Employment Hub

Job Search Preparation

Below you will find documents, videos, and tools to help you prepare to enter the workforce. While these resources are a great place to start your journey, never hesitate to reach out for guidance!

• Rèsumè Resources

  How To Begin Writing a Rèsumè

  • What is a Rèsumè?
  • Step One – Choosing a Format
  • Step Two – Organizing with Sections
  • Step Three – Writing Bullet Statements
  • Tips for a Successful Rèsumè

  How To Evaluate a Rèsumè

  • Resume Rubric

  Rèsumè Templates/Examples

  • Functional Resume Template
  • Chronological Resume Template
  • Combination Resume Template
  • Applicant Tracking System Resume Template
• Cover Letter Resources

  How To Begin Writing a Cover Letter

  • What is a Cover Letter
  • Step 1 – What to Include
  • Step 2 – Cover Letter Structure
  • Step 3 – Choose Your Format
  • Tips for a Strong Cover Letter

  How to Evaluate a Cover Letter

  • Cover Letter Rubric

  Cover Letter Examples

  • Paragraph Cover Letter Example
  • Bullet Point Cover Letter Example
  • T Format Cover Letter Example
  • Networking Cover Letter Example
• Podcasts and Videos

  Jackson College uses College Central Network as its official resume and job posting site. This service also provides a wide variety of career related podcasts and videos. Sign up to get job search advice delivered right to you!

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• Career Portfolio Resources

  Do you need a portfolio for your program? Looking to expand your resume? College Central Network, Jackson College’s job posting site, has an easy to use portfolio builder. Sign up and get started on your professional portfolio today. Create an account and have access to hundreds of helpful career related materials.

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• Jackets for Jets

  Jackets for Jets

  Jackets for Jets provides access to professional clothing to assist students in their efforts to be ready for the workplace. Jackson College is committed to our students’ success, and that includes helping you dress for success on the job!

  

  • How does Jackets for Jets work?

    To access the closet, students should set up an appointment with the Employment Hub by emailing JC-CCE@jccmi.edu. At the appointment, students make take up to three full outfits which will be theirs to keep. Repeat appointment will be decided based on available inventory.

  • What types of items are available?
    • Suits
    • Jackets
    • Ties
    • Skirts
    • Pants
    • Shirts
    • Blouses
    • Dresses
    • Jewelry
    • Cardigans
  • Why use Jackets for Jets?

    Professional clothing can be requested for the following reasons:

    • Career Fair
    • ​Career Event
    • Conference
    • Internship
    • Interview​
    • Work
    • Etc. (any professional event)
  • How to Support Jackets for Jets

    We are accepting donations of gently used, laundered, and pressed clothing items including:

    • Suit Jackets
    • Ties
    • Skirts
    • Pants
    • Shirts
    • Blouses
    • Dresses
    • Jewelry
    • Cardigans

    To donate, please bring items to Bert Walker Hall, Suite 124 or call 517.990.1381 to set up a delivery appointment.