1. Preparing for Employment
Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers
Veterinary Science Program

2. Process
Finding the job
Interviews
Resumes
Cover letters

3. Interview Overcoming nervousness Prepare Practice
Know the job and the hospital
Web site
Bring a copy of your resume
Practice
Every interview is an opportunity to practice your skills

4. Interview The Basics Grooming Eat well Get enough sleep Overdressed
Look good / feel good
Eat well
Avoid lunch / dinner interviews if you can
Get enough sleep

5. Interview Don’t fear the interviewer
Practice manager or head technician
Conversational
Are not looking for the perfect individual
Flexible and resilient
Handle stress

6. Resume
Precise
Well-organized
Well-written

7. Resume Templates Word templates www.resumetemplates.org

8. Resume Education Experience / Work History Achievement / awards Skills
References
Available upon request

9. Resume Objective Single page Omit it or customize it to the job Brief
Employer doesn’t have time to read a lot
You need to use key words
Spark interest

10. Dos & Don’ts of Resume Writing
DO make your resume as clear and concise as possible
Make every word count
DO try to look at other examples of resumes
Resumes in profession of interests
DO take time to make a high quality, uncluttered resume
Resume should appear professional

11. Dos & Don’ts of Resume Writing
DO check for errors and spelling mistakes
Have someone read the resume
The can catch errors U may not see
Proofread each revision
DON’T give excessive details about professional experience
Every task does not need to be listed
DON’T list irrelevant information about yourself

12. Dos & Don’ts of Resume Writing
DON’T include the reason for leaving your last position
Might have to address this in an interview
DON’T include minor accomplishments
May appear that you are padding the resume
DON’T list all previous employment
Recent – five to seven years
Directly applicable to the position you are applying for

13. Dos & Don’ts of Resume Writing
DON’T print the resume on colored or busy paper

14. Cover Letters Should compliment your resume Why are you applying
Should answer the employer’s question:
“What can you bring to the job that others can’t?”
Address it to the interviewer if possible
Practice owner if you are unsure

15. Cover Letters Standard business-letter format
One typeface
Font size 10-12
Minimize the use of abbreviations and contractions
Try to be concise
Always check for grammatical errors

16. Cover Letters Use terms and phrases that are meaningful
Show your experience
Professional terminology
Sign the letter

17. Cover Letters Paragraphs Identify the position you are applying for
How did you learn about the position
Why you are the best candidate for the job
Explain how YOUR skills relate to the position’s requirements
Thank the reader for reviewing your resume
Offer to provide further information (interview)
Include address and telephone numbers
Best time to reach you

18. Assignment Due date: 12/19/2016 Build a resume on Utahfutures.org
Print it out and hand in on December 19th