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Resume & Cover Letter Writing. LuAnn Schwery, Assistant Dean Creighton University Graduate School. Resumes. No right or wrong format Look professional & easy to read Well written – relevant content May be tailored and updated for each position. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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Resume & Cover Letter Writing
LuAnn Schwery, Assistant DeanCreighton University Graduate School
Resumes
No right or wrong format Look professional & easy to read Well written – relevant content May be tailored and updated for each position
Most students have a reverse chronological resume
Most common categories: Objective Education Experience Additional Experience Honors Activities Skills
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Information
Name – Larger and in bold Address City, State, Zip Phone Email
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Basic Information – Two Styles
William A. Smith12835 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68143
(402) 343-3274
William A. Smith12835 West Center Omaha, Nebraska 68143 (402)343-3274 [email protected]
Objective
Gives resume purpose and direction Should be short and concise
Examples:– To obtain a position as a Resident Advisor – To obtain a summer Nexus internship– To obtain admission into medical school– To obtain a position in accounting
Education
University, City & State
Degree Graduation Date
Major: Minor/Emphasis:
GPA:
Bachelor of Arts May 2013 GPA: 3.5
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
Major: English Minors: Business & Spanish
Millard North High School, Omaha, Nebraska
Diploma June 2009
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Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration May 2012
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska GPA: 3.5
Major: Marketing Minor: Spanish
Trinity University, Dublin, Ireland Spring 2011
__________________________________________________________________________
Bachelor of Arts – English Specialization: American Literature May 2013
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska GPA: 3.8
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Objective: To obtain a Resident Advisor position
Education: Bachelor of Arts – English May 2014
Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
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Experience
Experience can be . . . . . . .– Paid or not paid– Employment related to your field– Summer jobs– Internships– Leadership positions– On campus employment– Part-time jobs
**Put the most emphasis on this information
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Experience
Format– Reverse chronological order
Most recently obtained at the top– Where you worked, city & state– Title– Dates– Descriptions
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Descriptions
Don’t use a template Use bullets or dashes Start each sentence with an action verb No periods Spell out states & dates Utilize a variety of action verbs to describe experiences Use terms related to your field List responsibilities from most important to least important Past tense vs. present tense Use professional language
– Managed, supervised and evaluated 18 employees
Experience
Delta Zeta Sorority, Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska
New Member Educator January 2011 – Present
- Educate and orient new members to the organization
- Plan and facilitate workshops and educational programs
- Mentor members and address issues and concerns
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Experience
vs.
Additional Experience
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Additional Experience
Old Navy, Omaha, Nebraska
Sales Associate March 2011 – Present- Assist customers with purchases and provide quality
customer service
Or
Up Stream Brewery, Omaha, Nebraska
Hostess June – September 2010
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Activities
Delta Zeta Sorority Biology Club Secretary CU STAR Tour Guide for Undergraduate Admissions Service Trip Coordinator
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Honors & Activities
Creighton Student Employee of the Year – 2012 Alpha Sigma Nu (Jesuit Honor Society) International Relations Club Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity
– Rush Chair 2010-2011– New Member Educator 2009-2010
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Skills
Computer Skills:
Windows XP, Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Webpage design in HTML, Dream Weaver and social media
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Additional Categories (if needed)
Research or Research Experience Service Publications Conferences & Workshops Presentations Additional Training Teaching Experience Licensure/Certifications
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References
References: Should be included with resume References listed on a separate page Include 3-5 professional references “References Available Upon Request” – optional on resume
References (continued)
Information to include: Your name & contact information at the top of reference page Reference’s name Title Where employed Business address City, state, & zip code Business phone number Email address Relationship (optional)
Cover Letters
Cover Letters
Your introduction to the employer Must be sent with every resume “Please submit resume . . . . (and cover letter)” Summary of your experience, skills, and abilities – show a
match More descriptive than your resume Three paragraph format
Cover Letter Salutation
Date
Ms. Andrea Smith (Name)
Human Resource Manager (Title)
First National Bank (Company name)
1620 Dodge Street (Address)
Omaha, Nebraska 68116 (City, State, Zip)
Dear Ms. Smith:
Cover Letters
1st Paragraph
– Why you’re writing Applying for a particular job/position Inquiring about possible job/position Relocating to the area and job searching
Cover Letters
2nd Paragraph
– Experience that is related to the position– What you have to offer the employer– Show a match between your experience and the job
description
Cover Letters
3rd Paragraph
– Wrap up and thank you– Reiterate your interest in the position– Express interest in an interview– Contact information: phone number & email address
Resumes & Cover Letters
Questions?