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Create a Resume

A resume is an individualized marketing tool that tells future employers about you, your accomplishments, and how your skills can positively impact a new opportunity. Creating a resume or cover letter can seem daunting if you don’t know where to begin.

Kean Career Services is here to help students get started and learn tools that allow you to continue to evolve your resume as you progress in your career.

Students can download a template, make an appointment with their Career Advisor, stop by drop in hours or use VMock, the most advanced AI-driven career assistant on the market to get started.

Cover Letters

Cover letters are used in addition to resumes when students are applying to jobs. It’s an opportunity to make a great first impression that supplements a resume. If you need support writing your cover letter, come join as at drop in hours or make an appointment with a Career Advisor!

More details around creating a cover letter can be found in our resources.

Starting your career in the age of AI: What every new grad needs to know

By Toni Frana, Career Expert for Zety.com 

Not only is beginning your career an exciting time, you have the opportunity to start your professional life at a time that is unlike any other in recent history. Why? AI has …

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12 common mistakes students make when applying for internships (and how to avoid them)

Hey there, future go-getters! It’s Anita Jobb here from College Recruiter.

Grab a coffee—or a heavily caffeinated energy drink, I know how finals week gets—and let’s have a real talk.

It’s internship season. I can practically feel the collective anxiety …

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Federal Resume 101: Everything You Need to Know

When applying for a federal job, your resume needs to stand out in a very specific way. Unlike a typical private-sector resume, a federal resume requires detailed information, specific formatting, and a deeper focus on your experience and qualifications.

Understanding …

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How students, grads can stand out when applying and interviewing for jobs

When you’re early in your career, it can feel like you’re shouting into a crowded room, hoping someone will hear your voice above the noise. The reality is that most employers are looking for potential more than polish. They don’t …

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College Recruiter believes that every student and recent grad deserves a great career.
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13 Nursing Skills to Put on Your Resume (and How to Showcase Them)

Being a great nurse isn’t just about medical knowledge—it’s about balancing clinical expertise with empathy, quick thinking, and teamwork. Whether you’re applying for your first nursing job or looking to advance your career, picking the right nursing skills for your …

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Career Resources

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Discover Opportunities. Build Skills. Shape Your Path.

Kean Career Services is here to support your growth with tools, guidance, and …

What is Career Readiness?

It’s the “new career currency.” Beyond your degree, employers look for 8 core competencies that prove …

Build Your Career Profile with Confidence!

Whether you’re preparing for internships, job applications, or graduate school, having the right materials …

Writing a cover letter can seem overwhelming. Here are a few simple steps to get you started.

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Contact & Location

Phone
(908) 737-0320
Address

Center for Academic Success, Room 201
1000 Morris Avenue
Union, NJ 07083

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:15 am - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 8:15 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 8:15 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 8:15 am - 5:30 pm
Friday Closed

Summer 2026 Office Hours are from May 15 - August 14 – evening appointments available upon request.