Congratulations to the Class of 2026! We are sending you wishes for much success as you graduate. Remember that Gateway is here to support you for the life of your career!

Writing, and refining these important career documents and profile can land you strong first impressions with employers and alumni.

Utilize the below resources, as well as the career field-specific resume samples available through the “Explore Career Interests” tab of our site, to create, update, and strengthen your professional documents.

Would you like feedback on your document(s)? Contact the Gateway Career Center (610-330-5115) for details regarding our weekly Gateway & Go Drop-In availability and our Document Review Days that take place each semester. You can also schedule a time to meet with your Gateway Career Counselor, via your Handshake account, to discuss your document(s).

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The first sentence of your cover letter is doing a lot of heavy lifting. Recruiters spend seconds — not minutes — scanning applications. So if your opener is “I am writing to express my interest in the position,” you’ve already …

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Transferable Skills 101: Definition, Examples, and How to Build Yours in 2026

Even if you haven’t had your first professional job, you’ve likely built transferable skills through internships, volunteering, classes, and extracurriculars. These skills can transfer from one role to another and include soft skills like collaboration and problem-solving, as well as

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How to leverage AI skills on your resume

By Vicki Salemi, career expert at Monster.com

If you’re concerned about AI as it relates to your future jobs while simultaneously embracing it on your resume, you’re not alone.

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