Resumes & Cover Letters
What fonts are appropriate to use on a resume?
What is the virtual interview simulation website called available to all Umass students and alumni?
BIG Interview
What's a good networking app to connect with alumnis?
Linkedin or UMass Alumni Site
What industry is of highest demand right now?
technology & IT
How to navigate a question about weaknesses in an interview?
discuss a weakness that you're improving on and how you're doing so
What method is used in cover letter paragraphs?
STAR Method
What type of an interview process is used to question job candidates about their past experience?
behavioral interviews
Name 2 ways to prep for an internship/job search tailored to your preferences.
Linkedin, Handshake, Informational Interviews, Market Research, & UMass Alumni Network.
What job is of high demand in Public Health?
Biostaticians
How can you improve your Linkedin profile?
add relevant experiences, skills, and certifications that may speak out to recruiters and companies
What are the appropriate lengths for margins on resumes?
.05 inch and 1 inch
nothing different, go about your daily routine and don't study/prepare last minute!
What are some ways you can succeed in a career networking event?
1) dress appropriately
2) research companies in advance
3) bring resumes
4) have an elevator pitch ready
What is the highest paying job in Public Health?
a medical director (pays around $198K)
What type of career advising offered by the OCP involves helping individuals understand their skills, interests, values, and personality traits to explore jobs and industries?
career exploration/job exploration
What are some things that shouldn't be included in a resume?
1) professional photo (use it on Linkedin profile)
2) personal pronouns (she, they, he, my, etc.)
3) articles (the, a, an)
4) a section with soft skills
What do you want to do after an interview?
send a thank you email
When is the best time to start researching and applying for summer internships?
as early as possible, typically October/November
How much money would you guess is put into research funding at SPHHS?
$17.6M
How can OCP advise students that are going to graduate and aren't sure what to do?
discuss options including finding a job, applying to grad school, or taking a gap year to explore
When is it appropriate to include a photograph and personal information such as height, weight, marital status, etc. on a resume or CV?
What are some basic interview etiquette tips?
1) dress business casual top to bottom
2) sit up straight, don't slouch
3) avoid any distractions
What is it called when your pitching a brief summary of your background, skills/strengths, and professional goals to someone?
elevator pitch
By what percentage can you guess the Public Health indsutry is going to grow in demand for jobs?
projected to grow around 13% by 2031
What is one strength that we all have used and improved on as career ambassadors?