Resume / Cover Letter / Personal Statement

Submit an unforgettable first impression

Resumes, cover letters and personal statements are often the first impression employers have of potential candidates. Build and polish a resume, cover letter and personal statement that showcases the skills, education and experiences that make you stand out.

Resume/Cover Letter Examples and Resources

Arts and Sciences

• Basic ATS Resume Template
• Leadership- and Work Experience-Focused Resume
• Project- and Work Experience-Focused Resume
• Volunteer-, Leadership- and Work Experience-Focused Resume

Business

• Basic ATS Resume Template
• Leadership- and Work Experience-Focused Resume
• Project- and Work Experience-Focused Resume
• Volunteer-, Leadership- and Work Experience-Focused Resume

Education

• Education Studies Resume
• Elementary Education Cover Letter Example
• Elementary Education - Infographic
• Elementary Education References
• Secondary Resume

Engineering and Computing

• ATS Resume Template with Projects
• Biomedical Engineering Resume
• Chemical Engineering Resume
• CSIT Resume
• Design Engineering Technology Resume - Freshman/Sophomore
• Mechanical Engineering Cover Letter
• Mechanical Engineering Resume
• Project Experience on Resume

Health Sciences

• Biochemistry Resume
• Biology Resume 1
• Biology Resume 2
• Exercise Science Resume

International Students

• International Student Resume Template

Additional Resources

• About Professional References
• How to Write a Winning Cover Letter
• Strong Action Verbs

Go from applicant to potential candidate

Tell your story beyond your resume. Writing a personal statement shows who you are, your interests, goals in life and motivations. Whether it's for a job or school admission, a personal statement highlights an aspect of you that isn't shown on a resume or cover letter.

Understanding the "Why"

• Understanding Personal Statements

Finding a Formula

Personal Statement Tips

• Writing a Personal Statement
• Personal Statement: Top 10 Rules and Pitfalls
• Statements of Purpose - Drafting Your Statement
• Examples of Successful Statements
• Graduate School Applications - Writing a Research Statement

Trine University Writing Center

Want in-person help and feedback? Go to the Amy Salyer-Nicholls Writing Center at Trine University! In addition to the Career Center, the Writing Center provides assistance on any piece of writing at any stage of the writing process, including brainstorming, drafting, revising and editing.

You can stop in at any time during open hours, but we strongly encourage scheduling an appointment to ensure that help will be available to you.