When is the University-Wide Career Fair?

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1 When is the University-Wide Career Fair? Aug 30: Architecture/Design/Engineering/Technology/Science Aug 31: Technology/Big Data Employers Sept 7: Consulting/Financial Services Employers Sept 8: Business/Consumer Products/Nonprofit/Other 10:00 am 3:00 pm, Statler Hotel

2 Resumes and the Career Fairs: All You Need to Know Christine Holmes Director of Post-Doctoral Studies, Caldwell Hall Anne Poduska, PhD Graduate & International Student Career Advisor Cornell Career Services, Barnes Hall

3 You can get a lot out of career fairs, but you need to do the following: Identify your goals for attending Conduct research in advance Develop a strategy

4 Who Is Coming to the University-Wide Career Fair? Handshake

5 Why Do Employers Come to Career Fairs? Increase Brand Recognition Table at Career Fair Information Sessions

6 Why Do Employers Come to Career Fairs? Advertise Positions On Handshake On their own website Conduct on-campus interviews during or after the fair Conduct interviews at a later date, on- or off-campus Conduct interviews off-campus

7 Developing a Strategy: Priorities and Logistics 1. Decide what your top priorities are for the fair Do you want to meet a recruiter in person? Do you need more information about how to transition into a new field? Do you need new pens?

8 Developing a Strategy: Priorities and Logistics 2. Develop a ranked list of employers you d like to meet. Make a list of your top choices of employers and the questions you d like to ask List second, third, and fourth tiers of employers in case the lines are too long

9 Developing a Strategy: Being Creative and Resourceful Go to an information session for larger employers Consider pairing up with friends and sharing information Think broadly about what companies do

10 Developing a Strategy: Being Creative and Resourceful Use your time in line wisely Listen to questions that people ask who are ahead of you in line and ask something new! Network with individuals standing in line with you Visit other employer booths if they are empty

11 Use Cornell Career Services databases and resources Hoover s CCS Link Library LinkedIn Developing a Strategy: Research Employers and Fields

12 Developing a Strategy: International Students and Scholars Target companies: That have international branches: Uniworld That may sponsor H-1B visas: Myvisajobs.com That have recruited international students in the past Understand what work authorization you have after you graduate (ISSO website and walk-in hours)

13 Do You Need a Resume? Business Cards? Have copies of your resume available in case the employer is accepting them Note: Some employers are unable to accept resumes because of regulations from the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs In those cases, business cards can be accepted: Save the $7 delivery charge by having them delivered to 103 Barnes Hall and you can pick them up

14 Purpose of CV and Resume Describe previous experiences Used by employers to decide whether to interview you Used during interviews to formulate questions CV History, education, accomplishments Resume Skills and abilities

15 Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences 1. Resumes have different structure than CVs

16 Curriculum Vitae Resume Content Education Research/Teaching Interests Thesis/Dissertation Grants and Other Awards Research Experience Teaching Experience Practical Experience Employment Consulting Internships Publications Conference Presentations References Not typically tailored by position Education Summary/Objective Statement (?) Select Grants and Awards Experience Select Publications Select Presentations Skills: Technical computer leadership communication Languages Very tailored by position

17 Example Education Section EDUCATION Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Ph.D. Major field: Comparative Literature Minor fields: Asian Studies, History May 2014 University of Rabat, Rabat, Morocco Visiting Researcher Sept 2011-Aug 2012 Yale University, New Haven, CT M.A. Major: English Minor: Asian Studies May 2009 Reed College, Portland, OR B.A. Major: English Minor: History May 2007 Summa cum laude

18 Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences 1. Resumes have different structure than CVs 2. There s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume

19 Chronological Combination How Is a Resume Structured?

20 Resume Type: Chronological Format: Uses: Most widely used style Information presented in reverse chronological order Highlights progressive work experience Best for those who have significant experience in the field where they are seeking a job Problems: Less effective if changing careers or have little work experience Older but relevant experience may be overlooked

21 See VersatilePhD Resume Type: Chronological

22 Format: Resume Type: Combination Uses: Experiences are given in reverse chronology but are arranged by type of experience (e.g. communication experience, leadership experience) Accentuates your skills Draws direct parallels with skills in job ads Helpful if you are applying for a wide range of jobs Problems: Can be difficult to fit one experience into just one category

23 See VersatilePhD Resume Type: Combination

24 Course Projects Building Airflow Rates: An International Analysis Oct-Nov 2013 Building Design and Analysis Course, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Collaborated with three classmates to analyze airflow rates in three buildings by creating a project timeline, enforcing project deadlines, and writing code in C++ Built excellent rapport with teammates by scheduling regular meetings, helping others with problems, and giving constructive criticism Conducted literature search and interviewed four international experts to identify airflow rates specific to Russian, Ghanaian, and Thai urban environments

25 Research Projects RESEARCH PROJECTS Narratives of Personal and National Identities in the Moroccan Diaspora Sept Present Graduate Research Assistant, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Analyzing 40 novels from the Moroccan diaspora, written in Arabic and French, to identify influences of colonialism on personal and national identities Wrote two successful grant proposals, totaling $30,000, to support research and travel to two archives in three countries Writing, editing, and copyediting a 200-page manuscript Organized year-long international research trip by researching visa requirements, booking flights and university accommodations, developing a project schedule, and identifying project goals!

26 Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences 1. Resumes have different structure than CV 2. There s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume 3. You have to understand what an employer wants when you make your resume

27 What Skills Do Employers Want? Employers typically desire the following core competencies*: Content knowledge Professionalism and work ethic Oral and written communication Teamwork (including leadership) and collaboration Critical thinking and problem solving Ethics and social responsibility *Casner-Lotto, J., & Barrington, L. (2006). Are they really ready to work? Employers Perspectives on the Basic Knowledge and Applied Skills of New Entrants to the 21 st Century U.S. Workforce. Retrieved from the Partnership for 21 st Century Skills website:

28 Consequences of the CV-Resume Differences 1. Resumes have different structure than CV 2. There s different ways you can represent yourself on a resume 3. You have to understand what an employer wants when you make your resume 4. You need to break down your CV s job titles and accomplishments into action verbs

29 CV to Resume Service and Volunteer Activities PhD Admissions Committee Member 2008 PhD Admissions Committee Member 2008 Comparative Literature Dept., Cornell University, Ithaca, NY Analyzed 15 PhD student application essays and academic records according to admissions criteria and identified top 7 applicants Persuaded five-member faculty committee in 15-minute oral presentation to accept 7 applicants

30 Final Resume Tips Opinions vary; everyone who looks at your resume is looking for something specific Put most important information on the first page Use clear, easy-to-understand language Past tense vs. present tense Use at least 11 point font size

31 What Are Your Questions?