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Presented by Andrés Rodríguez, Ph.D. Graduate Writing Specialist
A PRACTICAL APPROACH Presented by Andrés Rodríguez, Ph.D. Graduate Writing Specialist November 8, 2016
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3 MOST COMMON FORMS Chronological Functional/Skills Combined
Easy to read Functional/Skills Non-sequential Skills appear stronger Good for recent graduates Combined
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[Your Name] [Street Address], [City, ST Zip Code] [Phone] [E-Mail]
[Website] Professional Profile [Briefly describe your professional background and education relevant to this position.] [Relevant skill] Professional Accomplishments [Field or Area of Accomplishment] [Achievement] Work History [Job Title] [Dates of employment], [Company Name], [City, ST] Education [Degree] [School Name] [City, ST] [Date of graduation] References [References are available upon request.]
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STEP 1 List all skills to generate content: Assessment Interviewing
Charting/Compiling Troubleshooting Etc.
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STEP 1 cont. Assist Educate Perform Position Record Verify
List action words and check off those that apply: Assist Educate Perform Position Record Verify
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STEP 2 Now create sections and think about arrangement. A 2-level system organizes material well. Level 1 = headings Level 2 = details L1 Work Experience L2 Job Title List details in bullets
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STEP 3 Organize sections in a distinct order:
“Objective Statement” or “Career Summary” “Education” “Work Experience” or “Employment” “Honors and Activities” The type of resume often determines the order.
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STEP 3 cont. Consider many other headings: Community Service
Internships Language Proficiency Memberships in Organizations Presentations Publications Specialization Technical Training Volunteer Work
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MUST DO’s Make each word count
Use “gapping” style: no pronouns & articles Research: align experience to position Focus on accomplishments Format counts, but don’t get fancy Two pages max. Proofread carefully
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The Basics of CVs
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Differences Resumes intended for nonacademic employer or group
Usually read by hiring manager Represent experience & skills specific to position Length 1-2 pages Usually no references CVs intended for academic audience Usually read by dept. chair or committee Demonstrate scholar potential (teaching, research, publishing) Length “as needed” Include references
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Definition: Latin, curriculum vitae “course of life”
An elaborate statement on education, research, publications, teaching, other achievements.
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Purpose Show career progress Articulate topics for interview
Living document Updated frequently Articulate topics for interview Screen applicants and narrow list of candidates
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Step 1: Collect Data Contact info Relevant experience Qualifications/Skills Relevant classes/project Honors & awards Research, publications, presentations Service, academic/com. Complete & up-to-date Title/org/dates/achievs Lab/tech/method/lang Skillset/knowledge Scholarships/grants List in citation format, numbered or not Org/office held/dates
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Add a LinkedIn acct. You can add GPA and dean’s list Not necessary to list years, only grad date Consider “Research Interests”
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Combine activities with service or volun-teering if you have only 1 ac-complish-
ment in each area More important than hobbies is references, at least 2, esp. people who know you and will sing your praises
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Uses: Grad School Academic Jobs Teaching Research Grants & Fellowships
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Finally… Ask advisor/faculty for feedback
Ask recent grads/department for samples Consult websites/reference books for templates
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