Sample Application Packet - Design, Innovation & Society
High-impact applications directly align your unique knowledge, skills, and experiences with the employer’s articulated needs by mirroring the job description’s key words and core competencies to demonstrate you are the ideal candidate for the role. By intentionally using the same language to signal key skill matches, you aren’t just showing a recruiter you’re a good fit; you’re also ensuring your application makes it through an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), which will increase your chances of landing an interview!
Before you start applying for jobs and internships, scan your resume in Big Resume, which is free to all students. Big Resume can scan your resume to check formatting, spelling and grammar, and keyword matches.
Then, have your application materials reviewed by a SoHE Career Advisor, who can focus on the content of your bullet points to ensure you are effectively communicating your skills and experiences as they relate to the role(s) you are interested in. You can email your resume and/or cover letter to careers@sohe.wisc.edu to receive electronic feedback within 48 hours (excluding weekends). We are here to help!