8 resume hacks that will get you noticed by applicant tracking systems

Most students and recent grads don’t realize that their first “interview” isn’t with a recruiter or hiring manager. It’s with software. Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are designed to scan resumes, rank candidates, and decide whose applications get in front of …

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How to overcome the black hole of applicant tracking systems | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep52

On this week’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast, we tackle the mystery of why your resume seems to vanish into a black hole after you apply for jobs online. That black hole has a name: the Applicant …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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Your Resume Might Not Cut It (Here’s Why)

What are the three universal signs that might get your resume skipped over or trashed?

By Greg Denon
Greg Denon Associate Dean, Career Services & Cooperative Education
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Federal Resume 101: Everything You Need to Know

When applying for a federal job, your resume needs to stand out in a very specific way. Unlike a typical private-sector resume, a federal resume requires detailed information, specific formatting, and a deeper focus on your experience and qualifications.

Understanding …

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How to Write Your Expected Graduation Date on Your Resume (with Examples)

Crafting the perfect resume is no easy task—especially if you’re still in school and wondering how to handle your almost-there-but-not-quite-yet graduation date. Should you mention it? How should you list it? And can it help you land an internship or

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Effective Resume Writing Guide

PDF: Check out our guide to write and format your best resume.

C.V. Guide

Learn more about what to include, formatting conditions and more through our C.V. guide

Job Search Letters Guide

PDF: Cover Letter, Letter of Inquiry, Informational Interview Request, Thank you/Follow-up Letter

Simple Resume Template

This simple resume template works very well with job application platforms. Avoiding graphics, tables and columns makes it easier for …

Federal Resume Guide

Federal jobs, especially those applied to through USAJobs.gov, require a specific approach to your resume. The federal government has a …

Sample Cover Letter 2: Prospecting Letter

PDF: Sample cover letter for an opportunity you learned about through a contact at the company.

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