resume & cover letter writing workshop career services presentation october 17 2013 rebecca...
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Resume & Cover Letter WritingWorkshop
Career Services PresentationOctober 17 2013Rebecca [email protected]
www.mta.ca/careers
Why?
Summer, internship & job searchingGrad schoolsLinkedIn & other social media
Target your resumeAnalyze each point listed in the job description Check out key components: qualifications, experience required, “soft skills”, the job itself, term, company environment, etc. Pull out key words – “power words” – and use them in your applicationReference their key criteria in your cover letter and/or resume
Cover Letter WritingImportant hints:
Research the company – make sure you understand their values and goals. Make allusions to them in your cover letter.
Be clear and concise. Don’t use language which is too formal.
Be passionate and keen. Show that you really want the position and that you are the best for the job.
Make it targeted. Never send a form letter.
Cover Letter Writing
Resume (CV) Writing
Resume (CV) WritingImportant things to include – keywords, skills list, accomplishments (not just a job description)Important things to keep off – references (unless requested), age, photo, personal detailsFormatting Recommendations:
Use a standardized fontKeep the important RELEVANT info at the topPage rules are more flexible – 2 pages
SummaryExamplesCover Letters and Resumes should showcase your skills, but also your personalityThey should be targeted, ensure that relevant experience is highlightedProve to the hiring committee that you’re the best candidate for the job
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