Resumes, A History
Gimme Them Stats
All About that Resume
Cover Letter, Oh My Cover Letter
That Wasserman Flow
100
This person created the first resume in 1482, which was originally used as a type of letter introduction. (Hint: He was well known for being an inventor and one of the teenage mutant ninja turtles is named after him)
Who is Leonardo da Vinci?
100
A college major/field which currently dominates the job market.
What is Engineering.
100
a brief account of a person’s education, qualifications, and previous experience, typically sent with a job application.
What is a resume
100
a letter sent with, and explaining the contents of, another document or a parcel of goods.
What is a Cover Letter
100
An NYU center dedicated to Career Development
What is Wasserman Center For Career Development
200
The date when resumes started being more than just formalities and were actually expected.
What is 1950
200
The highest average starting salary and its field.
What is $103, 000 and Petroleum Engineering.
200
Name at least three typical sections you would find on a Resume.
What is heading (address/name), education, job experience, interests, certifications, skills, references, interests, availability
200
True or False: A cover letter typically provides detailed information on why you are qualified for the job you are applying for. Effective cover letters explain the reasons for your interest in the specific organization and identify your most relevant skills or experiences.
What is True
200
Name at least three resources Wasserman offers students
What is career coaching, resume editing, mentor network, seminar series (acing the interview, social media and job networking, etc), career fairs, alumni services, student employment, on-campus recruitment
300
These are three different ways in which it is acceptable to submit your resume. (Name at least Two)
What is by fax, by email, by hand, by 'snail mail', online forum, social media submission
300
The average starting salary for new college graduates.
What is $48,707
300
True Or False: You should keep your high school degree information and any high school achievements on your resume past your Sophomore year of college.
What is False. Once you pass your sophomore year, employers will be expecting to see college experience and achievements and more recent information.
300
List at least three sections/components you would find in a well written cover letter.
What is Contact Section, Salutation, Body, Job Keywords, Closing, and Signature.
300
True or False: You must make an appointment to be able to meet with a counselor at Wasserman.
What is False. Wasserman offers walk-in hours where you can meet with someone in 5 minute sessions for resume and cover letter critiques, as well as quick career related questions.
400
a short account of one's career and qualifications prepared typically by an applicant for a position, usually more centered on academic achievements and relating to jobs in the academic field.
What is a CV or curriculum vitae.
400
The highest ranking liberal arts college by salary potential
What is Harvey Mudd College at $73, 300
400
True or False: To be put in the job experience section, the job should be a paid one.
What is False, a job does not need to be paid to be put in the job experience section, unpaid internships should also be included.
400
List at least two different types of Cover Letters.
What is 1) An Application Letter: written to apply for a specific job opening. 2)A Referral Cover letter: mentions the name of a person who referred you to a job 3)A letter of interest: also known as a prospecting letter, inquires about possible job openings at a company. 4)Networking Letter: request job search advice and assistance. 5) A value proposition: a brief statement explaining what makes the candidate unique.
400
A Wasserman Program which helps NYU students explore careers by linking them with alumni and other professionals who provide valuable information about industries and potential careers.
What is the Mentor Network
500
The year that the Internet went live. Thus allowing for resumes to be emailed to employers, and eventually leading to video resumes, and now all the social platforms which also contribute to career networking and employer relations.
What is 1994
500
The current unemployment rate
What is 5.8% as of October 2014, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
500
True or False: Wasserman provides resume samples and also 5 minute walk-in counseling sessions in which you can review and edit your resume.
What is True.
500
True or False: Wasserman provided counseling sessions to review and edit your cover letter, while also providing a cover letter sample on their website.
What is True.
500
Name at least 3 social media platforms Wasserman is currently on. (Not including Facebook and twitter)
What is linkedin, facebook, twitter, pinterest, foursquare, google plus, youtube, tumblr, their blog, instagram
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