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