Create a Resume / Cover Letter

Having a stellar resume and cover letter is essential for any job or internship search.

Use SkillsFirst to get started with your resume. Once you have a draft created, we’d be happy to critique your documents:

  • Visit us during walk-in hours (3:00–4:30 p.m. weekdays during the school year).
  • Set up an appointment on Handshake to meet with your career coach.
  • Email your documents to us (career@calvin.edu). Note: Meeting in person is preferable, but if you are out of the area or aren’t able to schedule an appointment during business hours, email critiques are offered.

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Contact & Location

Phone
616-526-6485
Email
career@calvin.edu
Address

Hekman Library 313
1855 Knollcrest Circle SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Career Service Hours

Day of the week
 Office Hours Resume/Cover Letter Walk-In Hours
Monday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Friday 8:00 am- 4:30 pm 3:00 - 4:30 pm