CA!
SPHHS
Resume/CL
Resume/CL
Knowledge
100

What is the number of the CA office room?

Arnold 136.

100

Can a credited internship be paid?

Yes!

100

When should you use articles and pronouns in your resume? 

(ex. I, you, the)

Never.

100

If you GPA is higher than ______ it should be included on the resume.

3.0

100

Where do you go online to schedule career advising appointments?

Handshake.

200

Name a fact you know about the person to your right! :)

(Will get points if you know a fact)

200

What are all the majors in SPHHS?

Kinesiology, Nutrition, Public Health Sciences, Speech Language and Hearing Sciences.

200

What should the font size of your name be compared to the rest of the resume?

2 font sizes bigger.

200

What are the typical margins for a resume?

0.5-1 inch.

200

What is the website all UMass Amherst students can go to to apply for scholarships?

AcademicWorks.

300

What is the name of the place in the Boston area where many UMass students live when pursuing internships or co-ops?

Mount Ida Campus.

300

What is the name of the networking site for UMass students and alumni?

Connect UMass.

300

Why is it important to have a balance between the text and the white background?

Having a resume that isn't crowded.

300

Can abbreviations be used for organizations even if they are understood as common in that career field?

Yes.

300

What day is the career snap posted on during the week?

Tuesdays.

400

What are 3 things on the CA website that we specialize in?

LinkedIn and Handshake profiles, Academic Works Applications, Internship and Job Search Questions, General Career Advice, Resume, Coverletter, or Personal Statements.

400

What are examples 3 of research areas in SPHHS?

Chronic and Infectious Disease Prediction and Prevention, Global Health, Environmental Health, Health and Wellness, Health Equity, Health Aging/Aging Across the Life Span, Reproductive and Women's Health, Epidemiology

400

Should you use a serif or sans-serif font for a resume? What are 2 examples of the font you chose?

Sans-serif font.

Arial, Calibri, Proxima Nova.

400

What is the difference between a resume and CV?

A resume focuses on more relevant work experience for a specific position while a CV is a full history of your academic credentials.

400

What does the S.T.A.R method stand for? What is it used for?

Situation, Task, Action, Result. It is used when creating a cover letter or for interviews.

500

What is one DO and one DONT for salary negotiation?

DOs: Do research on the salary you should expect for the position you're seeking, do let the employer make the first salary offer, do thank the employer for the offer when it's made but don't try to negotiate right after its made, do take the time to consider all factors before making any job offer decisions.


DONTs: Don't bring up salary before the employer does, don't get aggressive when negotiating the salary you want,  don't inflate your current earrings to get a higher salary offer, don't accept the first acceptable offer you receive if you're not sure about the job or company

500

What is the process to declare the public health sciences major?

1) Attend an information session.

2) Complete a quiz on the Public Health Sciences Canvas page.

3) Lastly, complete the PHS Major Declaration Form to enter the major.

500

What is the difference between soft and hard skills?

Soft skills are personal traits that impact how you work and are transferable to all jobs.

Hard skills are job related abilities gotten through education which are necessary for the job. They are usually applicable to a certain career path.

500
What is the difference between a resume and a cover letter?

A resume outlines/lists your job history in general, while a cover letter is a chance to highlight qualities you have that are specific to the job being applied.

500

Name 4 basic interview tips from the Career Planning Website.

Offer a firm handshake, Sit up straight (don't slouch), Come prepared with questions, don't play with your hair, jewelry, etc.