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WRITE YOURSELF INTO A J-O-B Resume and Cover Letter Tips for High School Students by Kaleb Owens
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WRITE YOURSELF INTO A
J-O-BResume and Cover Letter Tips for High School Students
by Kaleb Owens
WANT A JOB?
A Cover Letter and Resume can make the difference in getting the job that can
CHANGE YOUR LIFE!
A RESUME… WHAT IS THAT?
A brief account of one’s work experience or qualifications often submitted
with a job application
THE RESUME…..……
Heading: Name, Address, E-mail Address, Phone Number
Career Objective: A statement explaining why you are a great fit for the job listed in
terms of skills
Experience: A List of the jobs worked and details of the skills performed
Interests, awards, community service: List awards and volunteer service you
participated in over the past year
PERRY JAMESON1515 Stanley Drive #62Hometown, KS 66202
[email protected](913) 555-1938
OBJECTIVETo obtain knowledge of the day-to-day workings of a communications, public relations, or publishing firm through a part-time job or summer internship.
EDUCATIONCompleted three years at Hometown High School.Graduation date: May 2005.G.P.A. 3.85. Top 5% of class
EXPERIENCENewspaper Staff Member, Hometown High School• Aug 2012 - present. Features editor of campus
newspaper.• Aug 2009 - Aug 2012. Researched information for news
articles using library and Web sources. Composed and edited informational articles, columns, editorials, and advertising copy.
Yearbook Committee Member, Hometown High School• Aug 2012 - present. Editor-in-chief of yearbook staff.
Leader of design and publication teams from initial layout through finished product.
• Aug 2009 - Aug 2012. Yearbook staff member. Experience taking photographs, designing layout, and writing captions and sidebars.
RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIESTechnical writing; advanced composition; debate; video production; computer classes providing knowledge of word processing, desktop publishing, and Web software.
HONORS, AWARDS, AND MEMBERSHIPS
• U.S. Media Association Scholarship Recipient Scholarship based on academic achievement, community service, and campus participation and leadership in high school communications projects and studies.
• 2011 Best High School Newspaper Design Winner Central State Regional Communications Contest, sponsored by the Communications Department, State University.
• President of high school chapter of Future Communicators of America (FCA),
2011 – present
• Treasurer of National Honor Society, 2011 – present
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Sample High School Resume
No work experience
PATTY JAMESON1515 Stanley Drive #62Hometown, KS 66202
[email protected](913) 555-1938
OBJECTIVETo obtain knowledge of the day-to-day workings of a day care center through a part-time job or summer internship.
EDUCATIONCompleted three years at Hometown High School.Graduation date: May 2014.G.P.A. 3.85. Top 5% of class
EXPERIENCE
• Aug 2007-present Light House Baptist Church , Teaching Assistant Assisted teachers in taking care of children ages 5-8, planned activities and prepared snacks
• June 2007-presentLighthouse Baptist Vacation Bible School—Teacher for 7-8 year olds; planned activities and field trips
• June 2007-presentBaby-Sitter (ages 3-8) forNeighborhood families
RELEVANT HIGH SCHOOL STUDIESTaking courses in childcare and business
HONORS, AWARDS, AND MEMBERSHIPS
• 2011 Volunteer of Year Award Volunteer for Big Brother’s Big Sister’s YMCA Summer Camp New Life Community Center
• President of high school chapter of Future Communicators of America (FCA),
2011 - present
• Treasurer of National Honor Society, 2011 –
present
References upon request
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Sample High School Resume
Work Experience
Traci Hite 1206 Erin Lane
Nashville, TN 37212 256-338-1484
Objective To use my enthusiasm, creativity, education, and attention to detail to thrive for the betterment of the company
Education University of North Alabama, Florence AL May 2012 BS Degree in Communications, Magna Cum Laude Wallace State Community College May 2009 Associates in Science Degree, Cum Laude
Experience Sony Music Entertainment, Nashville TN Radio Promotion Department Intern Spring 2012 Worked closely with Radio Promotion Coordinators from RCA, Arista, and BNA-Columbia Record Labels for artist events, mailouts, and miscellaneous station-related activities Country Music Association, Nashville TN Media Volunteer Escorted Media during the CMA Festival University of North Alabama, Florence AL Facility Monitor- Recreational Sports and Fitness 2012-2011Managed facilities during regular operation hours Center Singing River Records- Student Run Record Label 2010-2011 Promotions Director
GrammyU 2010-Present Mentored with Warner Brother's Scott \Hendricks Attended the Grammy Block Party in Nashville
Phi Mu 2010-2012 Public Relations Chair Publicized the first ever Casino Night which raised over $4,000 for Children’s Miracle Network
Student Government Association 2009-2011 Student Welfare Chair, 2010-2011 Coordinated the 2010 Lion Feedback Forum Attended Higher Education Day, 2010
Honors and Awards Phi Kappa Phi, 2010 Lambda Pi Eta, 2010 Phi Theta Kappa, 2008 Who’s Who Among American Colleges and Universities, 2008
References Lesly Tyson-Vice President Promotions 615-301-4421
Lauren Thomas-Regional Promoter- West Coast615-301-4421
Rusty Sherrill-Promotions Coordinator615-301-4423
Sample Professional Resume 2
A COVER LETTER……...WHY DO I NEED THAT?
a Cover letter introduces you
to a potential employer, lists
your experience,
interests, goals, and tells why you are
the one to hire
for the j-o-b!
The Cover Letter…………What Should It Say?
Introduce yourself: Explain who you are and what interested
you in the JobGreat Fit: A statement explaining why
you are the one for the job through life lessons, experience and passion
Correct Grammar: Please use correct grammar and punctuation! If not used
correctly, this could be an indicator that you can’t perform the JOB
John Henry123 Blue Street
Coldwater, AL 56703999-765-3421
Bill JonesColumbia College 567 Happy Lane Jacksonville, AL, 35308
Re: Position No. C188-200276
Dear Mr. Jones:
I read with interest your posting for an Academic Advisor in the Student Academic Success Center at Columbia State Community College. I know that this is the correct position for me as I feel that my experience and education fit the type of person you are looking for to fill this position. I am a firm believer that education is an investment in oneself, having recently completed my MS in Adult Education through Buffalo State College's on-line program.I hereby enclose my resume, and other required materials for your review.
I look forward to speaking with you further about what I may offer Columbia State Community College as an Academic Advisor in the Student Academic Success Center.
Sincerely,
Alison Pinsley
SAMPLE COVER LETTER
DO THIS………& WRITE YOURSELF INTO A J-O-B
Be Honest
Get to the Point
Keep It Professional
Paint a True Picture of Yourself
Tell Them Why You Want to Work For Their
Company
DON’T WRITE YOURSELF OUT OF A J-O-B!
AbbreviationsBad Punctuation
False Impersonation
of yourselfLYING
Over-selling yourself
DO NOT USE TEXTING
LANGUAGE IN YOUR RESUME OR COVER LETTER!
USE BASIC ENGLISH ONLY!!!!
SOCIAL MEDIAUse Twitter, Facebook, etc.
for Job Networking The Use of
Social Media Can Greatly
Enhance Your Ability to Land a Great
Job Through Networking
FINAL COVER LETTER AND
RESUME WRITING TIP
Always have someone (either a
career professional or an English
Teacher) look over your resume and
cover letter before sending it to a
potential employer
