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Resumes and a letter of interest tell a potential employer a great deal about you. A well-written resume can help you make the right first impression and land you an interview. Including a letter of interest gives you an extra opportunity to promote your candidacy.

Tips for Writing Effective Resumes

• Keep your resume short; one page is usually the best length
• Use a simple, easy to read format
• Have someone proof-read your resume for clarity and to catch errors
• Include both your educational and professional histories but leave out extraneous personal information
• Use plain language and action verbs to describe your skills and responsibilities (e.g. implement, process, write, coordinate)

Tips for Writing an Effective Letter of interest

• A letter of interest should be very short and make three points:
  • Introduce you as an applicant for the job
  • State why you would be a good candidate
  • Indicate your interest in interviewing for the position
• Tailor your letter of interest to fit each position
• Use standard business letter format

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