Upload File

a workshop presented by career services. what a resume does for you tells your professional story...

  • Home
  • Documents
  • A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job
28
It’s All About the Resume A workshop presented by Career Services

Upload: clare-simon

Post on 17-Dec-2015

216 views

Category:

Documents


1 download

Report

Tags:

TRANSCRIPT

Page 1: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

It’s All About the ResumeA workshop presented by Career Services

Page 2: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

What a resume does for youTells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you

as a job candidateMatches your skills to those desired by an

employerMarkets you to employers, potentially landing

you an interviewPrepares you for an interviewGive you confidence in your experiences

Page 3: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

What you typically find in a resume~a general overview~

Name and professional contact informationThe type of position desiredA summary of relevant qualifications including:

EducationWork experiencesInternshipsSkillsAny other relevant information which could

include honors, organizations, volunteer work etc.

Page 4: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

How to write your resumeStep 1: Collect your historyStep 2: Identify relevant experiencesStep 3: Write resume sectionsStep 4: Format resumeStep 5: Review and refine resume

Page 5: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 1: Collecting your HistoryWork ExperiencesInternshipsCourseworkProjectsVolunteer WorkExtracurricular ActivitiesAwards

Page 6: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 2: Identify Relevant experiences

Page 7: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Typical skills desired for Computer Science Fields

Experience with certain programs: examples

C++, C#, Javascript, SQL, HTML, XML,

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Organization, teamwork, and customer

service skills

The ability to problem-solve and think about

complex problems

Page 8: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: Writing Resume SectionsSections of a resume typically include:

HeadingObjectiveEducationSkillsWork experienceAwards/honorsActivitiesReferences

Page 9: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: HeadingNamePhone numberAddressEmail

Page 10: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job
Page 11: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: ObjectiveTo obtain a position in software design, development, and testing

To serve the University of New England as the Web Technology Manager

To obtain a network consulting internship position with a major telecommunications company, using my programming skills, Internet experience, and creative talent.

Page 12: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: EducationEducation should include:

School nameSchool locationDate of graduationdegreeGPA

Page 13: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Education University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI Bachelor of Science May 2012 Computer Science GPA 3.8

Page 14: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

SkillsSKILLS / STRENGTHS Programming languages: Perl, Java, C++, HTML, PHP, MySQL, Scheme, MatLabSoftware: Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop and Dreamweaver, 3ds MaxOperating Systems: Windows (95, 98, 2000, XP, Vista), Mac OS, LinuxProfessional: Self-motivated, creative thinker; detail-oriented; excellent time managementSkills

TECHNICAL SKILLS• Programming experience with C, C#.NET, Python and Java, as well as some database experience using MySQL and Postgres.• Design and Animation: AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max• JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Created a variety of websites, commercial and personal• Assembly Language: Programmed an ARM board; coded a lunar landing game• Currently learning VB.net and C#• Operating Systems: Linux, Unix, OS 10, Windows XP• Troubleshooting and configuration experience in both Windows and MacOS based systems• Strong understanding of various data structures and algorithms• Application experience in a variety of office suites, multimedia and graphics programs, network utilities, and compilers• Able to explain high-level technical concepts and ideas in plain language to end users/clients

Page 15: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: Work ExperienceJob titleEmployer nameEmployer locationDates of EmploymentAccomplishment statementsPosition description

Page 16: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Accomplishment StatementsStart with an action verb

Talk about what you did rather than your

responsibilities

Talk about the scope or your activities

Show results and specific skills

Page 17: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Action Verbs

http://www.uweccareerservices.org/resume_guide/Information skills: Document, Gather, Inform,

Kept records

Technical skills: Assemble, Built, Calculate, Compute, Design, Devise, Engineer

Problem-solving skills: Problem solve, Propose, Research, troubleshoot

http://www.uweccareerservices.org/resume_guide/
http://www.uweccareerservices.org/resume_guide/
http://www.uweccareerservices.org/resume_guide/
Page 18: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job
Page 19: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: Awards/HonorsScholarshipsDepartmental honorsDean’s list Academic awardsResearch awards

Page 20: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

HONORSDean’s List – every semesterPsi Chi – Psychology Honor SocietyPresidential Honor Society

Page 21: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: ActivitiesOrganizationsClubsTeamsProjectsOutreach

Page 22: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Campus Involvement American Marketing Association Eau Claire, WI Vice President of Finance Dec. 2009 –May 2011 Assumed position during a period of adversity and immediately

implemented changes to the accounting procedures, resulting in 100% satisfaction of financing

Managed, forecasted, and budgeted for over $12,000 through fundraising, dues, directors, and events, while overseeing four directors and their responsibilities with corporate sponsorship & fundraising

Assisted in overseeing 150 + members and their involvement in the organization, by leading bi--‐weekly meetings throughout each semester

Coordinated an AMA Saves Lives event, a program that promotes the benefits of organ donation, to which UWEC--‐AMA received over $1,000 to give back to the chapter

Participated in the AMA International Collegiate Conference, where UW--‐ Eau Claire placed in the top ten out of 304 schools, based on an annual report which included an extensive budget

Page 23: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 3: ReferencesREFERENCES

Carol Hart School Psychology Professor/Advisor UW-Stout School Counseling Program

Menomonie, WI (715) 321-4567

[email protected]

David Johnson School Psychologist

North Crawford School District Soldiers Grove, WI

(608) 876-5432 [email protected]

Samantha Popperton Associate Director

UW-Eau Claire Career Services Eau Claire, WI (715) 987-6543

[email protected]

Page 24: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Section 4: Format Resume

Page 25: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job
Page 26: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Step 5: Review and Refine Resume

Page 27: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Questions?

http://www.uwec.edu/career/

~For more information about Career Services visit us in Schofield 230~

715-836-5358

http://www.uwec.edu/career/
http://www.uwec.edu/career/
Page 28: A workshop presented by Career Services. What a resume does for you Tells your professional story Gives employer’s their first exposure to you as a job

Additional Resume Resourceshttp://www.uwec.edu/career/Students/jobsearch/

resume.htmhttp://www.uwec.edu/career/resume.htmhttp://www.uwec.edu/career/Online_Library/Resumes.htmCareer Discovery Center


Corporate dressing- Tells you everything about corporate dressing

PTSD Employer’s Resource Guide - First Responders First · PTSD Employer’s Resource Guide This Employer’s Resource Guide is a companion guide to the firstrespondersfirst.ca

The Employer’s Tax Responsibilities

MAJOR EMPLOYER’S LIST...Major Employer’s List, 2020 0 Phone: 201-369-4370

Employer’s Playbook for Building an Apprenticeship Program...vi Employer’s Playbook for Building An Apprenticeship Program1 Based on the needs of your business, you should consider

DOMESTIC TAXES DEPARTMENT EMPLOYER’S GUIDE TO PAY AS … · kenya revenue authority 2017 employer’s guide to paye contents part 1: general 8 1. “pay as you earn” applies to

Employer’s Wage Attachment Remittance

Payroll Giving: Employer’s Pack

Do whatever he tells you. ”

The Employer’s Dilemma - DC dVET · Running Head: EMPLOYER’S DILEMMA 1 . The Employer’s Dilemma . Employer engagement and progress in vocational education and training reforms

GO WHERE THE DATA TELLS YOU

Personal Assistant Employer’s Handbook

Your interview starts before you walk into an employer’s door

2016 CALIFORNIA EMPLOYER’S GUIDE · EMPLOYER’S GUIDE DE 44 Rev. 42 (1-16) (INTERNET) CU Please note: Pages 79, 88,100,102, and 107, in ... We appreciate you doing business in

Employer’s Internship Briefcase

What your body tells you

4 Things Nobody Tells You About Online News

The story so far… Position tells you where you are Velocity tells you change in position with time Acceleration is the change in velocity with time –These

where to get help basic function writing tricks = tells excel you want to write a function The function then tells you what you need to enter Then you

Department of For Hire Vehicles Transport DC Customer Guide taxi/service... · Employer’s name Employer’s location: street address, city, state, and zip code. Employer’s phone

What Your Web Developer Never Tells You

AN EMPLOYER’S INTERNSHIP TOOLBOX

You cant stop tribunal, S-Court tells Wike

God Tells You

The Employer’s Guide to - Pinnacle Enterprises Canada ... · The Employer’s Guide to Hiring a Safety Professional Use this guide to assist you in hiring a competent professional

What Everyone Tells You

Section- 6: Employer’s Requirements

EMPLOYER’S TOOLKIT 6Simple Steps

Ethical Business Practices for the employee ๏ You question an employer’s request ๏ Whistleblowing

THE EMPLOYER’S GUIDE TO “PAY AS YOU EARN” · TANZANIA REVENUE AUTHORITY ISO 9001:2008 Certified THE EMPLOYER’S GUIDE TO “PAY AS YOU EARN” September, 2015 Issued by, Taxpayers

When someone tells you that you can't do latest

Employer’s Guide to PAYE - Fitzgeralds Accountancy Firm ... · 2 Employer’s Guide to PAYE Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 The Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system 1.2 Brief outline to this

This official government booklet tells you

This guideline tells you - medcoman.com Manula EN31.pdf · This guideline tells you what you need to know about using a prepaid meter to pay for your electricity

Allah Tells You