This case study features Bernardo, who studied Computer Science at the University of Ottawa. It explores the struggles he faced while building a resume, including a lack of tailored guidance from his alma mater's career services office and conflicting, low-quality online resources. Relying on family for help, Bernardo found it difficult to craft a resume for tech roles. Winterview’s new resume builder provided a structured solution, helping Bernardo create a resume specifically suited to Computer Science positions.
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Challenges at a Glance
Bernardo encountered several challenges when building a computer science-oriented resume:
Struggled to find reliable resources and templates for a resume tailored to Computer Science.
Encountered many online resume builders that required payment after filling out fields, resulting in wasted time.
Received conflicting advice from YouTube, Reddit, and LinkedIn, adding to confusion.
University’s career services office only provided general advice on formatting and fonts, lacking specific guidance for showcasing technical skills.
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Information Overload: The Struggle to Find the Right Resume-Building Resources
Many new graduates, like Bernardo, struggle to create resumes tailored to their field. Google is flooded with resume makers that simply ask users to input information without guidance on what to include or how to phrase it, often charging a fee before allowing the download. Meanwhile, platforms like YouTube and Reddit provide conflicting, overwhelming advice. Winterview’s resume builder stands out by offering a structured, guided approach specifically for fields like Computer Science. It helps users brainstorm relevant content, ensures every step is efficient, and presents their skills effectively—all while saving time.
One of the many dime a dozen resume builders Bernardo tried
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The Catalyst: A Better Approach
Bernardo realized relying solely on his dad’s help wasn’t enough. After discovering Winterview’s new resume builder, which provides step-by-step guidance for crafting a resume tailored to his field, he decided to give it a try.
His old resume didn’t clearly communicate his skills and technical experience, making it harder for recruiters to see his potential as a candidate for Computer Science roles.
"I couldn’t find any concise resources on building a Cyber Security Computer Science resume. My career services office gave only general guidance on fonts and sizes, without anything specific to my field or explaining the STAR format. I ended up relying on my dad, who also majored in Computer Science, for help."
Bernardo
Now Cyber Security Analyst at Statistics Canada
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Transforming the Resume: Building Structure and Showcasing Skills
Winterview taught Bernardo what makes a strong resume, introducing him to important frameworks like the STAR format. The platform guided him through what to include, what to leave out, and helped him brainstorm his most relevant experience. With this support, Bernardo was able to create a structured resume that effectively highlighted his technical skills and experience. Winterview’s prompts encouraged him to think critically about his past experiences and how they applied to Computer Science roles.
"Before using Winterview, I was frustrated with all the resume-building resources I had tried. Winterview reimagined the process for me, teaching valuable resume writing skills and helping me think through my experiences. Now, I’m much more confident about my resume and have already seen more interest from employers."
Bernardo
Now Cyber Security Analyst at Statistics Canada
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User Impact at a Glance
After using Winterview, Bernardo experienced the following improvements in his job search process:
Gained a deep understanding of what makes a great Computer Science resume tailored to the cybersecurity industry.
Developed a clear and efficient approach to resume creation, knowing exactly what to include and how to professionally word it.
Utilizes Winterview’s brainstorming and prompts to structure resumes around key skills and projects.
Increased number of interview invitations from employers with greater confidence in his applications.
How we stack up to the competition
"I tried several popular resume builders like Enhancv, but they didn’t help. They offered overly designed templates and suggested things like rating my skills, which didn’t make sense. They also gave me generic bullet points that were clearly AI-generated. Winterview was completely different—it helped me brainstorm relevant skills and experiences and guided me on how to present them properly."
