Resume Template Sites:

Etsy (relatively inexpensive means to get a custom resume  to use for your job search)

Canva (free templates are available, but paid options also exist)

Microsoft Word Resume Templates (all free, you'll find free cover letter options here too.)

Virtual Interview Considerations

Identify a suitable environment and technology to complete virtual interviews, you will need the following: 

• A stable internet connection. 

• A computer or tablet with a good webcam and microphone. Although a mobile phone may be used, we recommend using a computer or tablet to improve stability. We also recommend using a device that will not accept phone calls during interviews because a phone call will interfere with your ability to complete your response. 

• A private, quiet, and well-lit space that is free of distractions where you can be alone. 

• Consider purchasing a ring light to help regulate the lighting in your space.

  • Ring Light for Laptops 

  • Ring Light with Tripod 

Practice With Technology

• Practice responding with the device you’ll be using during the interview.

• For a live video interview, practice with peers or advisors.

• For an asynchronous interview, practice on your own so you can get used to responding without an interviewer present. 

• Check your microphone and camera to make sure they’re working well and the picture and sound are not poor quality. 

• Check your internet speed. You can do this it at SpeedTest.net. 

• If your home’s internet connection is too slow, consider going to a local library or find space at your site where you can do the interview in a private room with stable Wi-Fi. 

• Make a note of how the camera and microphone are positioned so you can recreate a setup that works when you log in to the system to complete your actual interview. 

• Look at the device’s camera, not at the screen, and keep your head and shoulders centered in the camera’s view. 

• If possible, record yourself so you can get a sense of your eye contact, sound quality, and whether you’re fidgeting, swiveling in your chair, or making distracting gestures, such as covering parts of your face. 

• Try to present a calm, engaged demeanor during the interview. 

Presentation 

• Dress professionally, as you would for an in-person interview. 

• Position the camera at eye level so it looks like you are looking directly at the interviewer. 

• Try to be rested and focused. 

• As with any formal interview, you want to be able to focus on understanding the questions, crafting coherent responses, and presenting your best self.