EMPLOYMENT PACKAGE  The Employment Package: Cover Letters, Resumes, References, Thank You Letters & Letters of Recommendation

3 Critical Questions??? Where Am I Going? (Research/Goals)  Career Information  Labor Market Info.  Career Research  Short & Long Term Goals Who Am I? (Assessment)  Interests  Prefrencences  Skills  Aptitudes  Achievements How Do I Get There? (Action Plan)  Skills to Develop  Education/Training  Self Marketing: (Networking, resumes, interviewing,)

The “Employment Package” Cover Letter Resume References Thank you Letter Letter of Recommendation

What is a Resume? A marketing tool – a way to sell your best, personal, professional, and educational accomplishments to potential employers. Well organized, one page, word-processed, presentation of information that summarizes your experiences. Will help you collect, organize, and update information needed to apply for a job or to gain admission to college.

Resumes Continued… Hiring staff will typically scan your resume for about seconds, to see if you meet the requirements and qualifications. An effective resume should make an employer say… “I want to interview you!”

What to Include in Your Resume… Heading Objective Education Relevant Coursework Skills/Qualifications Experience – Volunteer, Internship, Work, Paid, Un-paid, Babysitting, Yard work, etc. Activities Awards/Achievements (Optional)

Resume Tips… Never use I, ME or MY Have “White Space” Spell and Grammar Check Always have someone else review your resume Always Type Your Resume One page only (2 or more when you have more experience)

REFERENCES Separate page, titled “References” Resume should list on bottom,“References upon request” Should have 3 – 4 references Should always ask your references before you list them on your reference page. Always have references Name, Job Title, Place of Employment, Phone Number and Address (optional)

Now It’s Your Turn… Create an “Employment Package” for yourself

TODAY…. Using the same entry level job you used to create your Job Application, begin to create your RESUME Read the entire “Employment Package” packet to become familiar with the information. Begin your rough draft Resume HOMEWORK: Come to class next time prepared to continue work on your RESUME & REFERENCES with a USB/Flash Drive.