Your resume is often one of the first things a prospective employer or graduate school admissions staff member will see. A cover letter is another document a prospective employer will review first. The cover letter allows you to explain why you are interested in a position and describe relevant experiences more deeply.

A quick Google search for the word resume or cover letter could return over a billion results, some helpful and others not so helpful. Instead of going down the rabbit hole, consider exploring the resources here!

If you would like resources on either your resume or cover letter, consider scheduling an appointment with an advisor or Peer Career Advisor in Handshake.

How Do Athletics Fit In Your Resume?

When initially crafting my resume, I was unsure whether to include my student-athlete experience, and I was leaning towards excluding it. Through conversations with older peers and the Loeb Center, I quickly learned that there are many transferable skills to …

By Dylan Briggs
Dylan Briggs
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How I Improved My Resume And How You Can Too

Writing about yourself in your resume is tough. I have always found it difficult, because I want to stay humble, but you are supposed to show yourself off, so I sometimes overthink it. So, what do I do? I write …

By Alex Kupersmith
Alex Kupersmith
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Resume Tips for Veterans and Transitioning Military Personnel

Transitioning from the military to civilian employment requires not only adjusting to new professional environments but also learning how to translate your unique skills and experiences into a strong resume. Below are some key tips to help you market yourself …

By Loeb Center
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Each year, the Loeb Center for Career Exploration and Planning at Amherst College conducts a first-destination survey with graduates asking about their first steps six months after graduation. The responses we collect help future students prepare for their career and post-graduation goals.

The following information represents outcomes data collected by the Loeb Center in accordance with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) standards.  Our knowledge rate was 91% for the class of 2025, 90% for the class of 2024, 85% for the class of 2023, 89% for the class of 2022, 90% for the class of 2021, 91% for the class of 2020, and 93% for the class of 2019. Knowledge rate includes data collected through surveys, employers, staff, fellow graduates, LinkedIn profiles, or other online sources.

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Mammoths pursue an array of plans after graduation.  This graph depicts what recent graduates do within six months after degree completion.

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