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The Internship Application Process

Applying for an internship includes developing and targeting your resume and cover letter, providing the employer with a list of references, asking for a letter of recommendation, and sending out thank you notes after the interview. Developing an effective resume and cover letter are key to getting to the next stage of the process - obtaining an interview.
  1. Cover Letter Tips (7)
  2. Letters of Recommendation (4)
  3. Posting/ Emailing/Scanning (8)
  4. References (3)
  5. Resume Tips (14)
  6. Sample Cover Letters (13)
  7. Sample Resumes (12)
  8. Thank You Notes (8)

Is it Legal for Employers to Ask for Social Media Passwords?

Maryland has taken the first step to ban employers from asking employees or applicants for their Facebook passwords.

Internship Application Process

The internship application process may require a formal application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, reference letters, and a formal essay.

How to Write a First Resume - What Can I Include on a Resume

How to Write a First Resume - What Can I Include on a Resume

Know Your Legal Rights When Interviewing for an Internship or a Job

When interviewing for an internship there are a number of questions that are illegal for an employer to ask.

5 Easy Steps to Improve a Resume

Five easy steps to improve a resume includes valuable information on what employers look for when seeking qualified candidates.

How to Shorten a Resume - Avoid Writing a Long Resume

How to Shorten a Resume - Avoid Writing a Long Resume

What is a Professional Portfolio - What to Include in a Professional Portfolio?

What is a Professional Portfolio - What to Include in a Professional Portfolio?

Five Easy Steps to Improve Your Cover Letter & Get Yourself Noticed

A great cover letter can be what it takes to land an interview when looking for an internship or job.

How to Plan for Spring Break - Making Plans for Spring Break

How to Plan for Spring Break - Making Plans for Spring Break

Resume & Cover Letters

Resume and cover letter tips and samples from About.com.

Navigating the Government Job Hiring Process

Navigating the government hiring process can be challenging and exhausting but there is good news recently for those who are seeking government internships and jobs.

Resume Example for a Hair Stylist

Resume example for a hair stylist.

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