Remember that it will be the first thing the employer reads. Write it in the format of a business letter. The covering letter is another opportunity to put in your summary information. There you can highlight your best attributes. The Interview Preparation Give yourself plenty of time to get to the interview.
Nothing is worse than arriving late and flustered.
Know about the organisation. If possible, know about the interviewers. In the Interview Think before answering questions - don't rush in. Be prepared to ask your own questions where appropriate. Take examples of your work - research project reports etc.