Student Resources
Welcome to Student Resources
Here you will find valuable resources and information about our career services that can help prepare you for what’s next. Take a look at our how-to guides and tips for networking, researching, and applying for jobs or graduate school programs. You can also log in to Handshake to access all of our digital guides and resources. See step-by-step instructions here.
Reach out to us to schedule a one-on-one appointment with a Career Coach or stop by during walk-in hours (Monday – Friday, 12-3 p.m.) to engage with our services. We look forward to getting to know you!
Explore Our Services
Major & Career Exploration
Whether you already have a career path in mind, or you’re just beginning to explore, it’s important that you dedicate time and effort to make an informed career decision. Connect with us to explore your interests and identify your values and strengths. We will share academic majors, careers, and employers that align with your goals and help you feel confident about your future.
Interview Skills
No matter what your comfort level is with interviewing, we can help you practice and prepare. Let us share an overview of what to expect and schedule a mock interview with a Career Coach. You can also use Big Interview to practice interviewing on your own!
Networking & Selling Your Skills
Networking is making connections and building relationships. It’s talking with people who can provide you with information, advice, resources, or contacts for potential employment and professional development. We make it easy for you to network with alumni and employers through our career fairs, alumni mentor programs, and more. Check out our event calendar and save the date for the next networking opportunity.
Graduate School Preparation
Are you considering a career that may require attending graduate school? Or maybe you just want to explore graduate school options? Whether you are looking for programs, preparing for exams, or actively creating your application materials, we can assist! Additionally, see our CV Template and Personal Statement Tips.
Resume & Cover Letter Building
Knowing how to craft a quality resume and cover letter is an essential life skill. The Career Center offers resources, examples, and guides to help you fine-tune your application materials and stand out from other candidates. Let us help you learn to tell your story, and demonstrate your experiences, strengths, and skills.
Online Presence
Having and maintaining an online presence has become more important than ever before. We offer tips on creating LinkedIn profiles and e-portfolios that will impress prospective employers and help you showcase your work in a professional and personal way.
Resume Tips & Resources
You should tailor your resume to each job that you are applying for and highlight the specific skills that are needed for that job. Your resume should always include your name and contact information, your UNC Asheville education/degree, and any relevant experience that relates to the position you are applying for. Quantify and use numbers (percentages, sizes, dollar amounts, frequency etc.) whenever possible to demonstrate the impact you made in each role.
Your resume should be one page long and have clearly organized and easy-to-read sections. It’s important to make sure that your formatting is consistent and not distracting. Each industry has different expectations for resume design, but most fields prefer resumes that limit or omit the use of color, pictures, unique fonts, graphics, or flashy templates.
Action Statements
When adding your experiences, remember to avoid paragraphs of text and instead use bullet points to highlight the tasks you completed and the goals that you accomplished. These bullet points are what we call “action statements.” Well-written action statements say what you did in the role while providing more context and highlighting your skills.
Skills (verb) + Task (what) + Tool (how) + People (who) + Result/Goal (why).
Example: Created social media posts using Canva that resulted in a 25% increase in followers.
Cover Letters
Cover letters allow you to share why you are interested in a specific field and position. Be sure to share your genuine enthusiasm and passion. Your cover letter should focus on what interests you in the role and organization, as well as how your experiences relate to the position. Each cover letter should be written specifically for the position you are applying for and personalized for that employer.
Connect with the Career Center to learn more about making your resume and cover letter feel authentic to you, while still helping you stand out.
Document Review Submission Form
Document Review Submission Form
Want to have your resume or cover letter reviewed by the Career Center, but don’t have time for a visit? Use our online submission form to submit your documents and receive feedback via email. Please note that it can take up to three business days for us to send our feedback to you.
Career Closet and Free Workplace Attire
Have an upcoming interview, new job or internship, or need a nicer outfit for a Career fair? We’ve got you covered! The Career Center has a Career Closet where students can obtain free workplace and interview appropriate attire! Students may stop by the Career Center Monday-Friday from 12:00-3:00pm to browse the closet and may take up to five items each semester. Need more items than that? Attend our Fashion Show & Pop-up Shop event that’s offered each semester to take as many items as you need from a wider selection of pieces.
Informational Interviews
Informational Interviews
Conducting an informational interview is a great way to learn more about a job that interests you from someone currently in that field. You can ask questions, gain a better perspective on the day-to-day schedule and tasks, and get invaluable advice on how to enter and navigate a specific field.
Cool Jobs and Internships Newsletter
Each week, we share a handful of stand-out opportunities currently listed on Handshake. These opportunities include jobs and internships that may or may not be local to Asheville. The positions are not limited to a specific major, field, or experience level.