Resume & Cover Letter
Template
A document containing information that can be used as a starting point. This document can be modified as required to create new documents.
application
A document that employees complete to provide information to the employer and be considered for a position.
cover letter
A letter you send with your resume to provide more information about you.
References
A list of people who will say a good word about you.
Chronological Resume
A resume that lists information grouped by work over a period of time
Functional Resume
A resume that presents information in terms of key skills
Combination Resume
A type of resume that combines chronological and functional layout of information
Hard Skills
Examples of hard skills are: word processing programs, spreadsheets, and keyboarding.
School Details
Include the name and location of the institution on the first line and area of study and graduation date on the second line. If still attending, put date started to present. All proper nouns are capitalized.
2nd paragraph of cover letter
It is important to highlight your qualifications and strengths as they relate to the requirements of the position. It is also a good idea to state your knowledge of the company.
Errors in grammar/writing
Many recruiters (76%) will discard your resume if they find these
Attributes
Personal traits or characteristics
Job details
Put the company name, job title and location on the first line. Put responsibilities in bullet points below. All proper nouns are capitalized. Your most recent job is listed first.
Abilities
Skills and knowledge that can be applied to accomplishing work tasks
action verb
These types of words make your key abilities and attributes jump off the page.
Career Summary/Objective
This section expresses your career goals or your interest in a specific position or line of work.The job you would like, in the industry you are best suited for, and the tasks you would like to perform.
Education
This section lists a summary of your experience in higher education. Schools that you have attended or graduated from. Your most recent school goes first.
Work Experience
This section of the resume lists your work experience, accomplishments and responsibilities from prior jobs. This can also include volunteer job positions.
Job Position or Announcement
What you should read to understand an employer's needs
1st paragraph of cover letter
Why you are writing. This is "the grab," your chance to grasp your reader by the collar and get his attention
3rd paragraph of cover letter
Your closing. Summarize what you would bring to the position and suggest next steps by requesting a meeting or suggesting a call
Personal Information
Your name ,address, and phone number
Soft Skills
a combination of interpersonal people skills, social skills, communication skills
personal statement
a piece of writing that explains why you want a job or why you want to study a course
Resume'
is a complete listing of an individual's education, work experience & professional training
Interviewer
is the person who will be reading the Resume
Purpose of a Resume
is to secure an interview
One Page
the length of a resume