Resume/ Cover letter Format
How long should a cover letter be?
1 page
What should go at the top of the resume?
Your name. You don't need the word "resume"
True or false: Your resume needs an Objective.
An objective is a short description of the type of job you are applying to at the top of a resume. It is not necessary, but some people like to have one.
What is the first thing you should do when you start an interview?
Greet the person and shake their hand.
How many pages should a resume be?
1 page
True or false: You should include your age on a resume.
False
Should you state if you are unemployed on a resume?
No
What should you wear to an interview?
A dress shirt (button down shirt or blouse) and nice pants and dress shoes. No jeans. Even if the workplace seems casual, you ALWAYS need to dress up for an interview.
What should you use to describe your experience instead of sentences?
Bullet points
What is the purpose of a resume?
Establish a candidate’s qualifications for a position in order to secure an interview
You should include your GPA on your resume if it is ___ or above.
3.5
True or false: Once you have written your cover letter, you can use it for any job you apply for
False, you can use a basic outline of a cover letter, but you need to make it specific for each job you apply for, including the company and name of position
Some companies will throw away your resume after seeing how many spelling or grammar errors?
1
What is a cover letter?
A letter you write to a potential employer explaining why you are qualified for the job.
What is the name of the category where you would list your clubs, sports, and other activities?
Extracurricular Activities
If your interview is at 3pm, what time should you arrive?
2:45PM. You should arrive 15 minutes early. 30 minutes is too much and can take employers by surprise.
What contact information do you need on a resume? (Name 3)
Email address, home address, and phone number
Computer skills (Microsoft Office), Communication skills (Written and verbal), Language skills (List the languages you are fluent in). Any skills you put should be relevant to jobs. You might be amazing at flying kites, but unless you are applying to a kite flying job, don't put it on your resume.
What are 3 questions someone in an interview might ask you?
Why do you want this job? Strengths? Weaknesses?
What are two possible questions you could ask the interviewer at the end?