An equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. All voice telephone numbers on this document may be reached by persons using TDD/TTY equipment via the Florida Relay Service at 711. Summer Internship Incentive Plan, Revised 06/01/2021.

Summer Youth Internship Program Youth Activity Invoice

PARTICIPANT NAME: _________________________________________ Date: ________________________

Participants are eligible to complete a total of eight (8) activity invoices consisting of (2) stand-alone activity invoices and six (6) activity invoices which requires the participant to complete (3) of (12) activities one of which has to be a mandatory activity.

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION STAFF / DATE

MGMT / DATE ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION STAFF /

DATE MGMT / DATE

MANDATORY ACTIVITIES (MUST complete at least one activity with each invoice)

Complete a professional resume & cover letter & upload final versions in EF.

Complete a Common Interview Questions activity.

Submit your SYIP performance evaluation from with a satisfactory rating.

Interview with a business professional and/or write a reflection essay.

Complete at least one module from the Fifth Third Financial Wellness Portal Complete the Budget Activity packet.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Complete a career exploration activity including career clusters and career pathways.

Watch a presentation on various employability topics and write an essay summarizing what you’ve learned.

Complete and submit at least (1) online job application and provide confirmation of submittal.

Write an essay on “How COVID-19 has impacted your life academically and socially”.

Complete (2) Positive Lifestyle Choices activities on topics including bullying, social media etiquette, healthy relationships, teen pregnancy prevention, and self-esteem.

Complete (2) Employability Skills activities on topic including interview skills, workplace ethics, effective communication, problem-solving, and customer service assessments.

STAND ALONE ACTIVITIES

Complete the Ready to Work Soft Skills Courseware and assessment to learn how to handle entry-level tasks in the workplace.

Complete (1) Financial Literacy activity and assessment to understand how to apply various financial skills effectively.

Complete an industry recognized credential Write a 3-page essay on a career of your choice.

Check () Invoice Number Participant Validation Management Validation

1 2 3 4

Participant Signature Date Management Signature Date 5 6 7 8

9 10 11

SYIP Invoice #3 Instructions

1. Complete an online job application. Take a screenshot or save the email with the completion confirmation for submission. If using a screenshot, your name and thecompany you applied for must be visible.

2. Resume and Cover Letter:

− Complete the Resume Activity Packet− After reading the article on cover letters and reviewing the examples provided,

complete a professional resume with cover letter designed for your current assigned

position. Submit the final version to staff and upload to EmployFlorida.com.

3. Employability Skills Activities

− Elevator Speech worksheet

− Ethics in the Workplace Packet

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Summer Youth Internship Program

Resume Activity

Name: Date:

Use the resume worksheet to brainstorm and organize information for your resume.

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

Name:

Current Address:

City: State: ZIP:

Home Phone: Work (or Cell) Phone:

Email Address:

CAREER OBJECTIVE

A good career objective is essential. It should serve as the focal point of your resume, indicating what sort of job you are seeking, and what experience/skills you have to offer. You can change your career objective depending upon the job you are applying for. See the sample resumes for ideas. Some questions you may want to answer are:

What kind of employment do you want? Internship, coop, full-time, part-time

What type of position do you want? Customer services, sales etc.

Is there a particular industry you want to work in? Retail, hospitality, healthcare etc.

Fill in the blanks: Which objective style do you want on your resume? Formula 1: Focus on the kind of position you want.

Example: Seeking a full-time position as an Administrative Assistant.

Seeking a position as a .

Formula 2: Focus on the field or industry in which you are interested in

working. Example: Seeking an entry-level position in the Healthcare

field.

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Seeking a position in the field.

Formula 3: Focus on your skills/abilities.

Example: Seeking a position that will utilize my communication, data-entry skills, and my

strong work ethic.

Seeking a position that will utilize my , , and skills.

Below are a few examples phrases you could use for each section

Position: This describes the level position or the type of work you are seeking.

Entry Level A Specific Title (Warehouse Associate) Internship The name of a field (Administrative) First, Second, or Third Shift Professional Part-Time

Field: This describes the career field, industry or department you are seeking.

Accounting Administrative Culinary Arts Customer Service Educational Engineering Food Service

Financial Health and Beauty Healthcare Human Resources Information Technology Manufacturing Marketing

Mechanical Medical Sales Truck Driving Warehouse/Industrial Welding

Skills/Experience: These are your most outstanding strengths and abilities. These can also

be used in your Summary of Qualifications. See the Skills Identification Checklist for help

in identifying your unique and special skills.

Data Entry Work Ethic Computer Skills Problem Solving Ability Proven Success Record Public Speaking Ability Certifications Accuracy Specific Educational

Background Innovative Ideas Results Oriented Logical Thinking Ability Planning Skills Self-Starter Excellent Attendance Creativity Follows Instructions

Ability to Learn Quickly Maturity Dependability People Skills Communication Skills Enthusiasm Persistence Observant

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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

You will list the name of your high school and expected date of graduation on your resume. Generally, once you begin college or technical school, you can omit your high school information because it is assumed you have completed high school or obtained your GED. If you have taken, or are taking, college-level courses or vocational/technical training, you can list that first.

School Name:

City & State:

Expected Graduation Date: GPA (if above a 3.0) optional:

PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT & SUMMER JOBS

You probably do not have much experience directly related to your career objective. That’s okay! You may have volunteered or held part-time or summer jobs, and believe it or not, through those experiences you have developed valuable transferable skills that employers like to see in applicants. It also shows that you have held a job for a certain amount of time, demonstrating your work ethic and ability to manage your time between school and work.

The top skills and qualities of the perfect candidate are: Communication

Skills (verbal & written) Honesty/Integrity

Interpersonal Skills Motivation/Initiative

Strong Work Ethic Teamwork Skills

Analytical Skills Flexibility/Adaptability

It can sometimes be challenging to describe tasks on your resume. When doing so, think about the top skills listed above and how you developed these skills through your part-time work.

EXPERIENCE

When describing your responsibilities and accomplishments, try to highlight areas that are specifically relevant to the type of position you are seeking. Start each description with an action word (see list of action words on page 5).

Name and city/state of company:

Job Title:

Date From: (Mo/YR) Date To: (Mo/YR):

Description of responsibilities and accomplishments (Write your experiences in bullet statements):

Example: Responsible for sorting 1,000 small packages each hour of operation.

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Name and city/state of company:

Job Title:

Date From: (Mo/YR) Date To: (Mo/YR):

Description of responsibilities and accomplishments (Write your experiences in bullet statements):

ACTION WORDS Use action words to describe your experience and accomplishments. You should use present tense (i.e. “manage” or “collaborate”) when describing tasks that you are still doing. Use past tense (i.e. “managed” or “collaborated”) when describing tasks that you are no longer doing.

achieved

acquired

adapted

addressed

administered

analyzed

anticipated

assembled

assisted

audited

budgeted

calculated

centralized

changed

collaborated

composed

condensed

conducted

constructed

contracted

converted

coordinated

created

cultivated

demonstrated

designed

developed

devised

discovered

doubled

drafted

edited

eliminated

enforced

established

evaluated

expanded

explained

forecasted

formed

founded

generated

guided

hired

implemented

improved

informed

insured

interpreted

interviewed

launched

maintained

managed

marketed

minimized

motivated

negotiated

obtained

operated

organized

originated

oversaw

performed

planned

prevented

produced

programmed

promoted

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provided

publicized

published

recruited

reorganized

reported

researched

resolved

reviewed

selected

separated

set up

simplified

solved

surveyed

staffed

supervise

taught tested

trained

OTHER INFORMATION

Merit Scholarships, awards, honors, achievements (include dates) and languages you are fluent in. Example: Honor Roll, Fall 2017 & Spring 2018; Fluent in Spanish, Perfect Attendance Award 2018,

Co-curricular activities (sports, clubs, volunteer activities, etc.) List full name of organization, include dates, and include offices/positions you have held if applicable.

Example: Norton’s Suburban Hospital, Volunteer, Summer 2017

Computer skills

Example: Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

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REFERENCES

It is fine to write “Reference available upon request” (see sample resume). However, you need to be prepared to present references in the event an employer requests this information. You should prepare an extra sheet of the same high-quality paper as your resume to be used as your reference page. When thinking of references, consider supervisors you have worked for and professors that you know in your discipline. Do not list friends or family as your reference. Let your reference know that you are looking for a position. Also, provide your reference with a copy of your resume so that he/she can speak about your qualifications when asked.

Name: Title:

Company/Institution: Dept.:

E-mail: Phone:

Name: Title:

Company/Institution: Dept.:

E-mail: Phone:

Name: Title:

Company/Institution: Dept.:

E- mail: Phone:

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SAMPLE RESUME 1

Kathy McBeel

2100 McIntyre Dr. Lakeland, FL 33801

863-555-5665 kmcbeel@stu.kctcs.edu

OBJECTIVE

An administrative assistant position in the social service field using my data-entry skills, organizational ability, and strong work ethic.

EDUCATION

Smart High School Lakeland, FL

Graduation Date: May 2018

GPA: 3.6/4.0

COMPUTER SKILLS

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, PowerPoint) Microsoft Outlook Internet Explorer

EXPERIENCE

Cashier (September 2017-Present) McDonald's Winter Haven, FL

Key in customer orders into register and prepare food tray or takeout bags accordingly.

Serve cold drinks, using drink-dispensing machine, and frozen milk drinks and desserts, using milkshake or frozen custard machine.

Press lids onto beverages and place beverages on serving tray or in takeout container.

Demonstrated a positive attitude while processing customer cash and credit transactions.

Maintain a clean and orderly eating and serving area.

Server/Hostess January 2017- January 2017

Applebee’s Restaurant Lakeland, FL

Greeted guests, and escorted them to designated table

Described menu specials, took orders, and delivered meals in a timely manner

Assisted fellow servers in delivering orders to their tables, putting customer service first

Trained new servers on restaurant policies and procedures

HONORS AND ACTIVITIES

Honor Roll 2017-Present

Students Against Destructive Decisions, Member 2017-Present Co-Ed Y, President 2016- Present Senior Varsity Women’s Basketball Team 2017-Present

REFERENCES

Available upon Request

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SAMPLE RESUME 2

Jane Sassaby P.O Box 111 Winter Haven, FL

33881 (863) 555-5555

sassabyj@hotmail.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain an internship or part-time position in the banking industry utilizing my educational preparation in accounting

EDUCATION

Advanced High School, Winter Haven, FL Graduation Date: May 2018 GPA: 3.5

EXPERIENCE

Ride Attendant April 2017 to Present

Legoland Lakeland, FL

Direct patrons of amusement park in getting on and off riding device.

Maintain order among patrons waiting to ride device.

Fasten patrons' safety belts and bars to prevent injuries during ride.

Assist children and elderly patrons from ride.

Collect tickets and cash fares.

Sales Associate (May 2016 to June 2016)

Stein Mart Winter Haven, FL

Assisted in the smooth and profitable operation of specialty clothing and home décor shop.

Generated sales and maintained positive image among clients.

Designed and constructed store displays.

COMPUTER PROFICIENCIES

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FrontPage, and Adobe Photoshop

HONORS AND ACTIVITIES

SADD President, 2017 - Present Dance Team, 2016-Present Marching Band, 2016- Present Honor Roll, 2015-2016

REFERENCES

Available upon request

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SAMPLE RESUME 3

BRENT ADAMS 2522 James Dean Dr. ● Davenport, FL 33837 ● 863-555-5555 ● brent_adams@yahoos.com

Objective: Seeking an entry level customer service position.

Summary:

Precise and accurate worker with background demonstrating pride in performance and successful work accomplishment.

Strong problem solving, organizational and communicative skills, paying particular attention to detail.

Welcome new challenges, quickly learning new skills and procedures with excellent memory retention.

Education: Smith High School Davenport, FL

Graduation Date: May 2019

Experience: Babysitter Davenport, FL

Various Private Homes March 2017 to Present

Attend children in a private home.

Observe and monitor play activities and entertain children by reading

Prepare and serve meals and baby formulas.

Sterilize bottles and other equipment used for feeding infants.

Dress and assist children in dressing and bathing.

Accompany children on walks and other outings.

The Way Center Haines City, FL Shelter Volunteer August 2016 to December 2016

Served food to restaurant guests at counters and tables where food service was informal.

Presented menu, answered questions and made suggestions regarding food and service.

Wrote orders on checks, totaled bills and accepted payments.

Ladled chili, tossed salads, portioned pies and desserts, and brewed coffee.

Cleared and reset counters and tables.

Subway Davenport, FL Sandwich Artist May 2001 to August 2002

Sliced cold meats and cheese by hand and machine.

Prepared sandwiches to individual order of customers.

Prepared garnishes for sandwiches, such as sliced tomatoes and pickles.

Maintained cleanliness of restaurant by sweeping and mopping floor.

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SAMPLE REFERENCE PAGE

Jane Sassaby

P.O Box 111 Lakeland, FL 33801 (863) 555-5555

sassabyj@hotmail.com

Professional References

Dr. Boss Woman

Chairman and

Professor

University of

Louisville Music

Department

lovetosing@home.c

om (863) 234-5678

Mr. Boss Man

Supervisor United Parcel

Service HUB 2000

Whatcanbrowndoforyou@ups.com

(863) 456-7890

Mr. Music Man

Owner/Internship

Supervisor Musical

Delights

intone@myshop.com

(863) 999-9999

WORK EXPERIENCE

Marketing and Communications Specialist SeniorGainesvi[te RegionaL UtiLities02/2074 — 07/2079

Achievements/TasksD Coordinate Strategic Plan Summit annually lot Leadership Team of 20, All-Employee Meeting for

over 1000 employees and bi-monthly manager meetings for over 60 managers to Form andimplement marketing, strategic and communication plans that help support both short and long-range city and utility objectives.

D Manage annual compliance water quality report which goes to over 90,000 customers via bill inserts,social media, traditional media, direct mail, digital ads, community events and etc. C?

° Manage annual community projects such as the National Mayor’s Challenge; Low-income EnergyEfficiency Program; Drop Saver School Poster Contest; Precautionary Boil Water Notices; MedicallyEssential Electric Service Program; Flushables, Fat, Oil and Grease Campaign; etc. F?

° Supervise, train and develop employees on daily activities and projects and conducted a year projecton improving employee onboarding for the City of Gainesville’s 2262 employees.

Public Retations PractitionerSmati WorLd Corporate Communications10/2070 — Present

Achievements/Tasks° Increase exposure and brand recognition by 20% or more through various marketing and public

relations tactics for Smile Styler’s Dentistry, Miami Heels Shoe Boutique, ToppCuttaz Barbershop &Salon, Fashion Elevation, Global Hunters, Rosy Mickey Jewelry, Maximum Access ADA Consultants,Sobe Rides and etc. C?

o Created and managed social media sites, websites, SEO, PPC, media buying, competitor research,direct marketing, event planning, content creation, graphics development, media management andcommunity outreach. F?

Corporate Communications and Marketing AssistantGainesviLLe RegionaL Utitities05/2007— 09/2070

Achievements/Tasks° Developed and managed marketing and communication campaigns such GRU’s Low-income Energy

Efficiency Program thru direct mail, flyers, company website, media, social media, bill inserts andetc. to reach an annual goal of 100 homes renovated.

° Managed marketing campaigns for residential conservation and coordinated event materials andpromotional items for community outreach events, such as Builders Association of North CentralFlorida’s Home Show and Kanapaha Botanical Gardens’ Spring Garden Festival, which receive l000sof visitors.

° Researched, wrote and designed layout for GRU customer and employee newsletters, website andother publications, which went to over 90,000 customers and 1,000 employees monthly.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Business in Greater Gainesvitte Magazine’s 2018 Young ProfessionaL

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TiFFany Nichote SmalLMarketing and Communications Speciatist Senior

I am a hardworking and passionate public relations practitioner with over 10 yeats of vaLuabte experiencein communications, customet service, social media, management, sales, and marketing.

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EDUCATION

PubLic Retationsmajor;CommunicationStudies minorUniversity of FLorida2005—2009

SKILLS

Microsoft Office, AdobeCreative Suites, Canva,MaitChimp, Hootsuite,AP Style, Wix, SEO,Googte, Wotdpress, etc.

ORGANIZATIONS

Boys and Girls ClubReading Volunteer

NAACP Youth CouncilCo-Advisor

United Way ReadingPal’s EngagementCommittee Chair

City of GainesviLLe’s Emerging Leader Program (2016— 2018)

TIFFANY SMALLMarketing and Communications SpeciaList Senior

OBJECTIVEI am a hardworking and passionate public retations practitioner with over 10years of valuabLe experience in communications, sociat media, contentdeveloper, customer service, management, sates, and integrated marketing.

EDUCATIONUniversity of Florida 2005-2009

• Public Relations major• Communication Studies minor

EXPERI ENCEBUSINESS SERVICE CONSULTANT CareerSource Polk 11/19- PRESENT

• Develop retationships with business partners by assisting employers withhiring and training needs, conduct business visitations and attends and presentsservices to locat organizations and local Chambers of Commerce, etc.• Train staff on how to use Premier virtual Software to host ontine jobrecruitment events and help organize job fairs, monthly roundtable seminars,and other business events.• Develop marketing materials to help promote Business Services items andevents such as social media posts, banners, ftyers, presentations, etc.• Promote and process training grants applications to employers to help withup to 75% training reimbursements.

MARKETING SPECIALIST SR. Gainesville Regional Utilities 02/14 - 07/19

• Coordinated Strategic Plan Summit annually for Leadership Team of 20, AllEmployee Meeting for over 1000 employees and bi-monthly manager meetingsfor over 60 managers to form and implement marketing, strategic andcommunication ptans that hetp support city and utitity objectives.• Managed annual compliance water quality report which goes to over 90,000customers via bitt inserts, sociat media, traditionaL media, direct mail, digitalads, community events, etc.• Managed annual community projects such as the National Mayors Challenge;Low-income Energy Efficiency Program; Drop Saver School Poster Contest;Medically Essential Etectric Service Program; Flushables Campaign; etc.• Supervised, trained and developed employees on daily activities and projectsand conducted a year project on improving employee onboarding for the City ofGainesville’s 2262 employees.

PUBLIC RELATIONS MANAGER SmalIWorId Communications, 10/10-01/19

KEY SKILLSMicrosoft Office, Adobe CreativeSuites, Canva, MailChimp,Hootsuite, AP Style, Wix, SEO,Google, Wordpress, etc.

ORGANIZATIONS• Boys and Girls Club Board of

Directors (2019)• Kids Count Board of Director

(2019)• NAACP Youth Council Advisor

(2017-2019)• United Way Reading Pals

Engagement Committee Chair(2019)

ACHIEVEMENTS• Business in Greater Gainesville

Young Professional 2018• City of Gainesville’s Emerging

Leader Program 201 6-2018

REFERENCES• Lauren Munsey, GRU Supervisor

•Phimetto Lewis, GRU Staff

• Increased exposure and brand recognition by 20% or more through variousmarketing and pubtic relations tactics for Smile Styler’s Dentistry, Miami HeelsShoe Boutique, Toppcuttaz Barbershop & Salon, Global Hunters, Rosy MickeyJewelry, Maximum Access ADA Consultants, Sobe rides and etc.• Created and managed social media sites, websites, SEO, PPC, media buying,competitor research, direct marketing, event planning, content creation,graphics development, media management and community outreach.

• Max Lewis (352), PR Client

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Contact Information: yahoo.com

Debby GuertinPassionate about serving individuals and the community..4

Experience

01/1993-9/2020

Director of Community Relations • Experience Kissimmee

Connected Osceola County tourism and the community by buildingrelationships with local government, community groups and nonprofit organizations

Created, developed and successfully managed ExperienceKissimmee Cares, the charitable program of the company.

• Created corporate social responsibility programs and volunteeropportunities for visiting groups, individuals, and tourism industrymembers.

• Managed contractual obligations for community event grants andother community support.

• Developed marketing strategies and collateral to promote thevalue of tourism to the community.

@gmail.com

Director of Events • Experience Kissimmee

• Produced, marketed and successfully conducted approx. 35 eventsper year. Events included: meetings and convention of all sizes andbudgets, sporting events, sales & marketing launches,familiarization tours and festivals/special events.

• Managed a team of 10 staff plus contractors and vendors.

• Responsible for managing a $3 million budget.

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Other positions held at Experience Kissimmee: Director of Meetings &Conventions, Director of Sports Marketing, Director of DestinationServices, Director of Sales.

Education

Framingham State College, Framingham MABachelor of Arts in Modern LanguagesGraduated Cum Laude

• ;h Christian University• Bachelor of Arts in Theology• Graduated Suma Cum Laude

Skills and Certifications

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)Designation

Tourism Sales and Marketing

CRM/Database Management

Microsoft Office Software

• Crisis Incident Stress Management (CISM) Certified

• CPR Certified

References

Reference available on request.

Cover Letter Sample for a Resume

BY ALISON DOYLE

Do you need to write a cover letter (also known as a job application letter) for a job?

You may feel as though the document is unnecessary since you are already providing

a resume with plenty of information.

Not so! A cover letter serves an important purpose: it presents the case for why you

should be hired and distinguishes you from other candidates. Your cover letter is where

you can show your passion for the position and the company, and highlight your

most relevant qualifications.

Many employers require cover letters as part of the job application process. However,

even when an employer does not explicitly ask for a cover letter, you should send one.

A Robert Half survey reports that 58% of employers prefer to receive a cover letter and

find them to be valuable.1

A strong cover letter can make your application stand out from the crowd.

Review these tips for writing and sending a cover letter. Then, use the cover letter

sample below as a guide for when you write your own cover letter.

When to Write a Cover Letter

Even when an employer does not directly ask for one, be sure to always send a cover

letter. When shouldn’t you send a cover letter?

The only time you should avoid sending a cover letter is when a job listing explicitly says

not to send one. In that situation, it's more important to follow the directions on the job

listing.2

How to Write a Cover Letter for a Job

Make a Match

In your cover letter, address the top skills and abilities you have that match the job

description. Ideally, you should select the qualifications that are most relevant to the

position for which you are applying:

• Review the job description and try to determine which qualifications seem to add

the most value to the position.

• Provide a specific example of a time you demonstrated each of these

qualifications.

Consider Using Bullets

One great way to showcase your skills and achievements is to include a bulleted list of

your most impressive qualifications in the body of your cover letter. Using four or five

bulleted items helps this information to “pop” on the page.

Quantify Your Achievements

When describing significant professional successes, make this information even more

impressive by quantifying your contributions with numbers, percentages, or dollar

amounts in boldface.

Customize Your Cover Letters

While it might seem tedious, you should always customize each letter to fit the specific

job for which you are applying. After all, an effective cover letter must illustrate how your

experience matches up to the requirements outlined in the job listing. Failing to do so

can quickly get your application eliminated from the pool.

Echo the keyword phrases that are emphasized on the job announcement in your cover

letter.

Employers often now use sophisticated applicant tracking systems to provide a first

review of the cover letters and resumes they receive. The more industry-

specific keywords your cover letter includes, the more likely it is that your application will

be advanced for a deeper review.

Explain What's On Your Resume

You can use your cover letter to go into detail about something in your resume that

needs explaining.

For example, a cover letter is a great place to talk about a career shift, a career break,

or to explain an extended gap in employment.

Proof and Edit Your Cover Letter

A CareerBuilder survey reports that typos and grammatical errors can cost you an

interview, as can not including a cover letter.3

Be sure to thoroughly proofread each cover letter before sending it, looking for grammar

and spelling errors. Consider asking a friend or family member, or even a career

counselor, to read over your cover letter. It can be helpful to print a copy of your cover

letter and edit it with a pen in hand. Reading it out loud is another good way to catch

mistakes.

Review Examples and Templates

For help writing your cover letter, read samples like the one below, as well as cover

letter templates. Remember to tailor any example or template to fit your own

experiences and the job for which you are applying.

Want more tips? Review the top 10 cover letter writing tips for more details on how to

craft a successful cover letter. It’s smart to familiarize yourself with what it takes to write

an effective cover letter before you get started writing. That way, you can spend less

time on editing and more time on getting it right from the start.

You can also use a cover letter sample, like the one below, for inspiration.

Be sure to tailor any samples you use to match your own background and the job for

which you are applying.

As a reminder, always rework your cover letter to fit each specific position that you

apply for. In addition to tweaking the content, don’t forget to update the salutation, the

job title, and the company name.

Joseph Q. Applicant 123 Main Street, Anytown, CA 12345 · 555-212-1234 · josephq@email.com

August 17, 2020 Jane Smith Director, Human Resources Acme Company 123 Business Rd. Business City, CA 54321 Dear Ms. Smith,

I am interested in the author's assistant position at Acme Company, as advertised on LinkedIn. I am currently employed as legislative director for Assemblywoman Nora Kiel, Chairperson of the NYS Assembly. I believe that the skills and experiences I have gained at this position make me an ideal candidate for the job of author’s assistant.

As legislative director, I have developed strong writing and editing skills. For example, one of my main duties is to prepare Assemblywoman Nora Kiel’s personal legislation, which deals with issues related to her position as Senior Member of the NYS Assembly Standing Committee.

This duty requires meticulous writing and editing skills, and an ability to convey complex legal ideas clearly. I have prepared dozens of pieces of legislation and received praise for the clarity of my writing.

I have also gained extensive experience in legal and policy research – fields that you state the author’s assistant must be familiar with. My experience in the NYS Assembly has afforded me the opportunity to become familiar with the consolidated and unconsolidated laws of the State of New York. In particular, through my work with Assemblywoman Nora Kiel, I have become heavily involved in the current welfare and Medicaid reform movement. I am always eager to learn more about state legislation, reading up on these topics on my own time to become more knowledgeable. I would love to bring this passion for policy and law to your company.

I am confident that my experience in the Legislature and my research and writing skills qualify me for consideration. If you would like, I can provide you with current samples of my work. I have also enclosed my resume. I look forward to meeting with you and discussing my qualifications in more detail.

Sincerely,

Joseph Q. Applicant (signature hard copy letter)

Joseph Q. Applicant

Summer Youth Internship Program Employability Activity

Name: Date: .

Creating an Elevator Speech

An elevator speech is a short (15-30 second, 150 word) sound bite that succinctly and memorably introduces you. It spotlights your uniqueness, focuses on the benefits you provide and is delivered effortlessly. A great elevator speech makes a lasting first impression, showcases your professionalism and allows you to position yourself.

Answer the following questions:

Who are you?

How can you grab

What are your key strengths?

What positive adjectives describe you?

What will you bring to an employer? What can/do you do?