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Create a Resume / Cover Letter

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A resume and cover letter are commonly used by employers to help gain insight into previous job experience and qualifications you may have had. This is also a great way to “sell” yourself to let employers know that you are the right fit for their company!


The Career Center team has created a template for helpful tips and tricks for Resume/Cover letter help!
(Scroll down to “resources” to download the template.)

Need help? Make an in-person or Zoom appointment.

Relevant Books

  • The Cover Letter Book by James Innes
  • Cover Letter Magic by Wendy Enelow and Louise Kursmark
  • The Elements of Resume Style by Scott Bennett
  • Job Search by Steven Mostyn
  • The No Experience Job Search

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Career Resources

Contact & Location

Phone
360-688-2835
Address

Administrative Office:
Center for Career and Calling: Old Main 257
Internship Navigators:
Internship Hub: Harned Hall 113
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
Daily Drop-in Appointment Only (via Zoom)
Monday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm 4:00 - 7:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am- 4:00 pm 4:00 - 7:00 pm