Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills Bowie High School 2017

What is a Resume? The term resume comes from the French and means a "summary." A resume is a written summary of your education, qualifications, skills and achievements. It shows a future employer what you have done in the past and is used to apply for jobs. It is one of the most important pieces of any job application.

Why Do I Need a Resume? In today’s job market, the resume has become the number one requirement potential employers request. Before an employer will take valuable time to interview you, he or she wants to meet you – on paper. How you impress that employer with your resume can, and will, make all the difference. Without a resume, you can’t even begin to compete. That is why it is imperative to have a great resume, one that effectively lets employers know what you can do for them.

What Information Do I Include? Name Email address Number Education Previous jobs (paid and unpaid) Extracurricular Activities (Clubs, organizations) Volunteer Opportunities Awards & Recognitions

Sample Resume Name (bold) Address Email address Phone Number   Education: Bowie High School, Bowie MD Sophomore, GPA 3.4 (2019 Graduation) Employment: Sports Fits, Bowie Maryland June 2016 to Present Swim Instructor and Life Guard Volunteer: Helped serve Thanksgiving meals at the D.C. Convention Center November 2015 and 2016 Participated in Green- Up Day at Allen Pond October 2014 and 2015 Daycare helper once a month at Zion Church September 2015 to Present Summer Programs: U.S. Naval Academy, Middle School STEM Summer Program 2015 InRoads Career Week and Volunteer with collecting food for Manna Food Center 2015 University of Maryland, Arts and Science program June 2015 NASA Space Camp Huntsville, AL August 2014. Received a full scholarship to attend. Extra-Curricular Activities: Swim Teams: Chesapeake (PEAK) swim team; 2014, 2015, 2016 Severn Crossing Summer Swim team; 2014 and 2015 Bowie High School Swim Team; 2015-2016, 2016 – 2017 Girls Lacrosse: Crofton Recreation League 2013 Chesapeake Lacrosse (CC Lax) Club Team 2014, 2015 and 2016 Bowie High School 2016 and 2017 Awards and Achievements: Honor Roll for 8th and 9th grade National Honor Society (NHS) May 2016 to Present Girl Scouts Silver Award, September 2014 (Emergency Preparedness for Youth Workshop) American Red Cross – Pool Lifeguard Certified (July 2015 – July 2017)

Interviewing What NOT to do when interviewing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a4ITwNjrms4&list=PLOmUEoH7qz4b6UXGcG6xGqJeIBkniMZ-1

Interviewing Preparation: Resume Application Review Job Description Visit location of where the interview will occur What to wear Practice interviewing

What to Wear Professional / Business Interview Attire. The first impression you make on a potential employer is the most important one. The first judgement an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing. That's why it's always important to dress appropriately for a job interview.

Wardrobe Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6xufGeyaMU Clothing should be neat and tidy Shoes should be polished and clean (closed toe) Avoid extreme hairstyles and colors Keep make-up and perfume to a minimum No jeans, sneakers, sandals, tank tops, crop tops, or anything low cut (shirt or pants), or too short (skirt or blouse)

Practice Interviewing Review examples of interview questions and answers that you can find on the web. Practice your responses before you go to the interview. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2IDGXX5-YY You need to have questions to ask the employer Send a Thank You email after the interview

Social Media Profile What is your digital footprint? What is your image or brand on social media? Many recruiters do check your social media accounts Ask yourself, how am I representing myself to the world? Would I be embarrassed if my mom, dad or grandparents viewed the things I’m posting online? REMEMBER nothing is deleted on the internet after it’s been posted. Images and text are SAVED FOREVER

Manners / Etiquette Please Thank you or No Thank you Yes or No Be polite No curse words Speak in complete sentences Carry a portfolio with copies of your resume

Tips For Finding a Job Check with your school guidance counselor Tell your family, neighbors and friends that you are seeking employment or volunteer opportunities Visit online websites such as: Indeed.com or snagajob.com Start your own business (Entrepreneurship) Get a business card

2017 Summer Opportunities Youth@Work Program (Jobs with P.G. County Government) -- Guidance Office has flyer Seek internships and volunteer positions PTSO will have summer opportunities on website Email: bowiehighptso@gmail.com Twitter: @bowiehsptso Facebook: Bowie High School PTSO www.bowieptso.com Remind App: Text @bowieptso

Items you will need when you are hired Work Permit Social Security Card Passport or government issue ID Many employers require a drug test Background Check Department of Defense --- Security Clearance for some positions

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