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Student Resources

Application Letters, Resumes...

Student Resources

Application Letters, Resumes...

Resume

Resume Design & Content

 

A Résumé is basically a list of information related to a person’s education, work experience, skills, and accomplishments provided as part of a job (or university program) application package, along with an application letter, letters of reference, and other pertinent documents.

 

The best résumé designs establish a clear “visual pattern” that allows the reader/viewer to quickly locate and understand important information and details. The important thing is to be consistent and maintain the pattern once you have established it. There are numerous sites that provide free examples and templates that can help you design a résumé or CV. Do some online research to find a visual design that appeals to you. 

 

For more information,

Download the WCP Essentials Guide to Résumé Design & Content

 

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SOP

Statements of Purpose/Motivation Letters

 

Statements of Purpose (SOP)  and Motivation Letters are letters or essays written as part of an application to a university/college program (International Program, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s or PhD).  The names "SOP" and "Motivation Letter" are often used interchangeably to refer to the same thing, though, technically, they are different.  Both are generally formatted as essays and may vary in length and content depending on the requirements of the institution, program, or department to which you are applying.  

 

Generally, these letters/essays will provide the admissions committee with information regarding:

  • Your motivation: What you want to study at graduate school and your reason for applying to the program

  • Your preparedness: the experience you have in your chosen field, your background, and qualifications

  • Your future objectives: What you plan to do with your degree once you have it.

 

For more information,

Download the WCP Essentials Guide to Statements of Purpose

See also: Statements of Purpose, Motivation Letters, Personal Statements…What’s the difference?

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Watch our video about the basics of personal statements, motivation letters, and statements of purpose.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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DAAD Motivation Letters

 

The following resources have been compiled to help students who are planning to apply for a DAAD Scholarship to study in Germany. 

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Job Application Letters

Job Application Letters

 

Job Application Letters (commonly referred to as “Cover Letters”) are an important component of most employment application packages, along with resumes, reference letters, and other pertinent documents. The function of the letter is basically to explain to a prospective employer why you feel you are suitable for the job/position for which you are applying, and how you believe you can contribute to the company or organization.

 

Cover letters for employment applications are usually formatted as business letters and are typically not long (sometimes just ½ a single-spaced page), but the length my vary depending on your needs or application specifications. In any case, the letter should always be clear, concise, and focused, enabling the reader to skim through the document quickly to find important details.

 

For more information,

Download the WCP Essentials Guide to Employment/Job Application Letters

 

 

 

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Internship

Internship Application Letters

 

Internship Application Letters share many similarities with job application cover letters; and many sources do not differentiate between them.  There are, however, several differences in terms of format options and content information.

 

The function of the letter is basically to explain your suitability for the internship position, how you believe you can contribute to the company or program, and how you will benefit from the experience. As with all application letters, the letter should be clear, concise, and focused, enabling the reader to skim through the document quickly to find important details.

 

For more information,

Download the WCP Essentials Guide to Internship Application Letters

 

 

 

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