RESUME WRITING

HOW TO WRITE A GOOD RESUME  R eadability is important  E xperience must be highlighted  S ell your competencies  U se action words  M arket yourself through the resume  E ducation and training count

Resume Format Font: Century Gothic Font size: 11 (14 for Name only ) Picture: pasted Spacing: Single ( Double in between major divisions) Pages: 2 (maximum) NAME Address Contact Information (Landline no./Cellphone no./ ) Power Statement / Career Objective ( no heading ) less than 25 words characteristic + position desired + what you can contribute to the company e.g.  dynamic, honest, committed Thomasian seeking a position in your company

EDUCATION University of Santo TomasInclusive Dates Course Honors Received (if any) Name of SchoolInclusive Dates Secondary Education Honors Received (if any) WORK EXPERIENCE / TRAININGS ATTENDED CompanyInclusive Dates Position duties / responsibilities always start with a verb past tense form

EXTRA-CURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT Organization Position Inclusive Dates college organizations only may include organizations outside of the university accomplishments in the organization SKILLS bullet form hard skills first  communication skills (written and oral)  computer language / technical skills  languages soft skills  team player  leadership use words such as, excellent, above-average, proficient, knowledgeable list skills relevant to the position

SEMINARS ATTENDED Title, Organization, Institution, Date REFERENCES Name Designation, Company Office No.

SAMPLE RESUME

KAREN PAMELA V. DOMPOR 3 Rissa St., Liamson Subd., Sta. Lucia, Pasig City (632) / (632) / A dynamic, honest, committed Thomasian seeking a position in your company to gain experience and knowledge in the field of Psychology through the application and utilization of acquired concepts, theories and skills with the aim of contributing to the growth of the company EDUCATION University of Santo Tomas2007 – 2011 BS Psychology Cum Laude St. Paul College, Pasig2003 – 2007 Secondary Education Salutatorian

WORK EXPERIENCE / TRAININGS ATTENDED La Salle GreenhillsJune – October 2010 Guidance Counselor gave personal, social and educational guidance counseling to students either individually or by groups administered, evaluated and interpreted psychological test results to students, and disseminated psychological test results to students, parents and teachers planned and implemented special group guidance sessions and orientation programs facilitated homeroom guidance classes updated students’ cumulative folders EXTRA-CURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT Scarlet Vice President 2009 – 2011 Rotaract2008 – 2009 Member

SKILLS proficient in psychological test interpretation excellent written and oral communication skills in English and the vernacular knowledgeable in computer applications and software ability to multi-task client-centered focus team player mentality strong commitment to delivering exemplary service SEMINARS ATTENDED EDSOR Leadership for Peace Conference EDSA Consortium of Schools Immaculate Conception Academy November 28 – 30, 2009

REFERENCES Prof. Lucila O. Bance, Ph.D. Director, Department of Guidance and Counseling, University of Santo Tomas (632) loc Ms. Mary Ann J. Sunga-Vargas, Ph.D. Professor, Psychology Department, University of Santo Tomas (632) Sr. Luisa Maria Chavez, SPC Chair, Guidance Center, St. Paul College, Pasig (632)

Cover/Application Letter

-A business–like written response to an existing job opening, highlighting one’s qualification for the job or service. KEEP YOUR MAIN BODY GENERALLY TO 2 OR 3 PARAGRAPHS The 1 st paragraph describes your interest in the position and why you want it The 2 nd & 3 rd paragraphs give a brief idea about your skills, abilities and capacities. Each paragraph should generally have only around 2 to 3 sentences each.

GIVE A DYNAMIC INTRODUCTORY SENTENCE Instead of the usual “ would like to apply for…” you can start off with “I read with interest your advertisement about your need for a Management Trainee…” SHOW YOUR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE COMPANY YOU’RE APPLYING FOR OR THE LINE OF BUSINESS IT ENGAGES IN This is not just to impress the job interviewer; this also shows your knowledge about the work you’re interested in DESCRIBE WHAT YOU CAN OFFER, NOT ONLY WHAT YOU WANT FROM THEM State what you can offer to the company in terms of skills and services. You may also add how it can be an asset to the company

DATE COMPLETE NAME OF THE ADDRESSEE JOB TITLE NAME OF THE COMPANY COMPLETE COMPANY ADDRESS SALUTATION: (e.g. Dear Mr. or Ms. Surname:) FIRST PARAGRAPH: State the source of the job vacancy (There are 2 kinds: Solicited – in response to an advertisement and Unsolicited – known or written at the suggestion of someone who knows of the vacancy). Also indicate the reason for writing, and a brief description of yourself. SECOND PARAGRAPH: Highlight enclosed resume and expand on material from the resume that is relevant to that particular position you are applying for. THIRD PARAGRAPH: Express interest to make a follow-up. Make a possible arrangement for a personal interview. Always say, “Thank you” at the end of the letter. COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE: (e.g. Respectfully yours, etc.) (Triple Space) COMPLETE NAME (Signed Over Printed Name)

February 1, 2011 MR. JAMES MADRIGAL Recruitment Supervisor ABC Company 2401 Taft Avenue, Manila Dear Mr. Madrigal: Your advertisement in yesterday’s Bulletin Today for an Administrative Assistant position prompted me to offer my qualifications for this position. I will be graduating in March 2011 at Manila University. I am confident that I would be able to make a worthwhile contribution in a demanding and fast-paced business industry. My extra-curricular activities demonstrate that I am at ease in positions of responsibility and in dealing with various people. As a result of my on-the-job training, I have focused my interest on business, as it requires analytic and people-oriented skills. May I be given the opportunity to discuss my qualifications in detail? I am available for interview at your most convenient time. You can contact me at (02) or at 0916– or you may me at Thank you. Respectfully yours, Mr. Juan Dela Cruz