Writing Effective Resumes and Application Letters Writing in CSD

How not to get the job/ How not to get accepted Little or no knowledge of the company/organization/program Unprepared to discuss skills and experience Unprepared to discuss career plans and goals Limited enthusiasm Limited eye contact

Application Letters and Resumes Usually the initial contact with the potential employer; sometimes required by schools Your opportunity to link your skills and experience with what the company is looking for or what the program offers Must be crafted carefully and contain no grammatical/spelling errors

Application Letters Introduction Body paragraphs Conclusion Purpose of letter Overall qualification for job/program Body paragraphs Key qualifications – be selective and detailed Conclusion Thanks the reader for consideration Indicates interest in position/program Provides contact info

Resumes Vital stats: Name, address, phone, email Education Experience References (optional)

Resumes Should be visually appealing Should be easy to read Should be updated often Should be tailored to the situation each time you send it out