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Job a pplications – l etters and r ésumés

Job a pplications – l etters and r ésumés. Job application materials. Résumé – one page overview of your qualifications, skills, and background Application (or cover) letter – explanation of your credentials for a particular job that conveys a knowledgeable and professional persona

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Job a pplications – l etters and r ésumés

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  1. Job applications – letters and résumés

  2. Job application materials • Résumé– one page overview of your qualifications, skills, and background • Application (or cover) letter – explanation of your credentials for a particular job that conveys a knowledgeable and professional persona • Dossiers – evidence of your achievements (transcript, recommendation letters, etc.) • Portfolios – a collection of job application materials • Curriculum Vitae (CV) – a detailed synopsis (longer than a resume) of your educational background, teaching and research experience, publications, awards, affiliations, and other professional information; mostly used in academia

  3. RÉsumÉs Contact Information (Career Objective) Education Work Experience Job-related awards, skills, activities, and interests (References) Comic from http://www.corecommunication.ca/an-innovative-resume-template-that-includes-testimonials/

  4. Header (Contact Info) Educational Experience Work Experience Additional Professional Info

  5. Header (Contact Info) http://donahuedesign.blogspot.com/2009/07/updated-resume-references.html Work Experience Additional Professional Info Educational Experience

  6. Application and cover letters • Cover letter: announces presence of resume • Application letter: detailed description of experience For Letters and Resumes: Tailor to the position based on its requirements Use specific examples with concrete details Consider the company’s personality and how you will benefit them

  7. Statement of Purpose Details/Evidence Goodwill Closing

  8. Make your résumé and application letter stand out! • Usable design • Tailored for position • Specific examples and concrete details • Benefit to the organization • Revise! • Proofread!!

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