Property of Abbas Zare-ee, University of Kashan, Feb 2012.

Property of Abbas Zare-ee, University of Kashan, Feb 2012


CV

Preparing to writeYour Curriculum Vitae

• A CV is “a summary of your educational• background and experiences”• – It is usually all inclusive• – It is usually 2 pages or more in length


What are CV’s for?

• A résumé is a limited summary of

• education and experience pointed toward a

• specific career objective

• – It may be selective

• – It is usually no more than 2 pages in length


Importance of CV’s

• A CV provides a first impression of your

• professional qualifications

• • Make sure it is

• – Organized,

• – Professional and

• – High quality


Basic RulesA. FOLLOW DIRECTIONS!!– If a job ad gives specific instructions followthem. Ask for clarification if necessary.• B. USE A SPELL-CHECKER!!– There is nothing that gives a worse impresionthan a poorly prof-read CV.• C. Choose a consistent and easily readableTypeface

• The CV should have relatively little• narrative.• • If there are portions that require explanation,• it may be appropriate to do so in a cover• letter.• • Resist the temptation to over-explain.• • On the other hand – the obvious will not be• ignored.


The components of CV’s1. Contact information

2. Education

3. Professional experience

4. Funding

5. Awards and honors

6. Memberships

7. Scholarly works

8. References


A. Contact information

• name, address,

• phone, email

• If you have a current position this should

• include you title and institution

• photo


B. Education

Often in reverse chronological order

Remember: newest first


C. Professional experience

Also reverse chronological order!!!

Research Experience

– Teaching Experience

– Other professional experiences

• Non-academic or research positions

• Service performed


D. Other main parts

• D. Funding

• E. Awards and honors

• F. Society memberships


Publications

reverse chronological order

• – Refereed papers

• – Abstracts

• Don’t mix abstracts in with full papers

• – Invited presentations


Statements of interest

• • Statements of research interests or plans.

• • Statements of teaching interests or

• philosophy.

• • These are usually separate documents from

• the CV and deserve their own serious

• consideration.

Your CV

Your Best Friend & Handiest Tool to Obtain Promotion / Tenure

Debbie RissingDirector, External & Faculty Affairs

Dept. of Psychiatry

For P/T application

CV’s Primary Function: A clear snapshot of achievements and abilities

Scholarly ActivitiesTeachingService – clinical service, service to Dept, College, University, Profession, Community

Recognition in the field

Weight given to each varies by track, rank. Norms @:

http://www.uic.edu/depts/mcam/fa/faptdocs.shtml

Importance of your CV in Promotion/Tenure Application

• Most external referees rely heavily on CV

• It may be the only document an external referee looks at before writing evaluation

• External letters weigh heavily in internal reviews, from dept through campus level.

• Update, organize, and polish your CV.

A strong CV begets…

Positive External Letters

Positive Internal Reviews

Promotion &/or Tenure

Major elements of a P/T application

• Scholarly Activities

• Teaching Abilities and Achievements

• Service

Structure of CV should correspond to structure of promotion application

Scholarly Activities

• Grants

• Publications– Peer-reviewed journal articles– Other articles– Chapters in books– Review articles

• Scientific presentations– Peer-reviewed, Invited, International/National

Teaching Abilities, AchievementsShow depth, breadth, effectiveness of teaching• Note institutions, range of trainees, courses/ lectures• Role, and dates if not too cumbersome• Consider presenting info in a table -- clarity,

organization, “skimability”• Concrete measures of teaching effectiveness: Course

eval summaries? Former trainees’ remarkable success(es)? Awards?

Service• Patient care• Service to Dept• Service to College/University• Service to Profession – editorial reviews, grant reviews, acad. or

professional orgs, etc. – Leadership service (board member, appointed/elected officer, etc.) – List memberships separately; they don’t constitute service

• If appropriate, consider Service to Profession subsections -- Internal / External, or Local, Regional, National, Internat’l

Tips• Abilities & achievements not noted = nothing done.

When in doubt, include

• Scrutinize CV. Make sure all relevant info is there

• Scrutinize for appearance: Clear, “skimable,” organized

• Scrutinize for consistent formatting, spelling.

Tips• Imagine your CV is one of 8 an ext ref must assess quickly.

What first impression does yours make? Is it confusing, daunting? If so, revise, reorganize.

• Aim for clear, organized, readable

• NOTE: Internal reviewers will see 4 – 80 packets

• Use white space, bold face type, tabs, categorization to improve readability, organization

• Clinicians, don’t include license numbers

Tips• It’s ok to include personal info, but why expose that

info? It’s not professionally relevant; it adds to risk of identity theft

• Paginate – it brings order

• Use a “last updated” feature

• Keep a “self” file. Record: presentations, (note if invited), lectures, memberships, committee service (search, research, program, educ, residency recruitment, etc.)

Common Mistakes

• Missing academic title

• Listing proposed title, rather than current title; confuses ext refs, irks internal refs!

• Failure to update title after accepting a new position or role

• Typos

• Sloppy, inconsistent formatting

Common Mistakes

• Failure to list all grants. Include pending

and not funded. If you applied, didn’t get funded and don’t list that, it looks the same as not trying.

• Poor organization

• Misrepresenting non-peer-reviewed publications as though they are peer-reviewed

Common Mistakes

• Mixing all pubs together - hard to discern peer-reviewed, non-peer-reviewed, abstracts, chapters

• Overkill with underwhelm Ex: listing many individual radio and consumer press quotations. Go with: “Quoted professionally more than 60 times on radio, and more than 30 times in consumer print media.”

Common Mistakes

Padding: Do NOT:

• List old, irrelevant info. For ex, high school or college extracurricular activities, non-academic activities such as hobbies

• Double-dip, double list –

if in doubt clarify with an explanatory note

Final Tip

• Do NOT Mix Type Fonts

… they make your CV look like a

ransom note!

Writing a good CV

Aims and Objectives

By the end of the session you will be able to:

• Recognise the importance of writing a good CV.

• Recognise the importance of proof-reading for spelling, punctuation, grammar and meaning.

• Proof-read a “bad CV” and suggest ways of improving it.

• Identify your own skills and personal qualities.

• Draft and type up your own CV.

It’s all about you

CVs are an opportunity to show an employer why you are an ideal candidate for the job.

A good CV will:

• Stand out from the crowd.• Draw attention to your relevant skills, experience, achievements and potential.• Create such an impression on the employer that they will not be able to turn you down

for interview.

Everyone has potentialEveryone has more skills than they think they doEveryone can write a good CV

Proof-read

One obvious but often overlooked aspect of good CV writing is proof-reading for spelling, punctuation and other errors.

CVs should be checked, drafted, re-drafted and then checked again.

Make sure that your CV is the best document you possess. It could make all the difference to get you that interview!

Do

• Use a standard font size in black ink.• Include recent and relevant work experience (paid or voluntary).• Be consistent in your layout.• List your skills and achievements and back up with evidence.• Keep it short (maximum 2 pages).• Use positive action verbs such as “organised, delivered, accomplished,

achieved”.• Include a statement about your career aspirations and what you have to offer

the employer.• Be honest but positive (negatives can always be turned into positives).• Proof-read for spelling, punctuation, grammar and meaning.• Get someone to check it for you.

Don’t

• Do it in a rush.• Leave gaps in employment.• Lie.• Include irrelevant personal details such as marital status.• Simply write a list of duties under work experience (remember you are selling

yourself!).• Use flashy or large font.

There is no single way to write a CV. It is your document and can be structured and presented as you wish within a basic framework.

The important thing to remember is that this is the first impression an employer will have of you. It is your marketing brochure through which you are trying to sell yourself.

Activity: A Bad CVFor example, try the ‘Rich Andrews’ CV available at http://www.onestopenglish.com/

Entry 3: Proof-read the CV for spelling and punctuation errors.

Level 1: Proof-read the CV for spelling, punctuation and layout.

Level 2: Can you find anything else wrong with the CV?

What’s missing?

All: How could it be improved?

IGC Conference 2011

CV & Interview Preparation

Caroline Kennedy

4th March 2011

CV & Interview Preparation IGC Conference 2011

The purpose of this workshop is to;

Gain an understanding into job hunting in this competitive environment. Gain useful and practical advice on how job seekers can market themselves successfully as the ideal candidate to potential employers.

Upon completion of the workshop;

Know how to make an immediate impact with your CV

Know key format and content for your CV and Cover Letter

Know how to prepare for interview

Uncover essential interview tips and techniques


Todays Job Market

CompetitiveAdded Value

Unique Selling PointJob Searching Methods

Transferable SkillsAdaptable

Strong References


Jobsearch & Job Seekers

Know Job Seeking Process; Job Application to Job Offer Stage Add, CV & Letter, Application Form, Online, Telephone Interview, Aptitude or Dexterity Test, 1st Interview, 2nd Interview, Medical, Garda Clearance, Job Offer. (Can take minimum 2 – 10 weeks)

Job Function & Tasks; Transferable Skills.Demonstrate Skills/AbilitiesS.T.A.R. Situation

TaskActionResult

Use Networking Opportunities


How People Find Jobs…

(From HSE WNO 2010)(From HSE WNO 2010)

CV & Interview Preparation IGC Conference 2011Job Hunters (In order of preference in job seeking)

1. CV2. Advertisement3. Agencies4. Colleagues5. Referrals6. Contacts7. Drop Ins8. Inside the Company

Employers(In order of preference in

recruitment)

1. Look inside Company2. Colleagues3. Referrals4. Drop Ins5. Contacts6. Agencies7. Adds8. CV


Job Seeking Process

Curriculum VitaeGenerate interest in you and your skills, which will lead to interview, allowing opportunity to sell yourself.

Passport to a Job.Record of all Education, Work History, Skills.Most Important Document a Job Seeker can produce.


CV Should be;Personal; Marketing Tool, Sells your skills/abilities

to future employers.

Comprehensive; Present Full Potential, have solid examples to back up each item listed.

Concise; Have a good balance of information, may need a few drafts. Opportunity to expand

further at interview.

Attractive; Must appeal to the reader, identify unique selling points and include them in profile


CV ContentPersonal Details; Essential; Name, Contact Phone Numbers, Email Contact.Optional: Address, DOB.

ProfileHighlight History e.g. Over 3 year experience in Retail Sales.Transferable Skills e.g. Good Organisational, Numeracy and I.T. Skills. Personal Qualities e.g. Reliable, Hardworking, Friendly Individual.

Education/TrainingDates, College Name, Course Title/Qualification (Level)List Subjects from Course.

Work History/Employment HistoryDates, Employer Name, Job Title; Function/Tasks of Job. (Work Placement)


CV Content contd./Additional Informatione.g. Holder of Driving License/Safe Pass Card.

Voluntary Work e.g. Volunteer Youth Assistant Assisted with Summer Camp Activities for kids aged 10-14yrs.

Hobbies/InterestsShow a balance of group and individual activities.

ReferencesName, Title, Company Name, Phone, Email Contact.

Signed & DateShows ownership of CV & CV is up to date.


Types of CV

Functional CV; Focuses on Skills

Combination CV; Skills and Jobs

Chronological CV; Job History in reverse order


CV Layout Presentation

KISS (Keep it Short & Simple) 2 Pages.Use Action WordsUse Phrases not sentences

Make it easy for interviewer to Find you. Minimise Personal data

Keep it Clear and CleanDesign C.V so that it is easy on the eye.Check Spelling and Typing.

Writing from Present to Past.Avoid Gaps.

Tell the Truth.Keep your C.V Up to Date.Put your name on Every Page.


Sample CV….


Cover Letters

Why?Provides opportunity to highlight how your specific skills match job requirements.

The Letter….Good AppearanceMake it PerfectUse a Business Correspondence FormatWrite to a specific person


Writing Cover Letters

Use a grabber first sentence.

Why you are attracted to position.

Highlight experience, skills relevant to job.

Include information about training, personal traits.

State your next step.

Thank person for time/consideration.


CV Mistakes.…..

I have never been backwards when it comes to coming forwards.

My duties included greeting laundrette customers, removing their clothes, and washing them.

A great lover of languages, I speak intermediate German, high-level Russian, and fluent Spinach.

This document outlines my experience, skills, and qualifications, which I trust you will carefully overlook. “Career break in 1999 to renovate my horse”

“I am anxious to use my exiting skills.”

"Education: Curses in liberal arts, curses in computer science, curses in accounting."

"Instrumental in ruining entire operation for a Midwest chain store."


Interview Purpose

Business meeting with both parties having an agenda.

Two-way conversation when both parties are evaluating each other.


Interview Purpose…..

Suitability for Job Personality

Trustworthy Confident

Information from CV

Character Opinion Responsible

Reliable Appearance


Interview Preparation

Believe in yourself & shine

Do your homework

Make a good first impression

Body Language

Sounding Positive

The Interview is a 2 way process


Types of Interview

One to One InterviewPanel Interview

Telephone InterviewGroup Interview Video Interview


Interview Stages

Welcome Stage

The Acquiring Information Stage

Supplying of Information Stage

Parting/Closure Stage


Types of Interview Format

Competency Based Interview(Probing for information to understand candidate)

Chronological Interview(Takes lead from CV/Application Form)

Case Study Interview(Present case study, what action to take,/work out solution)

Technical Interview(Questions about technical work; final year projects/research etc)


What types of questions are asked at interviews?

Introductory Questions

Tell me about yourself ? Why do you want this job?

Why you left your last job? What is your understanding…?

Qualifications Situation – Scenario

Previous Experience Why should we hire you?

Skills / Strengths Weaknesses

Hobbies / Interests Future plans

References Do you have any questions?


Interview Questions

CategoriesSelfEducation/TrainingWorkThe Job

All emphasis your Skills (Personal, Practical)Knowledge, Experience & Personal Traits


Group Exercise

• Think Like an Employer

• What Skills are Required?

• What interview Questions to Ask?


Useful Websites

www.irishjobs.ie www.recruitireland.iewww.monster.ie www.worky.iewww.bestjobs.ie www.loadzajobs.iewww.employireland.ie www.gumtree.iewww.jobs.ie www.munsterjobs.iewww.computerjobs.ie www.fas.ie

Networking websites;www.linkedin.comwww.facebook.comwww.myspace.com


Thank You

Enjoy Rest of Conference

[email protected]

Local Employment Service Jobs Club Limerick

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RESUME WRITING

What is a Resume

• The answer to “What can you do for me?”

• Highlights the relevant facts about you, your education, and your experience.

• Makes the first impression about you.

• Positions you in the mind of the employer, thus creating a value.

• The interview gets you the job, the resume gets you the interview!

What Will a Resume Do For Me?

• Helps organize your thoughts.

• Enable you to assess your strengths, skills, abilities and experience - thereby preparing you for the interview process

• Act as a reminder of you to the employer/interviewer after you're done interviewing

• Be a basis for the interviewer to justify your hiring

A Resume is NOT a CV

• A CV is used in academic and research-oriented job searches.

• A CV is of flexible length.• A CV is a record of your

academic accomplishments and credentials.

• A resume is used in business, government and other types of job searches.

• 1 page, 2 pages max. • Should be targeted to a

particular job in a particular field.

Research

• Know Yourself• Current Values, Interests, Skills, Personality Traits and Personal

Priorities.

• Goal Setting.

• Explore Career Opportunities• Matching goals, transferable skills, and personal needs to a career

path.

• A list of potential employers.

• Job descriptions from past positions.

Research

• What kind of skills and experience required?

• What can you say that demonstrates that you have made some effort to learn about the company?

• What can you tell them about the contribution you are qualified to make?

• Relevant, Clear and Concise.• No typing errors. • No misspellings. • No Abbreviations.• Do not tell a lie or mistruth. • Do not include any negative information.

Should I Have More Than One Version of My Resume?

• YES!• Create a targeted resume each time you apply for an

opportunity.• Develop a 'generic' resume to use in online databases.

Use Action Verbs!

Organized Communicated DirectedPlanned Created AssistedSupported Initiated SolvedReported Edited AnalyzedDescribed Developed ManagedLed Sold Designed

Critical Categories

Put in everything that would point out why you would be good at the job.

Summary

Is a concise section about what you have to offer to a prospective employer in terms of

Experience, Skills, Results, Interests or you job Objective.

Example: “Fourteen years of marketing experience, proven ability in building

brands.”

Example

Elementary school teacher and supervisor of student interns training colleagues in combining technology and teaching. Professional musician and drama coach capable of staging plays and skits with experience producing twenty school plays. History and English major covering and instructing 25-30 students annually in all subjects raising their reading and math achievements by one grade level.

Contact Information

• Name (largest font)• Address, City and State (spell out state)• Telephone Number• Cell Number • Email Address

Example

DEEPA SANKAR409-b, Cross Road

South Extn-INew Delhi-11

Mob: [email protected]

Rajesh Krishnan

580 Church Road Phone: 022-2354698Worli, Bombay-69 Mob: [email protected]

Deepa sankar409-b, cross Road,

South Extn-INew-Delhi-11

Mob: 09995595959

Rajesh Krishnan

580 Church Road Phone: 022-2354698Worli, Bombay-69 Mob: [email protected]

The Career Objective

• Keep it short.• Example:

• “To obtain a position as an Administrative Assistant in a hospital setting.”

Employment History

• Reverse chronological order.• Divide the Relevant Experience with Work History.• Five Components:

– Job Title– Name of Employer– Location – Dates of employment– Description

• Exclude• Unaccountable gaps.• Street address, supervisor names, telephone

number or reason for leaving.

Education

• List most recent education first.• Mention Date of Completion and

University/College name.• Percentage only if I class.• Academic honors.• Don’t include high school (unless this is your

highest level of education).

Relevant Coursework(Optional)

• This is for new graduates or current students. • This lets the employer know which courses you

have already completed.• Do not list every course, only relevant courses

to specific skills.

Example

Activities and Honors

• Only if relevant to job.– Mention scholarships, memberships etc.– Community work, volunteer work etc.

• Don’t include anything from before college.• Avoid controversial topics such as Politics,

Religion etc.

For Freshers, you may mention extra-curricular activities, which would highlight your suitability to the job.

Significant Personal Facts

• Technological Skills.

• Foreign Language.

Hobbies and Interests

• Don’t list unless– Organized, that is, if you belong to a club or

group– Relevant to the position

References

• Must come as a separate document using the same header on resume.

• Do not send to employer unless they request it.• Between 3-5 references,

– All individuals with direct knowledge of your job abilities.

– Or a professor of main subjects.• Ask the permission of references before giving

their names and numbers.

Do’s of Resume Writing

• 1 to 2 page.• Write in telegraphic style- without verbs, articles or connectives.• 10-12 font size.• Times New Roman, Arial, Bookman, Trebuchet, Lucida Sans,

Garamond, Verdana etc.• Be consistent with fonts/size/bold/italics etc.• Spread out information.• Indented or bulleted statements.• Bolding, different size fonts.• Your name should be largest font on page.• Write in third person.

Avoid

• Height, weight, place of birth, marital status, race, caste, religion and health.

• Fancy Fonts, Clip art or non-traditional paper.• Don’t go for bordered paper.• Don’t fold resume, don’t stuff into envelope, don’t crumple.• The word "Resume" at the top! • Avoid Details of Travels.• Any statement that begins with "I" or "My"• Reasons for leaving previous job(s).• Picture of yourself.• Salary Information.• References.• Religion, church affiliations, political affiliations.

The Final Test

Does your resume answer these questions:• Does it clearly and quickly communicate to

employer that you can do the job?• Do your strengths come across?• Does everything support the job you are targeting?• Should anything be removed?• Does it really sell your skills?

Make Your CV Stand Out

Veronica RahimCareer Services Consultant

Center for Career Opportunities (CCO)

Your CV

Office: Office: Stewart Center Room 194 Stewart Center Room 194Walk Ins: Walk Ins: 10:00am-4:00pm10:00am-4:00pmEmail: Email: [email protected]@purdue.eduPhone:Phone: 765-494-3981 765-494-3981

www.cco.purdue.edu www.cco.purdue.edu

http://bit.ly/CCOonFacebook

www.bit.ly/LinkedInCCO

www.twitter.com/PurdueCCO

Dictionary.com Latin. the course of one’s life or career

Academic

Teaching

International Appointment

Research

Graduate Application

Medical

Scientific

Grant Proposal

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• www.cco.purdue.edu– Job and Internship

Handbook– Review pages 22 – 25

• www.sc.edu/career – Tip Sheets and Videos– Curriculum Vitae Packet– Print pages 2 and 3– Thoroughly check off all

areas that apply– Compare to what you

already have written

• Name - 14-20 font size - Only list Permanent Resident/US Citizen when…

• Remaining document - 10-12 font size• Margins – Top (0.8 – 1”), Sides and Bottom (0.5 – 1”)• Bolding and all caps – Use with purpose to emphasize• Underlining under words – Use minimally or not at all, as it can be harsh

on the eyes• Underlining headings across page– nice separation

• Italics – Use minimally and with caution. Note: In some K-12 systems some technology is outdated

• AND DON’T• Do…

– This…

• Order matters – prioritize most important top to bottom

• Dates – list on right – least important compared to content

• Keep Off - gender, age, height, weight, marital status, dependents, race, ethnic background, or religion, except when appropriate when applying for some international positions.

List in reverse chronological within each category:

• Publications– Don’t bullet or number– use appropriate format – APA, etc– Know when to use et. al. and list in correct author order– List in preparation, submitted, etc. when appropriate

• Grants

• Presentations

• Awards

• Special Projects

• Experience

• Patents

• Skills – applied, not soft

• International Study/Appointments

• More comprehensive, not necessarily all inclusive– You still choose what stays and what goes– Category options – research,

teaching, related, additional

• Focus on the following:– Reverse Chronological Order– Relevance of Experience– Results-Oriented Bullets

• Embrace maximizing power

Veronica Rahim

Purdue University

Center for Career Opportunities (CCO)

Career Services Consultant

[email protected]

765-494-3983

Thank You!

LCVP CV Headings• Personal details

– Include Name, Address, Telephone, DOB

– Must be signed with a pen

• Skills and Qualities – 3 of each, in 2 sentences• Educational qualifications• Work experience (must be from 5th or 6th year)• Achievements/Interests/Hobbies

– (5 in total, at least 1 of each)

– Do not have to be sentences

• Referees (2)

Resume & Cover Letter Writing

Kathy Dorsett, Ed.S., NCC

Leigh Eskin, B.A.The Career Center

Florida State University

Purpose of the Resume

Marketing tool for your job search

Pre-screening tool for employers

Gain interviews with employers

Applying to graduate school

Difference between a resume and a C.V.?

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Formats

• Chronological

• Functional/Combination

Chronological Resume

Best Used When:

career direction is clear

job target matches work history

current employer or position adds prestige

Functional/Combination

Best Used When:Need to emphasize skills

Person has varied work history

Specific experience required for the job

Education or current position not relevant to job target

Consider your target audience

• Who’s going to be reading your resume?

– Develop a job target

– Consider the type of organization you want to work for

– Decide what type of information, and in what format, is most appropriate for your target audience

Formatting Your Resume(How to emphasize selected information)

• ITALICIZE

• BOLD

• UNDERLINE

LOCATION

What Do You Emphasize?

• CATEGORY HEADINGS

• PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT

• JOB TITLES

• SKILLS

Categories

Identification

Career Objective

Education/Training

Experience

Optional Categories

References

Identification

– NAME

Address

Street

City, State Zip

Phone Number

E-mail Address

Identification

HEATHER ADLER [email protected]

PRESENT ADDRESS PERMANENT ADDRESS220-A Bradford Court 571 SE 12th StreetTallahassee, FL 32303 Pompano Beach, FL 33060(850) 385-1370 (305) 943-0029

Career Objective / Profile / Summary of Qualifications

Focus on Your:

Skills Education Goals

Focus on Situation:

Career Areas Position Title Type of Organization Functional Area Population

Sample Career Objectives

• Skills– Seeking a position which uses my human

relations, organizational, and administrative skills.

• Education– Seeking a position where I can use my technical

training and Masters of Business Administration.

Career Objectives (cont.)

• Career Area/Type of Organization– A position in sales and marketing with a

consumer products organization.

• Position Title– To secure a management trainee position in a

retail setting with an emphasis on design.

Career Objectives (cont.)

• Functional Area/Population– To obtain a human services position working

with the elderly where I can use my counseling and administrative skills.

• Type of Organization– Seeking a position emphasizing money

management with a consumer services firm.

HEATHER [email protected]

Present Address Permanent Address

220-A Bradford Court 571 SE 12th Street

Tallahassee, FL 32303 Pompano Beach, FL 33060

(850) 385-1370 (305) 943-0029

CAREER OBJECTIVE

A position in a secondary school setting utilizing my educational background in psychology and my communication and organizational skills.

Education/Training Name of degree

Date of degree

Name & location of institution

Major/minor(s)

Overall GPA/GPA in major

Relevant coursework

Academic honors


Present Address Permanent Address

220-A Bradford Court 571 SE 12th Street

Tallahassee, FL 32303 Pompano Beach FL 33060

(850) 385-1370 (305) 943-0029

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

A position in a secondary school setting utilizing my educational background in psychology and my communication and organizational skills.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, August 2010

Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

Minor: Spanish

GPA: 3.3

Experience• Related Experience

• Additional Experience

Can include:– PAID/NON-PAID– INTERNSHIPS– VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE– MILITARY– PART-TIME/FULL-TIME

Experience

INCLUDE:• position title

• name of organization

• organization’s location

• dates employed

• duties/skills used/responsibilities

• accomplishments/results


Present Address Permanent Address220-A Bradford Court 571 SE 12th Street

Tallahassee, FL 32303 Pompano Beach FL 33060

(850) 385-1370 (305) 943-0029647-1289

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

A position in a secondary school setting utilizing my educational background in psychology

and my communication and organizational skills.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, August 2010

Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

Minor: Spanish

GPA: 3.3

EXPERIENCE Florida Center for Reading Research, Tallahassee, FL

Research Assistant, Early Childhood Research, January 2010-July 2010

• Conducted assessments to measure early childhood literacy, learning, and behaviors

• Input collected data into computers using SPSS and Microsoft Excel

• Organized 500+ files of assessment data for increased accessibility

Sample Action Verbs

• ADMINISTERED

• ADVISED

• BALANCED

• COMPILED

• CREATED

• DEMONSTRATED

• DESIGNED

• EXPEDITED

• ORGANIZED

• PLANNED

• PROPOSED

• SUPERVISED

• TRAINED

• UPDATED

Action Verb Examples

• Sales Representative– Initiated and completed all services for new

customers, as well as handled all billing problems and service change orders.

• Teaching Assistant– Instructed 110 students in basic speaking

techniques; designed and implemented new lesson on effective non-verbal communication skills.

Optional Categories

• Activities

• Awards

• Certifications

• Community Service

• Computer Skills

• Hobbies

• Honors

• Interests

• Languages

• Licenses

• Memberships

• Presentations

• Prof. Activities

• Publications

• Scholarships

• Special Projects

• Special Skills

• Travel

References

AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

List on Separate Sheet

References for Heather AdlerEddy Employer

Bureau Chief

Florida Department of State

Koger Building, Room 122

Tallahassee, FL

(850) 488-5412

Ms. Jane Doe, Vice President for Operations

Widgets Designs, Inc.

1150 Busch Blvd., Suite 140

Tampa, FL 33412

(813) 674-1389

Dr. Lyn Smith, Professor

FSU College of Human Sciences

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Tallahassee, FL 32306-1059

(850) 644-2121

[email protected]

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Cover Letter Format1ST Paragraph - OPENING

•Reason for writing

•Name of position, career area

•How you heard of opening

2nd Paragraph - BODY

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•Why interested in organization, work, location

•Refer reader to any enclosed materials

Cover Letter Format (continued)

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• Thank reader for considering your application

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