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Anticipated deliverable(s)
By the end of today’s workshop, you should have:
- A working draft of your cover letter.
- An updated resume that incorporates new content or revisions from Fall quarter.
Learning objectives
By the end of today’s workshop, you should be able to:
- Format and design cover letters using Bren best practices.
- Tailor cover letters to specific job postings, with each section clearly marketing their skills and experiences for the role.
- Explain the role of a strong cover letter within the overall job search process.
Pre-workshop Prep
Review resume feedback
Review resume feedback from your Fall Career Appointment and bring your resume to this session to continue refining it.
Read this BrenConnect Article
If you haven’t already, read the Bren Antique Store Editing Approach article on how to catch 99% of resume or CV errors.
Workshop Materials
| Content Type | Materials | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| coming soon | coming soon | coming soon |
What should I continue working on?
- Continue refining and polishing your resume and cover letter. Aim to have both documents about 80% complete before you begin applying for jobs. This will allow you to focus the remaining 20% on tailoring your materials to each position and submit applications efficiently (ideally within 2–4 days of a job posting opening).