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JOB
BY: TAMMY TRAN
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Cover Letters
o Why you need to submit a cover letter
its your first opportunity to introduce yourself, your qualifications
shows that your are serious about the job
o 5 tips for writing a cover letter
Be clear and to the point
Clearly show what youre capable of
dont apologize for the skills you dont have
Be real
No negative information (No previous conflicts w/ employers)
Cover Letters
Cover letters should include:
Include specific job title
2-3 reasons why your experiences make you a
good fit
a brief outline of career highlights
State your qualifications and intentions
Highlight your strengths
Resumes 5 Tips for writing a resume:
Format resume wisely
Identify accomplishments not
just job descriptions
Quantify your accomplishments
Common categories that should be included on a rsum:
career summary
o Contact Info
Network
Full name, Address, phone #,Email address
o Objective
focus on the position youre applying for
o Education/Training
Include university/college/school name and location, degree, date of graduation (or expected graduation), major,
related coursework and possibly G.P.A., honors, awards, scholarships,
List licenses earned or training received, state highest degree
o Experience
Most recent employment, names and location of employers
include full-time, part-time, seasonal, internship, co-op, volunteer work
Describe your duties, responsibilities, accomplishments using short phrases beginning w/ action verbs
o References
portfolios or transcript, # of 3-5 academic or business references
o Additional Areas (Activities/Honors/Special skills)
Extracurricular act. that demonstrates skills, accomplishments and leadership, teamwork, self management,
organization
include computer skills and/or foreign languages
unique experiences (travel to a foreign country, study abroad)
Examples of Resumes
Job Applications
5 Tips for filling out a Job application:
o List the benefits for the employer if they were to hire you
o Common mistake if talking about yourself and your benefits (salary)
o Summarize your skills and experiences
o Get straight to the point
The Interview
10 Tips for an Effective Interview
Arrive on time
Be Enthusiastic