LibGuides: Career & Job Resources: Resume/Cover Letter/Interview Preparation

Resume/Cover Letter Writing

LIBRARY BOOKS

To search for library books on resume and cover letter writing in both electronic and print formats, follow the steps below:

Go to library web (library.calstatela.edu), enter keywords of your choice in the OneSearch box, such as, interviews, resume writing, cover letters.
At the result page, click Books under Material Type on the left of the screen
You will see a list of books (ebook or print book) available in the library.
You can further narrow down your search by Subject, Publication Date, Language, and more

Library Books

ONLINE RESOURCES

Create resumes that get interviews using Artificial Intelligence
- It is as easy as: Creating a Free account, uploading your resume, adding job descriptions.
- Benefits: keyword matching to get past automated resume reviewers; suggested word changes to match employers terminology

LIBRARY BOOKS

ONLINE RESOURCES

LinkedIn Learning Interview Video
Cal State Los Angeles Students, Staff and Faculty all have access to LinkedIn Learning
Keywords you can use: interview skills, interview preparation, sample interview
STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) Interview Technique
STAR method or framework can help interviewees to tell meaningful stories about their previous work experiences.
Use Artificial Intelligence to prepare for your interview
The Orai app will coach you to reduce filler words, speak clearly, and at a good pace. You will record your speech and then the app will provide you an analysis of your speech speed, use of filler words (ummm, uhh, etc) and level of energy.