Crafting a Civil Engineering Resume


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How to Rock Your LinkedIn Profile

Your LinkedIn profile is just as important as your resume. Find out how to improve that digital resume.

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7 Tips for Writing a Civil Engineering Cover Letter That Stands Out

We judge books by their covers and resumes by their cover letters. What does your cover letter say about you? Those first few seconds could determine if your resume goes in the trash, or if you’ve intrigued the hiring manager enough to read on.

Cover letters are a crucial aspect of every job application process. From detailing your relevant experience to expressing your passion for a specific company, this critical component cannot be overlooked — especially in such a competitive job market. Let’s make sure yours stands out and showcases why you are a perfect fit for the job.

Here are seven tips for writing a cover letter so that you can get a callback for the next stage of the interview process.

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Avoid Mistakes

What are the top seven mistakes on civil engineers’ resumes? Find out what mistakes you should avoid.

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Top Resume Tips

Looking for more tips? Find out what this ASCE resume coach considers to be the best resume advice shared in the ASCE Resume Workshop.

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CV or Resume? Which to Use?

So how do we put our best foot forward when it comes to applying for a new position?

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