Applicant Resources

• Faculty(opens in new window)
• Staff and Management
• Executive
• CSU Job Alerts(opens in new window)
  • Subscription Instructions(opens in new window)

Always fully complete the required application, even if you are attaching a résumé and cover letter. Please do not simply say, "See Attached".  The application form is the primary basis for pre-screening applicants.

• Monster.com Advice(opens in new window) includes
  • Résumé Writing Tips(opens in new window) and a
  • Cover Letter Checklist(opens in new window)
• Samples and guidelines from the CSU, Chico Career Center
  • Résumés
  • Cover Letters
  • Career Manual (PDF)
  • Verb Examples
• Are you a CSU, Chico alum or current student?  If so, the resources at the Career Center are available to you.
  • Meet with an Advisor?

• Monster.com Interviewing Advice(opens in new window)
  • Interview Preparation
  • Interview Questions
  • Interview Appearance
  • Follow-up
• Sample Interview Questions from the CSU, Chico Career Center

Tip: Bring samples of your work to the interview, rather than attempt to attach to the applications (unless requested).

• Occupational Information Network (O*NET)(opens in new window) - an online job description database developed by the Labor Department.   Use the "Occupation Search" and type in keywords to find occupations and descriptions of related tasks.
• U.S. Department of Labor Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT)(opens in new window).  Use the "Search" and type in keywords to find occupations and descriptions of related tasks