When is the University-Wide Career Fair? Aug 30: Architecture/Design/Engineering/Technology/Science Aug 31: Technology/Big Data Employers Sept 7: Consulting/Financial Services Employers Sept 8: Business/Consumer Products/Nonprofit/Other 10:00 am—3:00 pm, Statler Hotel

Resumes and the Career Fairs: All You Need to Know Christine Holmes Director of Post-Doctoral Studies, Caldwell Hall ch18@cornell.edu Anne Poduska, PhD Graduate & International Student Career Advisor Cornell Career Services, Barnes Hall ap284@cornell.edu

You can get a lot out of career fairs, but you need to do the following: Identify your goals for attending Conduct research in advance Develop a strategy

Who Is Coming to the University-Wide Career Fair? Handshake

Why Do Employers Come to Career Fairs? Increase “Brand Recognition” Table at Career Fair Information Sessions

Why Do Employers Come to Career Fairs? Advertise Positions On Handshake Conduct on-campus interviews during or after the fair Conduct interviews at a later date, on- or off-campus On their own website Conduct interviews off-campus

Developing a Strategy: Priorities and Logistics Decide what your top priorities are for the fair Do you want to meet a recruiter in person? Do you need more information about how to transition into a new field? Do you need new pens?

Developing a Strategy: Priorities and Logistics Develop a ranked list of employers you’d like to meet. Make a list of your top choices of employers and the questions you’d like to ask List second, third, and fourth tiers of employers in case the lines are too long

Developing a Strategy: Being Creative and Resourceful Go to an information session for larger employers Consider pairing up with friends and sharing information Think broadly about what companies do

Developing a Strategy: Being Creative and Resourceful Use your time in line wisely Listen to questions that people ask who are ahead of you in line—and ask something new! Network with individuals standing in line with you Visit other employer booths if they are empty

Developing a Strategy: Research Employers and Fields Use Cornell Career Services databases and resources Hoover’s CCS Link Library LinkedIn

Developing a Strategy: International Students and Scholars Target companies: That have international branches: Uniworld That may sponsor H-1B visas: Myvisajobs.com That have recruited international students in the past Understand what work authorization you have after you graduate (ISSO website and walk-in hours)

Do You Need a Resume? Business Cards? Have copies of your resume available in case the employer is accepting them Note: Some employers are unable to accept resumes because of regulations from the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs In those cases, business cards can be accepted: http://forms.store.cornell.edu/printshop/bc_student.aspx Save the $7 delivery charge by having them delivered to 103 Barnes Hall and you can pick them up

Purpose of CV and Resume Describe previous experiences Used by employers to decide whether to interview you Used during interviews to formulate questions CV History, education, accomplishments Resume Skills and abilities

Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences Resumes have different structure than CVs

Curriculum Vitae Resume Content Education Research/Teaching Interests Thesis/Dissertation Grants and Other Awards Research Experience Teaching Experience Practical Experience Employment Consulting Internships Publications Conference Presentations References Not typically tailored by position Summary/Objective Statement (?) Select Grants and Awards Experience Select Publications Select Presentations Skills: Technical computer leadership communication Languages Very tailored by position

Example Education Section

Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences Resumes have different structure than CVs There’s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume

How Is a Resume Structured? Chronological Combination

Resume Type: Chronological Format: Most widely used style Information presented in reverse chronological order Uses: Highlights progressive work experience Best for those who have significant experience in the field where they are seeking a job Problems: Less effective if changing careers or have little work experience Older but relevant experience may be overlooked

Resume Type: Chronological See VersatilePhD

Resume Type: Combination Format: Experiences are given in reverse chronology but are arranged by type of experience (e.g. communication experience, leadership experience) Uses: Accentuates your skills Draws direct parallels with skills in job ads Helpful if you are applying for a wide range of jobs Problems: Can be difficult to fit one experience into just one category

Resume Type: Combination See VersatilePhD

Course Projects

Research Projects

Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences Resumes have different structure than CV There’s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume You have to understand what an employer wants when you make your resume

What Skills Do Employers Want? Employers typically desire the following core competencies*: Content knowledge Professionalism and work ethic Oral and written communication Teamwork (including leadership) and collaboration Critical thinking and problem solving Ethics and social responsibility *Casner-Lotto, J., & Barrington, L. (2006). Are they really ready to work? Employers’ Perspectives on the Basic Knowledge and Applied Skills of New Entrants to the 21stCentury U.S. Workforce. Retrieved from the Partnership for 21st Century Skills website: http://www.p21.org/storage/documents/FINAL_REPORT_PDF09-29-06.pdf

Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences Resumes have different structure than CV There’s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume You have to understand what an employer wants when you make your resume You need to break down your CV’s job titles and accomplishments into action verbs

Service and Volunteer Activities CV to Resume Service and Volunteer Activities PhD Admissions Committee Member 2008 PhD Admissions Committee Member 2008 Comparative Literature Dept., Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Analyzed 15 PhD student application essays and academic records according to admissions criteria and identified top 7 applicants Persuaded five-member faculty committee in 15-minute oral presentation to accept 7 applicants

Final Resume Tips Opinions vary; everyone who looks at your resume is looking for something specific Put most important information on the first page Use clear, easy-to-understand language Past tense vs. present tense Use at least 11 point font size

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