Writing a resume & cover letter

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Writing a resume & cover letter Sarah Hill, Faculty, NSCC School of Access-IT Campus

Resume Used to apply for: Quick summary of your: Customized Typically Employment Volunteer positions Quick summary of your: Experience Skills Education and training Customized For each job application If applying through online employment service, use keywords in job ad for computer matching Typically 1 – 2 pages Very brief Professionally formatted State facts (be truthful)

Formats 1000s of types Most common – chronological and functional Read Handout on resumes

Cover Letter Employers read cover letter first (before resume) attached by staple to resume (if printed) put ahead of resume if emailed Sells your skills, experience and education Highlights the important parts of the resume If applying through online service Use keywords in job ad for computer matching Read handout on cover letters

Assignment Resume and cover letter (on ERIC) Steps: Find job listing (attach to assignment) Write resume/customize to job listing Remember to use skills demonstration statements Write cover letter highlighting most relevant skills, experience & education Remember to break into three paragraphs Sign cover letter Attach with staple (in this order): Cover letter Resume Job Ad Assignment (with levels of accomplishment)

Thank you Questions?