Secure the Interview

Welcome to our signature free course to create your resume, cover letter and network effectively.

We are proud to offer the most comprehensive consulting application toolkit in the market. Browse our free videos to learn the best practices, leverage our templates to craft your documents, and see successful Prepmatter trainees’ real-life resumes and cover letters that secured positions at top consulting firms.

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Use our free course to craft your resume and cover letter!

Course Overview

Learn how to write a resume and cover letter that secure interviews
through our instructional videos, templates, and examples.

Videos

Templates

Successful Examples

Resume: 10 things you need to know

Prepmatter's comprehensive overview on how to write a resume that will secure the interview

Resume: Watch the Prepmatter team give feedback

Discover what goes into a resume review by watching a detailed breakdown of the team's recommended changes for an actual resume

Cover Letter: 10 things you need to know

Prepmatter's comprehensive overview on how to write a cover letter that will secure the interview

Cover Letter: Watch the Prepmatter team give feedback

Learn what goes into a cover letter review with a step-by-step analysis of the team's recommended changes for an actual cover letter

Networking: A step-by-step guide

Follow Prepmatter’s guide on how to network effectively to gain insights on the application process and, ideally, secure a referral

Resume: Student/recent grad

Prepmatter's recommended resume template and guidance for students/recent grads, typically with less than 5 years of experience

Resume: Experienced hire

Prepmatter's recommended resume template and guidance for experienced hires, typically with 5 or more years of experience

Resume: Before & after revision

Three resumes: an original pre-Prepmatter review, an edited version with markup, and a final polished resume ready for submission

Cover Letter: Any # of years experience

Prepmatter's recommended cover letter template and guidance, suitable for student/recent grads and experienced hires

Cover Letter: Before & after revision

Three cover letters: an original pre-Prepmatter review, an edited version with markup, and a final polished cover letter ready for submission

Networking: Outreach message

Prepmatter’s recommended template for reaching out over LinkedIn and email to current firm employees

Resume - Prepmatter trainee #1 (McKinsey)

Resume from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at McKinsey

Resume - Prepmatter trainee #2 (McKinsey)

Resume from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at McKinsey

Resume - Prepmatter trainee #3 (BCG)

Resume from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at BCG

Resume - Prepmatter trainee #4 (Bain)

Resume from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at Bain

Resume - Prepmatter trainee #5 (Strategy&)

Resume from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at Strategy&

Cover Letter - Prepmatter trainee #1 (McKinsey)

Cover letter from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at McKinsey

Cover Letter - Prepmatter trainee #2 (McKinsey)

Cover letter from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at McKinsey

Cover Letter - Prepmatter trainee #3 (BCG)

Cover letter from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at BCG

Cover Letter - Prepmatter trainee #4 (Bain)

Cover letter from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at Bain

Cover Letter - Prepmatter trainee #5 (Strategy&)

Cover letter from a past Prepmatter trainee who successfully landed a role at Strategy&

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

Originally created for consulting roles, this course is also suitable for a range of professions, including investment banking, tech, and industry roles. It features content tailored for various levels of seniority, such as undergraduates, graduates/MBA students, and experienced professionals.

Can I get personalized feedback on my resume or application materials?

Yes, we offer an application review service where our experts provide detailed feedback on your resume and cover letter to help you stand out. You can find more details about the service here.

How can I make use of successful examples of resumes and cover letters?

Use our templates to get started, and study the successful examples to understand their flow, structure, language, and key messages. This will help you craft standout materials that reflect your strengths.