Career Clinics: Demystifying Job Ads & Cover Letters

Date: 

Monday, February 10, 2020, 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Location: 

Bibring Room, Gordon Hall Room 212, 25 Shattuck Street

REGISTER
Facilitator: James Gould, PhD,
 Director, HMS/HSDM Office for Postdoctoral Fellows
Workshop Description: By understanding the job ad and aligning your cover letter to the content, candidates can quickly and concisely convey interest and job fit, all in just one page. This interactive workshop will cover the basics of crafting and tailoring your cover letter to address specific qualifications employers are looking for when they advertise open positions. Note: these workshops are interactive, participants are expected to submit a draft cover letter and the job ad by 3:00pm the Friday before the workshop.
Please upload a copy of the job submission and draft cover letter to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Submission-CC-2-10-20

Series Description: Going on the job market is much more than just submitting an application and watching the offers come rolling in. It’s about finding a good fit and concisely conveying your career trajectory. This interactive monthly series will help participants prepare their minds and materials for the job search process through peer review and guided exercises.
The 2020 Career Clinics will be held the 2nd Monday of the month (except October, will be held 3rd Monday). Please feel free to bring your lunch, beverages & snacks will be provided.