In this practical and engaging project, students will create a polished resume and cover letter that highlight their strengths, talents, and potential, even if they have no job experience yet! This project is aligned with Grade 10 Career Studies (GLC2O) (Strand A. Developing the Skills, Strategies, and Habits Needed to Succeed). Designed for real-world readiness, this resource helps students build essential career skills while boosting their confidence for job, volunteer, or internship applications.
Students will reflect on their personal qualities, plan and organize their ideas, and produce professional documents they can actually use. With clear planning templates and step-by-step guidance, this project takes the stress out of resume writing and makes cover letter creation approachable.
Perfect for end-of-unit assessment or career readiness lessons, this resource includes brainstorming sheets, planning tools, and assessment criteria to support students in showcasing their best selves on paper.
Please note: The pages and slides in this resource are not editable, with the exception of the editable cover letter and resume templates provided.
