Jennifer Grassano Career Services Coordinator Fine Arts

Resume Workshop and tips Overview of Cover Letters What does Career Services offer NWOSU students? Networking and Professionalism TOPICS

RESUME WORKSHOP

A resume is a summary of your background, skills and qualifications, which is for employers to review But more importantly, a resume is YOU. It's the only thing (besides a cover letter) that the employer will see about you, so make a good first impression! market yourself gain the employer's attention get that interview! WHAT IS A RESUME?

Promote your strengths; create strong positive images Target your employer's needs/tailor to career position Focus on what you can offer Be authentic and provide specific, relevant examples Employ action verbs; omit pronouns Administered, Developed, Organized, Evaluated, etc. RESUME BASICS

BRIEF is best! Use bullets to highlight achievements Include only relevant and HONEST information Proof for typos, spelling, consistency and grammar BASICS CONTINUED

RESUME TIPS

Colored paper/ink Fun Fonts/Designs Tight Quarters Autobiographies Not including a Cover Letter Achievements that are not achievements RESUME NO-NO’S

It's important to keep your resume up-to-date as you continue gaining skills. Jobs Achievements and Projects Volunteer Work New degrees, certifications, workshops, seminars, awards, publications etc. STAY CURRENT

What is it? A document sent with your resume to provide additional information on your skills and experience. A cover letter is a first impression...make it a good one! Provides more detailed info about why you are qualified for the job Do your homework! Research the company Talk about your most relevant skills/experience Request an interview/meeting COVER LETTERS

Cover Letter vs. CV (curriculum vitae) *

5 Steps to an Amazing Cover Letter

OTHER SERVICES

Okay, so you look good on paper, but what about the actual interview? Career Services offers Mock Interviews Answer interview questions Dress professionally Sell yourself! *Schedule a mock interview by calling or ing Career Services MOCK INTERVIEWS K4_wS_t-pU-qq23QSnAj4tOJixGcVD

FREE services for NWOSU STUDENTS Select the right college major and plan your career based on your personal interests, values, skills, personality, and aspirations.

CAREER FAIRS UPCOMING EVENTS: Spring TEACHER Fair- March 26 th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Spring CAREER & INTERNSHIP Fair- March 31 st, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

NETWORKING & PROFESSIONALISM

Why Network? Learn about a field/company/organization. A majority of job vacancies are never advertised! Consider people you already know: NETWORKING Neighbors Friend’s parents Co-workers Professors Supervisors Friends Relatives Classmates Speakers Academic advisor Tell them: You are graduating/soon graduating/class year You are looking for opportunities to gain experience in ____, and would also be open to_____

When used appropriately, these can be a wonderful networking tool Warning: Be sure your posts are appropriate! SOCIAL MEDIA A business-oriented social networking site that is used for professional networking Discover who you know at particular organizations Follow industry experts and employees of selected companies Stay current on news and events in desired field Join groups having to do with networking or professional fields Prove your interest through your posts!

What it means: Maturity, class, responsibility, know-how, confidence How to practice professionalism: Be task orientedNo gossiping Respect othersAppropriate language Efficient use of timeArrive early, leave late PROFESSIONALISM

Well- groomed Neat Organized Proper attire Simple Avoid heavy perfumes/ colognes APPEARANCE

Jennifer Grassano Career Services Coordinator Fine Arts