Sample Documents and Resources
The handouts below are created based on employer feedback and are designed to assist you in your career exploration and preparation.
To meet with our professional staff, visit us at Union West, Room 103. You can also have your résumé reviewed online by sending it to careers@utep.edu.
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
- Freshman Health Science Resume Sample (PDF)
- Freshman Nursing Resume Sample (PDF)
- Clinical Laboratory Science Resume Sample (PDF)
- Nursing Resume Sample (PDF)
- Public Health UG Resume sample (PDF)
- Rehab Sciences Resume Sample (PDF)
- Social Work Resume Sample (PDF)
- Undergraduate HSSN (PDF)
- Master of Social Work Resume Sample (PDF)
- Master of Public Health Resume Sample (PDF)
- Master of Speech Language Pathology Resume Sample (PDF)
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy Resume Sample (PDF)
- Doctor of Pharmacy Resume Sample (PDF)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy Resume Sample (PDF)
- Kinesiology Resume Sample
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
- Freshman LART Resume Sample (PDF)
- Art Resume Sample (PDF)
- Communication Resume Sample (PDF)
- Criminal Justice Resume Sample (PDF)
- Digital Media Production Resume Sample (PDF)
- English and American Literature Resume Sample (PDF)
- History Resume Sample (PDF)
- Music Resume Sample (PDF)
- Political Science Resume Sample (PDF)
- Psychology Resume Sample (PDF)
- Undergraduate LART Resume Sample (PDF)
**These documents are available in Handshake. Be sure to log in/activate your account for access. Email careers@utep.edu with any issues.
- Career Expo Networking Tips
- Accepting/Declining a Job Offer (PDF)
- Asking for a Recommendation Letter (PDF)
- Cover Letter Sample (PDF)
- Curriculum Vitae Guidelines (PDF)
- Dress for Success - Men and Women (PDF)
- Elevator Pitch (PDF)
- Freshman Career Packet (PDF)
- Have you Considered Federal Employment (PDF)
- Interview Strategies (PDF)
- LinkedIn Profile Checklist (PDF)
- Personal Statement Worksheet (PDF)
- References Sample (PDF)
- Resignation Letter (PDF)
- Thank You Letter Sample (PDF)
- AI Career Prompts (PDF)
Relevant Links:
- Using the verb, action, result format, rewrite my bullet points <upload your résumé with NO contact information> to better address this job description and bold your changes <insert job description>.
- Analyze this job description and list most important nouns, verbs and adjectives for me to include in my résumé: <insert job description>.
- You are a hiring manager for <insert company>. Review the following résumé and give me 5 specific changes to make based on the following job description:<insert résumé> <insert job description>.
- Write a cover letter for the role of [Title] at [Company], emphasizing my experience in [Specific Field/Technology]. Mention how my contributions at [Previous Company] align with the job requirements: <insert job description>.
- What are key words from this job description that I should add in my cover letter <upload cover letter> <insert job description>.
- Provide me a list of [number] interview questions based on the job description. Job description: <insert job description/link>.
- You are an expert HR professional and recruiter in the [“X” industry]. Ask me ten interview questions, one at a time and increasing in level of difficulty, to determine if my skills and experience align with a [“X” position] based on the following job description: <insert job description>.
* After any or all responses, you can follow up with: How could I have improved my last answer?
- Write a brief LinkedIn summary for a [major] student with the following skills and experiences: <insert skills and experiences>.
- Create a LinkedIn headline that highlights my expertise in [key skill or area] and my passion for [personal or professional interest]. Make it compelling and concise to attract potential employers and connections.
- What kind of posts should I share on LinkedIn to build my professional network?
- Create a message to connect with a professional at [Company] on LinkedIn, discussing my interest in the [Title] position and how my background in [Specific Field/Technology] makes me a strong candidate.
- What is a typical career path for a [role/job title]?
- What are the current trends in the [industry/field] job market?
- What skills are most in-demand for [job title]?
- What are some entry-level positions for a [“X” major or in the “X” field/industry]?
- Based on experiences in my résumé, what are 5 career fields I may want to explore <insert résumé>?
- ChatGPT helps students improve their résumés, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles while offering tailored career advice and interview practice.
- Perplexity.io provides in-depth, AI-driven career research insights, helping students understand industry trends, job market demands, and company cultures.
- Interviewing.io offers students realistic, anonymous mock interviews with industry professionals to hone their skills and receive constructive feedback.
- Interviewsby.ai enables students to practice interview questions and scenarios with AI, providing instant feedback and tips for improvement.
- Gemini.google.com can provide personalized career guidance, from suggesting relevant internship opportunities to offering interview prep tips and résumé feedback.
- PRESERVE YOUR PRIVACY by removing personal details from your résumé such as name, phone number, email, address.
- AI TOOLS DO NOT provide the expertise or holistic, individualized approach that career counseling does. We encourage you to use our drop-in advising and appointments to get well-rounded recommendations and support.
- EXERCISE CAUTION when sharing personally identifiable information with chatbots/AI.
- BE SURE to carefully review the content it provides and check for accuracy, bias, and authenticity.
- CONFIGURE your settings so that ChatGPT does not save your chat history or use it to train its model: Settings tab > data control > Turn off “Improve the Model for Everyone.
- Companies have different perspectives on the use of AI in your application process. Some may utilize tools to determine if content was AI generated. If possible, determine a company’s position before incorporating AI into your strategy.
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