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Virtual Resources

virtual resources

Virtual Resources allows students to access a variety of topics pertaining to professional development. Information regarding job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, salary information, and more are available here.

Disclaimer: The CISC does not own or maintain these sites. We provide links as a service to Universities at Shady Grove students.

American Society for Quality

As a member of the American Society for Quality (ASQ), the Universities at Shady Grove (USG) links students, faculty and staff to a global community of experts and the leading authority on quality in all fields and industries. Through this linkage, users can access a variety of "knowledge centers", training opportunities, certifications and networks - all of which support professional development and contribute to creating a culture of quality in the workplace.

For more information or to obtain the login needed to access ASQ's services, please contact a USG Career & Internship Services Center representative at 301-738-6338 or usgcareerservices@umd.edu.

Click here to view the ASQ web site.

Resume resources

Get guidance on how to create a professional resume, including samples and layouts.

USG Resume Quick Guide

Interviewing resources

Gain the tools for success with interviewing. 

USG Interviewing Quick Guide

Cover Letter resources

Cover letters allow you to elaborate on points in your resume and catch the employer's attention. This is your opportunity to show an employer how you can be a great fit for her/his organization.

USG Cover Letter Quick Guide

Salary resources

Do you know how much you're worth? Research your field/industry, location and skills to get results on salary ranges.

USG Salary Negotiation Quick Guide

Portfolio resources

Portfolios are a great way to illustrate your personal, educational, and career achievements.

USG E-Portfolio Quick Guide

Thank You Letter resources

Thank you letters are essential to make a lasting impression with an employer, post-interview.

USG Thank You Letter Quick Guide

Self-Assessment resources

Self Assessment tests can help you in exploring more about your interests, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Internship resources

Internships expand your knowledge base and enhance your professional background. Differentiate your resume from those of your competitors with an internship experience.

Job search resources

Additional Resources

NOTE: Career Resources specific to individual degree programs at USG are available to students. Students are invited to schedule an appointment with a Career Advisor to discuss her/his individual career advising needs.

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