Philander Smith career resources/Career advice
Career advice for Philander Smith.
28 short reads on resumes, LinkedIn, interviews and networking.
Resume writing
8 articles
Increase your call-backs with 5 simple resume tweaks
19 Warning Signs Your Resume Needs Work
9 steps to resume perfection
How to write an attention-grabbing cover letter
Using colour in your resume: Yay or Nay?
Why personal interests on a resume are a waste of time
8 grammar mistakes that can kill your resume
Determining the keywords your resume needs to dominate your competition
8 articles
How to attract recruiters to your LinkedIn profile
The Do's and Don'ts of adding your resume to LinkedIn
How to really use the apply with LinkedIn button
How to network with zero LinkedIn connections
9 ways to get the most out of LinkedIn
How to optimize, enhance and fine-tune your LinkedIn profile
4 things you need to remove from your LinkedIn profile
5 things you must do before upgrading your LinkedIn account
Job search and interviews
7 articles
10 Lessons on developing a job search strategy
How the job search process is changing with social media
How can you find a job without experience?
How to really ace your phone interview
What to wear to work: How your style affects your career
Interview tips: how to stand out
4 goals you need to make right now
Philander Smith career services
Start with Philander Smith's Office of Professional Development. These templates are extra.
The office works with students, faculty, staff and alumni on job searches, resumes and cover letters, internships and mock interviews. Walk-ins are welcome. Use this site for templates and reading. Go to the office for advice about your own search.