Public Works: From Cover Letter to Interviews
Best Practices for Applying to Public Humanities Positions
Event Details
Date
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Time
12-1 p.m.
Location
313 University Club
Description
This seminar will focus on best practices for writing cover letters and interviewing for job positions in the public humanities. Together, we will walk through sample job descriptions, unpack strategies for translating academic experience to non-academic positions, and review approaches to prepare for successful interviews. Students will have the opportunity to practice identifying key language in postings, review samples cover letters, and learn about key resources. RSVP at weindling@wisc.edu.
Cost
Free
Contact
Accessibility
We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please call 608-263-3412 or email weindling@wisc.edu to make a disability-related accommodation request. Requests should be made by Thursday, January 29, 2026, though reasonable effort will be made to support late accommodation requests.