Tools and Resources

Career and Job Search Tools

Resume

• What Do Employers Look for in a Resume?
• Chronological Resume (PDF)

Cover Letter

• Top 10 Cover Letter Writing Tips
• Purpose of a Cover Letter and Format Example (PDF)

Interview

• Interviewing Skill (Career Center Website)
• Job Interview Questions and Answers
• Big Interview: Practice your Interview Skills

Networking

• WashU Student Career Center Website
• LinkedIn

Individual Development Plan (IDP)

Through all stages of your planning, write everything down using the Individual Development Plan (IDP). Record, track, and evaluate goals, decisions, and actions. Note important contacts and resources. Enlist your supervisor and others as co-authors of your plan. We encourage you to ask your manager to work with you on your IDP at least twice annually. Download the Individual Development Plan (PDF)

Career Consultation Service

WUCareerDevelopment provides free, comprehensive career advising with trained professionals.

• Meet one-on-one with a career development specialist.
• Explore your career interests, skills, and values.
• Learn how to acquire new skills and experiences for career advancement.
• Learn about career paths and jobs at Washington University.
• Assistance with resumes, cover letters, and job interviews.
• Attend follow-up workshops.
• Explore networks within and outside the university.

Additional Resources

• Employee well-being Delivers wellness initiatives that meet employees where they are, while fostering holistic growth: physically, emotionally, financially, socially and spiritually.
• Work-Life Solutions, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Offers free, confidential, 24/7 support, resources and information.