Build An Excellent Resume And Land An Interview

Trying to grab the attention of employers and recruiters? A great resume and cover letter showcases your skills and accomplishments so you can get the job or internship interview you want. St. Petersburg College offers students Resume Development Resources, including templates and samples, that can help them develop a professional resume and cover letter.

SPC students can learn more about these tools, plus career readiness information and workshops, through the Career Development section on Titan Hub.

GET THE JOB WITH HELP FROM CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Contact SPC’s Career Development Services team who help students:

  • Research employers to discover your employment value.
  • Sell yourself with a professional resume and cover letters
  • Sharpen your interview skills and salary negotiating techniques.
  • Build professional resumes, curricula vitae, cover letters and online portfolios.
  • Practice interview techniques, dress the part and be ready to answer and offer questions.
  • Understand the company, the employer's needs, the job and the company culture.
  • Identify and use community and online resources.

PUT YOUR CAREER CHOICE TO THE TEST

Career Development Services can help you locate the right job for you. We can guide you to local and national companies that are seeking the skills you have and help you develop an action plan. As an SPC student, you can:

  • Attend job fairs and networking events.
  • Explore job banks and databases, employment agencies and online job search tools.
  • Identify companies that are looking for your educational background, previous experience and values.
  • Accentuate your strengths in an interview to communicate your value to the company.
  • Learn how to follow up the interview and close the deal.