Cover Letters & Personal Statements

One of the best ways to stand out in a pile of applications is to write a compelling cover letter.  Some internships and graduate programs require statements of purpose which provide varying levels of direction.  Use these resources to improve your applications.  Remember that you can have all career-related documents reviews during appointments and drop ins at the Pitt Career Center.

Fall Fairs and Prep Events

The Fall Career & Internship Fair is a must-attend event for any students seeking internships, jobs and other opportunities, from September 15-17.  The Career Center wants to help you feel prepared, so make a game plan for taking advantage of …

By Alyson Kavalukas
Alyson Kavalukas Assistant Director for Program Operations
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Career Study Hall: Your Exploration Lab

Join us for the back-and-better-than-ever, Career Study Hall: Your Exploration Lab! Happening every Tuesday and Friday from 10:30-11:30AM in WPU 238, now featuring breakfast bars and tea at every session!

The first Study Hall session kicks off on August 28th …

By Gabby Brumond
Gabby Brumond Experiential Learning Consultant
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ICYMI: Fall Career & Internship Fair

Nearly 2,500 students showed up to meet recruiters from over 180 companies last week. Terrific connections were made, but the work is not over. Whether you had a chance to attend or not, we want you to know that the …

By Sasha Gorchanyuk
Sasha Gorchanyuk Special Events Coordinator
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How to write a cover letter for a journalism job or internship

NPR Training
March 5, 20215:50 PM ET

By: Holly J. Morris

“My Name

My letterhead doesn’t have to be fancy, it just has to exist!

Dear Specific Person Whose Name I Obtained, Showing I Have Reporting Skills,*

I am …

By Alissa Clark
Alissa Clark
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