1. Make your resume unique for every job you apply for  

If you attend on applying to multiple positions, it's best to adjust your resume for each application. This will enable you to provide every employer with specific information, making you stand out as a candidate.  

2. Do some prior research on the employer 

Before you begin to start your resume, do some research on the employer. This will allow you to access the company's goals and values to ensure you align with them. 

3. Be specific 

When highlighting your skills or experience, include numbers. If you volunteered for a non-profit where you helped plant trees, be specific on how many trees and for how many hours. In addition, keep the resume to a one page document. Short, sweet and to the point. 

4. Proofread your resume and have others examine it

Before submitting your resume, proofread to make sure everything is spelled correctly and that all of the information is correct. Make sure you can explain every work or volunteer experience with detail during the interview. 

1. Do your research first 

Find out more about the company and its values so that you may align yourself to be the best candidate for them 

2. Focus it on the future 

Although your resume is supposed to be an overview of your background and experiences, your cover letter should be more focused on your goals for the future.

3. Open strong

Avoid starting your cover letter with why you are applying but rather what your bring to the table. Be strong about why you are the best fit and how you will make their company a better suitable environment.

4. Emphasize your personal value 

After doing your research, show that you know what the company does and its values. Align their values with your own and bridge that all together. 

5. Get feedback 

Asking others to read your cover letter is great way to see what you are missing or what you need to emphasize more.