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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT . . .

Is there a test I can take to help me decide on a major?

We offer several assessments that help guide you through the process of selecting a career and major. We also encourage you to schedule an appointment with a career counselor.

Career Assessments
Career Counselors

What all can I do with my major?

Check out What Can I do with a Major in… as well as the library resources located in 303 Martin Hall.

What Can I do with a Major in . . .
Career Resource Library

Where do I post my resume with Career Development Services?

Tiger Recruiting Link (TRL)

What is TRL?

Tiger Recruiting Link or TRL is a place where you may post your resume to make it available to employers seeking to hire Auburn students as well as where you may apply for available positions and sign up for on-campus interviews.

How do I write a résumé? What all goes in a résumé? Is a résumé really supposed to be just one page?

Walk-in hours, noon – 4 p.m., Mon – Fri, in 303 Martin Hall are a great time to get help with your résumé. Answers to all of these questions and more are posted on our tip sheet and in our handbook which can be picked up in our office. You may also want to utilize RésuméBuilder in TRL to get started.

Résumé Tipsheet (PDF)
CDS Handbook (PDF)
Login to TRL

Do I really need to send a cover letter with my resume? How long should my cover letter be? What do I include in a cover letter?

Walk-in hours, noon – 4 p.m., Mon – Fri, in 303 Martin Hall are a great time to get help with your cover letter. Answers to all of these questions and more are posted on our tip sheet and in our handbook which can be picked up in our office.

Cover Letter Tipsheet (PDF)
CDS Handbook (PDF)

Where Can I find information about internships?

Internships are posted on Tiger Recruiting Link (TRL), and we have resources in our library resources in 303 Martin Hall. Career counselors are also available to help you prepare to search for internships.