employment skills resume, job application, interview, & work skills

EMPLOYMENT SKILLS

Resume, Job

Application,Interview,

& Work Skills

YOUR RESUME IS YOUR MARKETING TOOL

Resumes may be prepared in various forms.

Remember to show your STRENGTHS. Resume should be:

TYPED or Computer generated. Printed on 8 1/2” X 11” paper (1 page). Include COMPLETE and CORRECT

INFORMATION. Be NEAT and Look PROFESSIONAL.

Before Resume  

PERSONAL INFORMATION

NAME Full Name (first middle and last)

ADDRESS A permanent address where you can be reached

TELEPHONE NUMBER Include Area Code

E-MAIL (if available)

FAX NUMBER (if available)

CAREER OBJECTIVES

Briefly state your GOALS and the type of job you would like to be considered for.

This may need to be changed for different types of jobs.

EDUCATION Present EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES in reverse

chronological order. (from current to past) List the last school attended first and then go

backwards. Include NAME and location of SCHOOLS. List CURRICULUM studied (College or University). Include DATES of attendance (2000-2003). List DIPLOMA or DEGREE earned. List the Relevant COURSES. Include the Grade Point Average (only if it is about

3.5).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Include all PAID work. Include VOLUNTEER work that may

relate to your objective or shows responsibility.

Use reverse chronological order Include DATES of employment, the

NAMES and LOCATIONS of the companies or organizations and job titles.

Awards, Honors, & Achievements

List any type of HONORS or ACHIEVEMENTS in School - Community – Church: School Newspapers, Yearbook, National

Honor Society, Honor Roll, Eagle Scout, City/County Youth Council, Volunteer Hospital work, etc.

WORK SKILLS

Computer programs MicroSoft Office, PowerPoint

Presentations, Photo Shop, etc. Equipment

Cash Register, Copying Machines, etc. Personal work ethics

Dependability, Punctuality, Honesty, Creativity, Organization etc.

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES INTERESTS & HOBBIES

Activities outside of school classes: Sports, music, clubs, service projects,

scouting, community service, etc. Personal activities:

Running, Gardening, Reading, Computers, Carpentry, Skiing/Snow Boarding, Boating, Water Skiing/Wake Boarding, Photography, Sewing, Carpentry, Crafts, Scrapbooking, etc.

REFERENCES “References available upon request.”

References are usually included on the JOB APPLICATION.

Ask people who know your strengths to be references: Former Employer, Teacher, Religious Leader,

Close Friend/Neighbor (adult) Contact those people you will list and ask if you

can use their names as references. Include NAME, POSITION (Business Title),

PHONE NUMBER, E-Mail Address

Create or Update Your own Resume`

• Resume should be:• TYPED or Computer generated.• Printed on 8 1/2” X 11” paper (1 page).• Include COMPLETE and CORRECT

INFORMATION.• Be NEAT and Look PROFESSIONAL.

Resume Checklist

Is my job objective specific, providing a focus for the resume

Are my specific work experiences highlighted? Have I included my

related work experiences?

Are the titles and names of my previous employers included?

Are my responsibilities included?

Are there gaps in my work history?

Are professional memberships mentioned to add to my credibility?

Have I listed extracurricular activities to diplay leadership traits and innovations?

Is my resume free of errors? Typographical, spelling,

grammar, punctuation? Avoid the use of “I”, “me”,

“my” Is my resume visually inviting?

Printed on cream, white, buff, or pale gray paper?

Printed on 8.5 x 11 size paper

Printed on one side of the page.

Go Out and Get That Job! How? Where?

Check with businesses, friends and relatives, newspaper, for job

openings.

Applications can often be obtained, completed and then returned to

businesses.

ALWAYS be professional and likeable.

Cover Letter

Letter of introduction attached to the resume How the employer first “meets” you. Sell

yourself Remember the basics

typed, grammar, punctuation, spelling – proofread!

Not a summary of your resume` Keep it short

Date Person to Contact Contact Person’s Title Name of place applying for Address of job First paragraph

Reason for the letter and how you heard about the opening Second Pragraph

Why you are interested in the position and how your background qualifies you for the position. Avoid repeating information found in your resume

Third paragraph Indicates a desire for an interview and the arrangements for it

Closing A statement that will encourage a response, “I am looking

forward to hearing from you.” Sincerely, Sign and type your name Enc. (typed to indicate that additional items enclosed

Your NameYour Street

Your City, State, Zip CodeThe Person to whom you are writing

His/Her Title

Street

City, State Zip Code

Dear ____________:

OPENING PARAGRAPH: State why you are writing. Name the position or type of work for which you are applying. If possible, identify how you heard of the job opening, if you know that there is one.

MIDDLE PARAGRAPH: Explain why you are interested in working for this employer. Use personal references such as your educational background, former jobs you have had, and your knowledge of the business for which you want to work. A resume should always be sent with a letter of application. Ask for application forms and information about the organization if you do not already have these materials.

CLOSING PARAGRAPH: Suggest a time period when you are available for an interview. For example, you might indicate that you will contact them to make a specific appointment, or that they can request further information from you. Let them know you are interested in an immediate reply to your letter.

Sincerely,

Your Signature

Your Name

Enclosure

Create Your Own Cover Letter

Letter of introduction attached to the resume How the employer first “meets” you. Sell

yourself Remember the basics

typed, grammar, punctuation, spelling – proofread!

Not a summary of your resume` Keep it short

JOB APPLICATION

Fill out the application form HONESTLY and COMPLETELY.

Use a pen and write neatly.

Attach your cover letter to it.

INFORMATION may be collected from:

Birth Certificate Social Security Card Driver’s License Resume Portfolio

EMPLOYER MAY REQUIRE:

Special Permits Food Handlers CPR Certificate 1st Aid Training

TB Test Blood Test FingerPrint

Prepare For the Interview

Practice: smile, handshake, speaking, sitting... What kind of questions might the

interview ask? What kind of questions can you ask

the potential employer?

Interview QUESTIONS to Expect and Prepare for:

Tell me about yourself? Why should I hire you over others? Tell me about a time you had a

problem and how you solved it? What are your strength …

weakness? How would you handle a difficult

situation or person?http://www.groovejob.com/resources/interview/questions

What grooming actions can you take: clothes, shoes, hair, …

How you LOOK makes a statement before you even open

your mouth!First Impression = Appearance

Clothing should be: Appropriate for the job being sought and one step higher Clean and pressed

Avoid: Excessive make up, perfume, jewelry, or extreme styles

Personal Grooming Hair, facial hair, Nails, Shoes Breath, Body Odor

Top 10 QUALITIES EMPLOYERS ARE LOOKING FOR:

1- Communication Skills (written & verbal)2- Honesty and Integrity3- Teamwork Skills - getting along with

others4- Interpersonal Skills5- Strong work ethic 6- Motivation / Initiative7- Flexibility 8- Analytical Skills (Problem Solving)9- Computer Skills10-Organizational Skills

http://www.groovejob.com/resources/interview/qualities

The INTERVIEW! Be PROMPT

Arrive about 10 minutes early. Find the location of the interview BEFORE the

day of the interview.

INTRODUCE yourself in a courteous manner

Be PLEASANT In both VERBAL and NONVERBAL language Be attentive, alert and interested - LISTEN too.

DO NOT chew Gum Sit still, legs uncrosses, hands in lap

Follow UP

Write a letter of appreciation to the interviewer. Thank them for their time

You got the Job - NOW KEEP IT!

Find a Job you will ENJOY! Be ON TIME - Don’t abuse SICK LEAVE Be a HARD WORKER-Get the Work DONE Follow RULES Keep a LEARNING ATTITUDE Do Not GOSSIP HELP in any way possible Work WITH not AGAINST other employees

Have You had a Mock Interview Yet?PRACTICE!