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Applying is the easy part. Becoming the kind of student colleges want to admit? That starts long before senior year.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Crafting a strong resume may feel like a daunting task, but college is the perfect time to develop this essential skill—especially entering a competitive field like engineering. A well-crafted resume should clearly and concisely communicate relevant experiences and qualifications,…
Friday, May 2, 2025
Updating your resume, navigating applicant tracking systems (ATS), and securing an interview can feel overwhelming. It doesn’t have to be.
Friday, March 7, 2025
Northwestern’s Career Development office has put together a list of 20 tips to help you make a great first impression and land the interview.
Friday, January 12, 2024
A resume often serves as an organization’s first impression of you. It tells the recruiter or hiring manager objective information about you which can be used to decide if an interview is the appropriate next step. For this reason, your resume should professionally communicate the most…
Tuesday, April 19, 2022
If you are considering a career change, your resume can feel like a barrier to getting an interview. But that doesn’t need to be true! Much (if not all) of your experience is transferrable and useful, if presented in…
Friday, November 2, 2018
Ok, it’s all good. You’ve answered the heavy questions during your job interview for what you believe may be your dream job. You’ve got this job in the bag. But then, a sudden pause. Your next moments are crucial.
Thursday, February 8, 2018
UNW’s Career Development has helped to take the fear out of resume writing. After reading through these steps, you will be able to turn this humble document into your very own career launch-pad.
Sunday, April 30, 2017