2. © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. College Writing Skills, 6E and College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E John Langan Writing a Résumé and Job Application Letter Chapter Twenty Writing a Résumé and Job Application Letter

3. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Writing a Résumé and Job Application Letter When applying for a job through the mail or via the Internet, you should ordinarily send résumé 1) a résumé and letter of application. 2) a letter of application.

4. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. The Résumé résumé A résumé is a summary of your personal background and your qualifications for a job. It helps your potential employer see at a glance whether you are suited to a job.

5. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Points to Note about the Résumé NEAT Make it NEAT ! First impressions count. Type itgood-quality 8.5 x 11” paper. Type it on good-quality 8.5 x 11” paper. Proofreadvery Proofread very carefully. brief Be brief. Try to keep it to one page. format Use an acceptable format. Follow a reliable model (such as the one provided in your text). recent experience Start with your most recent experience and work backward. #1:

6. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Points to Note about the Résumé STRENGTHS Point up STRENGTHS, not weaknesses. If your grades are weak, for example, emphasize your extracurricular activities. #2:

7. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. The Job Application Letter job application letter brief interesting A job application letter introduces you to a potential employer. It should be brief, and interesting enough to make the employer want to know more.

8. Chapter 20 College Writing Skills/ College Writing Skills with Readings, 6E © 2005 The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Points to Note about the Job Application Letter first state that you are an applicantnote where you saw the job listed 1. In the first paragraph, state that you are an applicant and note where you saw the job listed. second qualifications 2. In the second paragraph, briefly state your qualifications and refer the reader to your résumé. last interview 3. In the last paragraph, state your willingness to come in for an interview. neatnessaccuracy 4. As with the résumé, neatness and accuracy are crucial! Follow a reliable model.