How do I build my professional profile and ace my application materials?

Building a strong professional profile and perfecting your application materials are crucial steps in your career journey. Here’s how you can get started and stand out to potential employers.

Talent & Careers assists you in creating, refining, and perfecting your CV to help you secure your desired internship or job during your studies and as you approach graduation. Make sure to follow these steps:

1. Create CV using resources below.
2. Upload CV to Vmock following these instructions and get 80% or higher.
3. Attend a CV Optimization workshop. Visit the Weekly Workshops page.
4. Upload CV to the Career Portal.

*Please note you must click File > Make a Copy to work with the Google Docs template.

If you need a cover letter (CL), it's  because you are applying to a specific position that requires one. Take the job description, read it carefully, and be sure to utilize our resources below.

Contact us at ieu.careers@ie.edu if you need further assistance, and our Cover Letter Specialist will review your letter and provide detailed feedback. Please make sure to send your cover letter along with the job description it is for.

LinkedIn is the premier professional network, so it's essential to enhance your profile to increase its visibility during your transition to the professional world.

Creating your LinkedIn Profile

1. How to Make the Most of Your LinkedIn Webinar.
2. LinkedIn Profile Creation Guide.
3. Optimize your profile by running it through Vmock following these instructions.
4. Attend our LinkedIn Profile Optimization Workshop.

Love a company but you can’t find positions available or they’re not currently hiring? Send a spontaneous application email to express your interest!

You should, of course, edit the email template example to fit your specific case. Make sure it’s personal and truly represents you!

How can I show my creative side?
Depending on the type of role you are applying for, a well-structured portfolio can be a key part of your application package. Adding a professional portfolio to your CV that includes visuals and explanations of school or personal projects, skills, etc. is a huge asset. Please review the following presentation for tips on how to approach your portfolio.

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