Summer Public Interest Job Search - Part One- Best Practices in Drafting Cover Letters and Resumes

Sep 13, 2026

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This document details the first part of a two-part webinar series on the Summer Public Interest Job Search, focusing on best practices for drafting cover letters and resumes. Presented by Stuart Smith, Nicole Vikan, and Steve Grumm, the session provides practical tips and guidance for job seekers in the public interest sector. The webinar covers resume formatting, including essential header information, education, detailed experience descriptions driven by action verbs, languages, honors, and interests. It also touches upon the common question of whether a resume should be limited to one page. The document emphasizes the importance of detailed descriptions in resumes and encourages the use of action verbs to highlight professional capabilities. Subsequent sections will delve into cover letter best practices and bonus application tips. The series aims to equip participants with the necessary tools to navigate the competitive public interest job market effectively.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResumes

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time15 min

AccessFree to download

Webinar Overview

Resumés

Resumés: Tips & Best Practices

Tip One: Resumé Format

Tip 2

Cover Letters

Cover Letters tips & best practices

FAQs

What is the focus of the first part of the "Summer Public Interest Job Search" webinar series?

The first part of the webinar series focuses on best practices for drafting cover letters and resumes to aid in the public interest job search.

Who are the presenters for the "Summer Public Interest Job Search" webinar series?

The presenters are Stuart Smith from the New York City Law Department, Nicole Vikan from Georgetown University Law Center, and Steve Grumm from NALP.

What key elements are discussed regarding resume format?

The discussion on resume format covers the header (name, address, email, phone), education (including JD expected), experience (with detailed descriptions driven by action verbs), languages, honors, and interests.

Sep 13, 2026

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