Resumes, Cover Letters & Interview Prep
Resumes
A resume highlights your skills and experience. Tailor it to each job, and use tools
like
BigInterview to boost your chances of getting an interview.
Key Tips:
- Customize your resume for each job
- Match keywords from the job description
- Include both full terms and abbreviations
- Avoid using tables
- Use screen-friendly fonts
- Stick to reverse chronological format
- Save as both .docx and PDF
Cover Letters
A cover letter explains your interest in the company or position and highlights how your skills and experience can benefit the employer.
See resources below for information to help you with the cover letter writing process.
Interview Preparation
Contact us
Rancho Campus
- (909) 652-6233
- careercenter@chaffey.edu
- SSA-120 - Transfer & Career Center
- Hours:
Monday & Thursday:
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday:
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Virtual Drop-In Assistance
Monday & Thursday:7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday:
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Conexed Career Virtual Lobby
- If you are unable to connect during these hours, please email us at: careercenter@chaffey.edu
Resume/Cover Letter Review Appointments
The Transfer and Career Center offers personalized appointments for students who need assistance with their resumes, cover letters, and interview preparation. To schedule your session, please call us at (909)652-6233 or go to https://tinyurl.com/CCResumes
