experiences.

• You should make one resume with all your experiences and use it as a template. You can then edit the template to match the job position.

• Use keywords in your resume that are found in the job posting. Make sure you meet the required qualifications for the job.

• Proofread your resume for spelling and grammar errors.

• Follow the directions on the job posting when submitting your resume.

A cover letter is attached to your resume. The cover letters tells the employer that you are interest in a position. It also gives an introduction of who you are to the employer.

It is important to create a good cover letter or resume, as it is the first thing an employer sees about you. To learn more about cover letters and resumes, please visit Settlement.org.

To find help in Chatham-Kent with writing a resume and cover letter, see our Job Hunting page.