Resume Workshop Myths about resume writing Steps towards creating a resume Resources Ask participants about what can be on a resume.

Styles of Resumes: Chronological Resume- recommended A chronological resume is the most common type of resume.  It lists your work experience in reverse chronological order.  Your most recent work experience is listed first, then the one prior to that and so on.  Sample Chronological Resume Functional Resume A functional resume organizes your work experience by job function rather than by chronological order. This type of resume emphasizes your skills, abilities and areas of expertise rather than your career history. . You may want to consider a functional resume if you are a new graduate without much professional experience or if you have noticeable gaps in your work history. Combination Resume A combination resume is a hybrid of chronological and functional resumes. Skill clusters with accomplishments are listed first, followed by a work history section in reverse-chronological order.

5 steps to creating a resume Step 1. Review resume guidelines, examples of action words, and varying resume formats. Review resume guidelines, examples of action words, and varying resume formats. Write out a rough draft which should be one page. Write the heading section of your resume which includes name, address, cell, and email address. Write the Education, Experience, and Skills sections. Work experiences should always be listed in reverse chronological order. Additionally internships, field experiences, and volunteer experiences (related to your major) can be listed also. Remember that resumes are unique to each individual. Chose experiences that will highlight your accomplishments, leadership, and skill sets targeted at your job objective.

Presentation Don’t go overboard with fancy fonts, graphics, or a confusing structure. While you may think this makes you stand out, it’s confusing to read for the employer.

Proofread! SPELL CHECK. Don’t make this… Received a plague for salesman of the year Dear Madman (instead of Madam) My hobbits include Oversight of an entire department Restaurant skills: Severing customers I’m an accurate and rabid typist I have a degree in orgasmic chemistry. i am a conscious individual with good attention to detail

Develop and build skills through groups and clubs Conclusion Develop and build skills through groups and clubs Participate in Volunteer experience Commit to several Internship opportunities Investigate Study Abroad Maintain a portfolio of your activities Find a part-time job related to your major Try something new and different Schedule an appointment and bring a rough draft of your resume Upload your resume onto CSO once it is approved by a counselor http://www.salemstate.edu/1767.php

Employer Relations: Making Connections Between Students and Employers The Employer Relations Team is building long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships with employers for all departments that will provide opportunities for students, recent graduates, and alumni.  The Initiative generates creative ways for employers to engage with our campus and maintains an open line of communication with those employers. Internship and Career Fair On-Campus Interviews Class Presentations Student Club Presentations Guest Speakers-Career Prep Week Resume Collection Company Site Visits Company Information Tables Boston Celtics Cell Signaling Technology First Investors Corporation State Street Corporation Enterprise Holdings BROAD Institute Genzyme Microsoft Boston Partners Financial Group Hilton NEW YORK LIFE Essex County Sheriff’s Dept. Bridgewell Target Stores Melanson, Health & Company PC Walgreens

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