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Create a Resume / Cover Letter / LinkedIn Profile

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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