Summer stretches before us, with all its potential for meeting research and writing goals. But if you’re going on the faculty-job market for the first time — as a recent Ph.D. or an advanced doctoral ...

Writing a cover letter may seem passé in today’s world of zapping resumes electronically to potential employers, often via the black hole of job boards. But a cover letter can pack more punch than you ...

In the highly competitive job market that's out there, finding a new role can be brutal. Following the shift to remote work and the Great Resignation, today's employment conditions have swung the ...

The dreaded cover letter. Cover letters can be absolute torture, and it feels like there are a million ways to screw them up. Is yours too formal or informal? Too long or short? Too much information ...

Keep up with the times, or you'll be left behind — the rapid expansion of AI has made this old belief highly relevant today. If you're not leveraging AI in different tasks, someone else using it might ...

According to the American Staffing Association, nearly 40% of job seekers have used AI tools to apply for jobs — and as AI capabilities continue to grow, so will the number of people utilizing it. But ...

While some job applications amount to simply uploading a resume and clicking “enter,” others permit or encourage the inclusion of a cover letter. Traditionally, the cover letter is a chance to address ...

Working with AI to craft a cover letter. Consider Jeni’s recent interview for a director position, where she was invited by a friend (not in HR) for an informal interview, over coffee. The role is a ...

Between updating resumes, submitting applications, scheduling rounds of interviews and assessments, and dealing with rejection emails, it's safe to say applying for jobs is not an easy journey. But ...

When applying for jobs, ChatGPT-4 can make the cover-letter writing process more manageable. An AI consultant shares tips for writing an effective cover letter using ChatGPT. Here's a step-by-step ...

Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.