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interview  \n• Written to catch the reader´s attention  \n• Should state why you are writing  \n• Identify the position for which you are applying  \n• Communicate your skills and qualifications  \n• Compel the reader to act–request a next step  \nResume Tips  \nResume Preparation  \n• Tailor resume to job opening  \n• Make sure resume highlights relevant experience  \n• Highlight skills and accomplishments  \n• Should be clearly written and easy to read  \n• Keep in chronological order  \n• No more than one page if you are still in school or have been out of school for less than 4 years  \n• Professionally or laser printed on quality paper  \nBe familiar with your resume  \n• Be able to speak in detail about information you have listed on your resume  \n• Be able to explain any gaps in employment  \n• Make sure your resume highlights why you are a fit for the job  \n• Make sure that your resume is crafted to highlight key experience, skills and duties which were listed in the job description  \n• Be prepared to show that you are or have leadership, analytical, communication, problem resolution and creative skills and or abilities  \nSample Cover Letter  \nSender Name  \nSender Address  \nSender Email Address  \nDate  \nRecipient Name (Hiring Manager if name not known) Recipient Title  \nRecipient Company Name  \nRecipient Address  \nDear Ms. Jones: (use name if known or Dear Hiring Manager – Never To Whom It May Concern)  \nPlease find enclosed my resume in consideration for the Financial Analyst Internship which was listed on the University of Oklahoma’s career website. I am currently a junior majoring in Finance with an expected graduation date of May 2018 .  \nThrough my classes and campus involvement at the University of Oklahoma I have been able to develop my analytical, quantitative, Excel, leadership, and communication skills. As the Vice President of Finance for my student organization, I have the opportunity oversee a budget of approximately $50,000 which requires me to analyze and quantify our income and expenditures on a weekly basis. Interacting with different committees regarding their budgets and expenditures allows me to utilize my interpersonal skills in communicating the overall direction we must take to remain within our budget. Additionally, Iam involved in multiple academic classes which require me to work not only as an individual but as a key member of project teams and work groups. My leadership skills are further enhanced by my membership in multiple campus organizations. I know that my tremendous work ethic, combined with my positive energy, enthusiasm and desire to succeed make me an outstanding candidate for the Financial Analyst Internship.  \nPlease feel free to contact me at 111-222-3344 if you have additional questions regarding my resume orto schedule an interview regarding this exciting opportunity. 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