Writing and Speaking for Engineers Application letters, resumes, and interviews: Keys to landing that perfect job

How not to get the job The biggest mistakes by job seekers according to executives: Little or no knowledge of the company Unprepared to discuss skills and experience Unprepared to discuss career plans and goals Limited enthusiasm Limited eye contact

Application Letters and Resumes Usually the initial contact with the potential employer Your opportunity to link your skills and experience with what the company is looking for Your opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of the company Must be crafted carefully and contain no grammatical/spelling errors

The resume Should be visually appealing Should be easy to read Should be updated often Should be tailored to each job you apply for

The application letter Directs your application to a specific person Allows you to explicitly make the connections between your knowledge/skills and what the employer is looking for Leaves the door open for further contact