WHY?
What is the purpose of a resume?
to get a job/ interview
Indeed, JobBank, and Workopolis are examples of these
Online job boards
Avoid putting this information on your resume.
Personal information relating to race, preferences, religion etc.
This information is at the top of your resume.
Header
Name Lastname
Address | Phone | Email
The Career Centre is located where?
Room 2409
Why should resumes be tailored to a certain company or position?
Shows how you fit that employer's needs.
(If I am looking for a welder, I do not need a cashier skillset)
True or False
It is a good practice to apply to every position with the same resume?
No - You should be editing your resume based on the position you are applying for.
A resume can typcially be how long?
1 - 2 pages.
These are the most commonly used font styles on resumes.
Times New Roman and Arial
You can come to this event to have your resume reviewed by a Career Advisor
Open Resume Clinic
Instead of paragraphs what should be used?
Bullet Points
This is the most important tool in your job search.
Networking - Making connections when possible with employers will always give you a better chance than just sending a resume.
What type of email should be used for your resume?
Professional
Resumes usually have how many headings?
3 - 5
Profile / Professional Summary
Skill Summary
Experience
Education & Trainings
Volunteer
In the Career Centre this machine can be used for professional photos for LinkedIn.
IRIS
On average your resume is read for how long?
6 - 10 seconds on the first viewing.
When explaining previous experiences it is best to use these types of statements.
Accomplishment statements.
Think what made you good at the job.
True or False
Soft skills are industry specific skills, like special trainings, education and industry experience.
False - Soft skills are more related to your personality traits and work ethics. Technical skills are more related to your trainings, and experiences in the field.
Your resume should be these two colours.
Black and White
The Career Centre offers services at what price?
Free - As a Cambrian student you have access to our services for life.
How often should you update your resume?
1) Any time you get a new skill/ training/ accomplish something you are proud of in the workplace.
2) When you apply to a new job.
After you send your resume to an employer what should you do?
Follow up with that employer, show your interest in the position.
How many references should be included on your resume?
None, unless the employer specially asks for references to be sent.
3-4 references is standard.
These are the three main types of resumes.
1) Chronological
2) Functional/ Skill Based
3) Combined
Every February the Career Centre holds what event?
Cambrian College Career Fair