Category: Interviewing
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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of CV Writing
By Ellie Santonato Resumes and Curriculum Vitae (CVs) Depending on the type of job, you will need to craft a curriculum vitae (CV) or a resume. Both documents encapsulate your qualifications but are tailored for different audiences and formats. The term ‘resume’ is derived from the French word for ‘summary,’ while ‘Curriculum Vitae,’ often referred…
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How to Approach and Conquer MMIs
By Kylie Mainville As we enter into the spring, health professional schools’ admission cycles are about to open up. Whether you are applying to medical school, PA school, or another program, you are probably getting ready to gather your materials for your application. You may be focusing on your personal statement, asking for letters of…
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My Experience with an Informational Interview
By Calvin Benedict, Peer Career Coach An informational interview is a great way to gain direct knowledge about an industry, job, or life experience by speaking directly to another person. It involves a short conversation with someone who has a job you want or works at a target employer. By reaching out and actually talking…
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3 Best Practices ANYONE Can Use To Write Their Cover Letter
By Ellie Santonato (she/her) Do I need a cover letter? I always hear this question when working one-on-one with students, alums, and faculty who host me for an interactive Q&A presentation in their classrooms. The honest answer? Not always. For instance, when applying for a job through an online application system that doesn’t provide an…
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How to Negotiate a Salary With Confidence & Ease
By Kate Quick Salary negotiation can be uncomfortable, intimidating, or undesirable. Many people worry that they will come across as pushy or rude or that it will even affect their chances of getting the job. However, salary negotiation is an essential part of career development and, when done correctly, can lead to not only an…
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The Art of Requesting Letters of Recommendation
By Megan Boone No matter what point you’re at in your professional career, letters of recommendation are a staple when pursuing a new opportunity. Typically, letters of recommendation are needed when applying for jobs, but they can also be necessary when applying for Graduate School or continuing studies. That being said, it is essential to…
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