Summer stretches before us, with all its potential for meeting research and writing goals. But if you’re going on the faculty-job market for the first time — as a recent Ph.D. or an advanced doctoral ...

The internet has been swirling with talk of ChatGPT, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool that can write just about anything. But have you thought about how you might be able to apply AI to your job ...

Something that should always go alongside your resume is your cover letter. Cover letters help you stand out to employers.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robin Ryan is a career counselor who covers job search and careers. A few weeks ago I was teaching a resume writing class when I ...

Over the course of my career, I’ve read probably tens of thousands of cover letters. (And yes, that’s as boring as it sounds.

It’s a tough job market in today’s economy. If you want to stand out, you can’t just have a stellar resume; you also need to have a great cover letter. But many job seekers don’t know what cover ...

When applying for a job or internship, companies could ask you to send in several documents, such as a resume or work samples. In many cases, you may also have to include a cover letter for an ...

Wondering if you really need to submit a cover letter? Here's the truth about this part of the job application process. Some experts say that the cover letter is dead. Others vehemently disagree. But ...

Most people probably don’t like writing cover letters, even those of us who write for our profession. Cover letters can be an uncomfortable: it’s a letter, so it feels like it should be kind of ...

Cover letters, while less crucial for large airlines, remain valuable for smaller companies, corporate roles, and networking situations. A well-written cover letter enhances a resume by showcasing ...