DBE & M/W/SDVBE LETTERS OF INTENT & SCHEDULES OF PARTICIPATION
CV/Resume/Letters of Intent Preparation
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Transcript of CV/Resume/Letters of Intent Preparation
Resume/CV Writing
Presented By
Caitlin Henke, MA
Career Development Facilitator
CV versus Resume
Resume
• Profile of professional qualifications
• One to two pages in length
• Generally more focused on employment history than academic background
CV versus Resume
Curriculum vitae (CV)
• In-depth written account of education, experience, and achievements
• One to several pages in length- Industry = shorter (2-3 p.)- Research/academia = longer (3+ p.)- 1st years = 2 p.
• Used primarily in academiaTeaching, research, administration, consulting
What is the Purpose?
• To get an interview, not a job
• Provides a summary of what you want to discuss in an interview
• Self-promotion document
Effective Resumes/CVs
• Generate interviews
• Are tailored to a specific position within a specific organization
• Your resume should focus on:– Skills and experiences outside of your paid
positions– Targeting your strengths to the employer’s
needs– The most relevant parts of your background
and important assets as they relate to the position
– Include key words, exact matches, minimum qualifications, required skills from posting
Marketing tool
What types of Experiences?
• Coursework• Projects/
Assignments• Conferences/
Workshops• Student Activities• Special
knowledge/Skills
• Full-time work• Part-time work• Volunteer• Community service• Student/ Professional
organizations
LANGUAGE SKILLSFluent in written and spoken Spanish
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCESExtensive travel in Latin America,Summers 2007 and 2008
RELATED ACTIVITIESPerformer, Into the Woods, Musical Theatre Southwest, June 2006
WORKSHOPS ATTENDED“A-B-C and 1-2-3”, New Mexico Student Leader Association, April 2008
Additional Sections (resume)
AWARDS/ACCOMPLISHMENTSLottery Scholarship RecipientDean’s List: 2010 - 2011
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONSMember, New Mexico Student Leaders Association, Aug 2008 – present
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENTPresident, ASUNM, May 2009 – May 2010
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTVolunteer, Habitat for Humanity, June 2008 – Aug 2010
CV Sections May Include• Education• Dissertation or Thesis• Honors and Awards• Certification/Licensure/• Endorsements• Courses Taught/Teaching
Experience• Lab Experience• Professional Experience• Relevant Experience• Languages
• Professional Associations/Memberships
• Publications• Presentations• Recent/Current Research• Community Involvement• Educational Travel• Institutional/Academic Service• Qualifications and Skills• References
• Grants Received
Basic Format
• Contact information• Objective/Summary of
Qualifications• Education
• Academic Experience/Projects
• Professional Experience• Related Experience• Additional Sections
Contact Information
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. candidate with five years of teaching experience providing outstanding
academic support in university setting. Extensive knowledge of cell breakage, ELISA, immunoassays and spectroscopy. Proficiency in preparation and identification of nucleic acids, protein isolation and separation by gel filtration and computer analysis of kinetic data.
Profile
• Highly energetic individual with proven ability to motivate children of diverse backgrounds, and engage them in educational activities.
• Effective leadership providing direction and accountability for teams experiencing increased test scores for standardized tests.
Eye catcher
EDUCATIONMaster of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Anticipated: May 2010
Relevant Course work: Clinical Serology, Advanced Clinical Microbiology, Advanced Immunohematology, Clinical Lab Management
Bachelor of Science in Biology
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
May 2007 Graduated magna cum laude
Education
Chronological/Traditional:
• Content listed in reverse order with the most recent information first.
• Preferred among conservative employers
• Best suited those who have a great deal of related experience
Functional/Skills Based:
• Content is categorized by functions, or areas of expertise and skills.
• De-emphasizes dates and concentrates on skills, experience, and
– accomplishments
• Works well for individuals with limited education or employment gaps
• Good for career changers
Format: Chronological vs. Functional
• Draw upon ALL experiences that are related to position
• Look for direct/exact matches• Use the vocabulary of the profession• Use high-impact action words• Quantify your experiences • Control the flow of information through sequencing• Always focus on outcomes, contributions, and
accomplishments• http://online.onetcenter.org
Describing your Experiences
O*Net
• Be consistent• Easy to read (enough white
space)• Appropriate use of
fonts/bullets ( TNR, Arial)• Completely free of errors• Appropriate margins• Consistent use of verb
tense• Suitable length
Resume/CV Checks
• Clip art, scanned images, or borders• Personal information (marital status, date of birth,
health status, photograph)• Use of the first person (ex. I did…)• Salary requirements• Contractions and abbreviations (i.e. Don’t)• Hobbies• Addresses of previous employers• Reason for leaving previous position(s)• Forget to submit a cover letter with the resume
Resume Don'ts
UNM CAREER SERVICES
www.career.unm.eduWalk-ins:
Monday, Friday 9-12Tuesday, Thursday 1-4
Wednesday 1-5-Or-
By Appointment
Student Services Center Rm 220277-2531