CAREER SERVICES. Career Services Christy Curts, Career Counselor

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1 Career Services Christy Curts, Career Counselor

2 CPCC Career Services Provide assistance with everything related to jobs Choosing a career or major Job search Interviewing skills Resume/cover letter writing

3 CPCC CAREER SERVICES Job Search View online job postings exclusively for CPCC students Save searches and receive s with customized job matches Check our calendar for oncampus recruiting events Research companies seeking CPCC students

4 A few words about your job search Networking begins now! Co-ops are a great way to make networking contacts that could turn into to future jobs down the road Start working on your resume now. Update it with skills and techniques learned in class and in co-op Fill out a sample job application to simplify process

5 C E N T R A L P I E D M O N T C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E CPCC CAREER SERVICES Online Presence and 70% of hiring managers and recruiters have rejected a job candidate based on data they found online (2009 Microsoft Survey). Your Job Search

6 Resumes

7 Purpose of a Resume Summary of qualifications for a specific position Marketing tool to help you stand out from other job seekers in an online job search world Most important function is to compel an employer to grant you an interview!

8 What s your target? Customize to a specific position Match employer s needs Revise for different positions

9 Writing Tips No spelling or grammar errors Concise and clear Use phrases, not complete sentences Begin phrases with action verbs Language is assertive Avoid personal pronouns Use numerals instead of spelling numbers out

10 Which format is best for you? Chronological Career Guide p. 13 Emphasizes career progression Easy for employers to understand Often easier to write Emphasizes continual employment Most common/traditional format Functional Career Guide p. 12 Focus on skills Entering job market for first time or changing careers Have unconnected work experiences Have gaps in employment history

11 Basic Categories for Entry-Level Contact Information Objective Education Skills Certification/Licensure Experience (including Co-op) Professional Affiliations Community Involvement References Resumes

12 Avoid Irrelevant/Controversial Information Age or birth date Picture Marital status Salary information Health Social Security number Complete addresses of previous employers Religious/political affiliations

13 READY TO WRITE YOUR RESUME?

14 Contact Information Name in larger/bold font Indicate which number is home, which number is cell Appropriate voic Appropriate

15 What s Your Objective? A short, focused statement that acts as a blueprint for the rest of your resume. Seeking position in setting utilizing qualifications. Position Seeking an Automotive Technician position. Setting Seeking an Automotive Technician Position at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Qualifications Seeking an Automotive Technician Position at Firestone Complete Auto utilizing experience with engine diagnostics and repair and customer service.

16 Education Degree and major with actual or expected graduation date College and city, state Cooperative Education may be a sub-category or separate section GPA of 3.0 or higher is optional Relevant coursework is optional (limit to 3-6) Academic honors, clubs, associations are optional

17 Skills Will take up the most space on a functional resume break down into sub-categories for easier reading Specific skills and accomplishments are best Emphasize technical skills. While soft skills are important, they are better demonstrated in an interview.

18 What are some skills you can currently add to your resume?

19 Keyword/Skills Resources CPCC Catalog course descriptions O*Net Database: Occupational Outlook Handbook: Automotive Job Descriptions

20 Related Experience Focus on accomplishments that set you apart from other candidates Bulleted style makes your resume more reader-friendly try to use 3-5 bullet points per experience Do not limit to paid employment. Include volunteer work, lab work, co-ops, and leadership roles

21 Other Experience Use less space for unrelated experience List position, company name, location, dates. No job description to use minimal space

22 Certification & Licensure Additional information helps with keyword scans Don t assume employers will know your licensure/certification based on your education Remember to update your resume with new credentials once you achieve them

23 References Never list specific references directly on your resume Indicate Available upon request Three references are generally sufficient Ask permission and inform your references about your pending applications Give references a copy of your resume Thank your references for their assistance

24 Top 10 Resume Bloopers from Real Resumes 10. I have an excellent track record, although I am not a horse 9. I am a rabid typist 8. Personal Interests: Donating Blood. 15 gallons so far 7. Extensive background in accounting. I can also stand on my head 6. References: none, I ve left a path of destruction behind me 5. Education: curses in liberal arts, curses in computer science, curses in accounting 4. Instrumental in ruining an entire operation for a Midwest chain store 3. Personal: Excellent Health, except for ingrown toenail 2. Reason for Leaving: Maturity Leave 1. Hobbies: Mushroom Hunting

25 Career Services is Here to Help! To make an appointment at Levine Campus: 1. Call (must specify Levine campus) 2. Visit the Student Success Center in Levine I Building 3. Call Christy directly: