We have all read countless articles that promise to ensure resume perfection, and have hopefully revealed the necessary steps to achieve a concise and impressive summary of our work experience. However, another vital step in the application process is often neglected and overshadowed by the resume, and that is the formidable cover letter. The beauty...Continue Reading
Writing the perfect resume can be tough. It’s your one-page opportunity to blow employers away, but they usually only look at it for a second. How do you catch a recruiter’s eye with a single sheet of paper? Making the most of your bullet points is one of the best ways to make your resume...Continue Reading
“Do you know how long the average recruiter looks at a resume?” asked Liza Newman, Human Resources Manager for Kenneth Cole. “Eight seconds?” offered someone in the audience. Liza shook her head. “More like three.” When you’re applying for jobs and internships, your application has to stand out from the crowd. So what can you...Continue Reading
The time is upon us, my friends. Summer internship applications are being accepted and students around the world are sending in their applications to land the New York City internship of their dreams. So how does one break through the clutter of hundreds of applications in competitive industries like fashion, museums, music, and advertising? At FindSpark, we're here to show you how. Here are some of our biggest tips:...Continue Reading
Applying for a job is a multi-step process, and a lot of stressful questions inevitably come up along the way. What should you include or not include in your resume? How do you handle the salary question? What’s the right way to follow up? At FindSpark’s “Resumes and Cover Letters: Advice from Real Recruiters” panel,...Continue Reading
Before you hit “submit,” take a look at our cover letter tips! Whether it’s your first cover letter or your 101st, make sure to include the following to increase your chances in scoring your dream opportunity. Make sure to include in your cover letter: Correct name of the company The name of the person who’ll...Continue Reading
