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Table of Contents

14. Does my Resume make the Grade? Compare your resume to these criteria

and find out!

• 1. Career Development Center @ a Glance
• 2. Career Development Center Events
• 3. Services: NUST Career Development Center (CDC)
• 4. A student’s To-Do List: What you need to know and do along the way:
• 5. Career Planning and Strengths Assessment
• 6. Resume and Cover Letter Guide
• 7. Resume Components
• 8. Verb list for Resumes and Cover Letter
• 9. Chronological Resume
• 10. Hybird Resume
• 11. Writing the Cover Letter
• 12. The Resume: Your 15 – Second Chance To
• 13. Alternative Resume Headings
• 15. Curriculum Vitae
• 16. Professional Portfolios
• 17. Cover Letters that Get Attention
• 18. Effective Job Search Strategies
• 19. Your Government Job Search
• 20. Tips on Writing the Federal Government Resume
• 21. Search for vacancies at the agencies you are targeting
• 22. Researching Companies… Why? What? How?
• 23. Tips to Protect Yourself from Applying to Fraudulent Jobs
• 24. Need a Job? There’s an app for that!
• 25. Request Professional References and Letters of Recommendation
• 26. Corporate Recruiting Standards and OFCCP Requirements
• 27. How do we make Initial Contact with People?
• 28. Take the Next Step
• 29. 30-Second Networking Commercial
• 30. LinkedIn.com
• 31. Information Interviews
• 32. Request an Informational Interview: Sample Letter / Email
• 33. Thank You Letter After an Informational Interview
• 34. Dressing for Interviews and the Workplace
• 35. Interviewing Techniques
• 36. Common Question Asked by Recruiters
• 37. Behavior-Based Interviewing
• 38. Illegal Interview Questions
• 39. Questions to Ask During an Interview

40. Did You Know about the Degree Programs? 89
41. It’s the Interview that gets you the Job. Will you make the Cut? Review the following Criteria and Find Out!

42. Post Interview Correspondence 93
43. Evaluating Job Offers 96
44. New Job? Tips for serving the First Few Weeks 99
45. Policies and Statement of Recommended Job Search and Interviewing Practices: The Candidate Perspective

46. Career Resource Library (CRL) 102
47. Guide to Applying to Graduate School 103

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NUST Career Development Center

Letter from the Deputy Director, Career Development Centre (CDC) Atiya Zulfiqar

Your success and career satisfaction are the primary goals of Career Development Center staff at NUST. We believe that you can turn your strengths and interests into meaningful careers that you enjoy, whether you are entering directly into the workforce or attending graduate school. CDC of talented and dedicated professionals can help you reach your goals as you launch into a new stage of life. We help you turn your passion into a profession.

The Career Development Guide is one of the tools that we have created to assist you with the career exploration process. In the following pages, you will find relevant and valuable information pertaining to all aspects of the job search. Consider this your guide book to career and job search planning. Additional resources, including Job Opportunity of jobs at NUST, can be found on our website at: nust.edu.pk.

Most Importantly, come visit us! We can help you explore your career options, weigh decisions and get you connected with the people you need to meet.

Best wishes on your career journey!

Career Development Centre @ a Glance

• Jobs: Internship, part-time, seasonal, entry-level full-time, and experienced full-time
• Professional career advising on topics including: job search, resume development, interviewing strategies, networking, developing your brand, graduate school application and finding out what you want to do
• Recruitment and networking events including: career fairs, on-campus interviews with employers, corporate visibility days

Career Development Centre, CDC

2 nd^ Floor, CIE building, HQ NUST, Sector H-12, Kashmir Highway, Islamabad.

Office Hours: Mon-Friday: 09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Walk-In Hours: Monday-Friday: 2-4pm

Career Counseling Appointments: Please call 051-90851211, 90856218

Walk-In Policy: Resume Critique / Overview First-come, first-served. 15 minutes. Last appointment taken at 2: pm, if no one is ahead of you.

“We help you turn your passion into a profession”

Career Development Center Events – 2013

Look for these and other career events throughout the year For 3rd Year Students

Sr. College/School Events Time Per Seminar Tentative Date

1 MCE

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 2-Jan- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

2 MCS

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 8-Jan- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

3 C of E&ME

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 15-Jan- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

4 AM College

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 22-Jan- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

5 PNEC

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 29-Jan- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

6 CAE

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 5-Feb- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

7 SMME

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 12-Feb- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

8 SCEE

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 19-Feb- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

9 ASAB

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 26-Feb- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

10 SADA

Finding and Applying to Internships 45 minutes 5-Mar- Making the Most of a Job Fair 45 minutes Making Professional Connections - Networking

15 minutes

Note: Seminar includes; Handouts, Presentation and Q&A Session. Exercises (Optional)

For 4th Year Students

Sr. College/School Events Time Per Seminar

Tentative Date

1 MCE Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 12-Mar- Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills 2 MCS Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 19-Mar-

Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

3 C of E&ME Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 26-Mar- Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

4 AM College Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 2-Apr- Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

5 PNEC Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 9-Apr- Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills 6 CAE Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 16-Apr-

Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

7 SMME Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 23-Apr-

Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills 8 SCEE Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 2-May-

Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills 9 ASAB Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 8-May-

Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

10 SADA Industrial Partner Talk 45 minutes each 15-May- Effective Job Search Strategies Interviewing Skills

Note: Seminar includes; Handouts, Presentation and Q&A Session. Exercises (Optional)

SERVICES: NUST CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC)

Individual Career Counseling / Advisement If you have questions or concerns about any career-related matter, such as exploring your major/career goals, job searching, interviewing, writing resumes, or applying to graduate school, we encourage you to meet with CDC staff.

Appointments: Appointments can be scheduled in person or by phone (051-90856218).

Walk-ins: Walk-ins are held in the CDC each weekday. Walk-ins are short, 15-minute meetings and are ideal for quick questions and resume critiques.

Mock Interviews: To practice interviewing with a career specialist, you’ll need to first review mock interview instructions. Following this, you’ll schedule an hour-long appointment to conduct and review your mock interview; you’ll also receive some detailed preparation instructions. Be sure to bring your resume and a sample job announcement with you to the mock interview.

Career Sources: In the Career Development Center main office, there are reference resources (books, e-books, magazines) on various topics pertaining to career planning, the job search process and applying to graduate school. The library resources are available during normal CDC operating hours.

NUST Online Job Listing and Recruitment System: This online recruiting and job listing system allows you to post your resume, view and apply for part-time and full-time jobs and internship/co-op listings, view a schedule of career and recruitment events, and participate in on-campus interviews. Access NUST recruitment drives account information under Topics Jobs and Internships on its website by uploading your resume, it will be reviewed by a Career Specialist and if not approved, you will be asked to visit the Career Development Center to have it reviewed and subsequently approved.

This one-stop, web-based program will allow you to manage your job search throughout your time at NUST. A comprehensive calendar of career events is also accessible through NUST Web Portal.

On-Campus Interviews with Employers: First Steps: To apply for the opportunity to interview with employers for full-time, post-graduation, and career-related positions you will first need to access and maintain your CDC Membership form. Check out our online workshops to learn interviewing and job search tips. Honing your interviewing skills will make you more competitive in your job search.

a) Sign Up for On-Campus Interviews: Search and apply for on-campus interview opportunities in NUST Career Portal. Apply by the stated deadlines (generally two weeks prior to the interview date). About a week before the interview date, prepare your resume and talk to a CDC specialist.

b) Company Information Sessions: Information sessions, generally open to the campus at large, offer the opportunity to learn about companies and network with recruiters; they’re also invaluable in preparing for interviews. If you’ve signed up for on-campus interviews, you’re required to attend the information session those employers have scheduled. Keep track of and RSVP for information sessions via the Events and/or Calendar sections of NUST. Keep in mind, recruiters notice if you are at the information session.

c) To Prepare for the Interview: Research the company, prepare for questions you’ll be asked, and develop well-researched questions to ask. Also, consider scheduling a mock interview with a career specialist (see above). Employers also participate in mock interview events.

d) Day-of Interview Logistics: You’ll be expected to show up dressed professionally and will report to at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled interview. If you are a no-show or cancel the day-of, you will need to meet with the CDC Deputy Director to have your on-campus interviewing privileges reinstated.

e) After the Interview: Collect the interviewer’s business card and promptly write a thank you letter (see sample letter in this publication). You can get feedback on your interviews by making an appointment with a career specialist (see above). Second and/or third interviews will most likely be held off campus. Upon accepting a job offer, report your offer to CDC.

Consider all offers carefully, as you should honor your acceptance as a contractual agreement with the employer (interviewing after accepting an offer and/or reneging on an accepted offer are unacceptable practices which jeopardize NUST and your reputation).

A STUDENT’S TO-DO LIST: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AND DO ALONG THE

WAY:

By the end of your FIRST OR SOPHOMORE YEAR you should be able to: Task/Knowledge How to Make It Happen:

• Explore and describe what you are “Good at” that you also like to do
• Explore and describe what you enjoy learning
• Explore and begin to define WHAT YOU’D LIKE TO DO (e.g., accounting, medicine, engineering, teaching) and WHERE YOU’D LIKE TO DO IT (e.g., consulting firm, hospital, government agency, public school)
• Identify SKILL SETS needed for jobs in potential career fields - Meet with a Career Development Center (CDC) career specialist for assistance in developing short- and long-term career goals - Use FOCUS and Career Insider available on CDC’s website - Take a variety of classes to clarify interests/skills - Use Career Path (www.nust.edu.pk/cdc) to explore majors/career paths - Visit University Counseling Services for self-assessment help - Access resources in Academic and Pre-Professional Advising
• Create a LIST OF CONTACTS who can assist you with career decision-making and implementation
• Begin a CONVERSATION with at least one of those contacts (email, letter, phone, in- person) - Learn how to conduct informational interviews - Use Pro-Net (part of NUST) to connect with alumni and employer mentors - Attend networking events (Career Week, Diversity Recruitment Banquet, etc.) - Stop by to talk with faculty offices during their office hours - Make a concerted effort to stay in touch with current and former employers, teachers/professors, co- workers, and advisors
• Begin putting together a RESUME focusing on the strengths, education and - Access resume resources on the CDC and Career Path websites

experiences of relevance to your career goals (^) • Get your resume reviewed at CDC

• Engage in an ON- or OFF-CAMPUS OPPORTUNITY that will help you gain career insight, make connections, and build relevant skill sets - Log-in to NUST to update your profile; upload your resume; and search for job, research, internship/co-op, and service learning opportunities - Obtain a part-time job related to your interests - Attend Campus Jobs Fair and / or Summer and Part-Time Job / Internship Fair - Connect with The Shriver Center coordinator for your major for relevant service learning, research, internship and co-op opportunities - Visit the Study Abroad Office to explore international opportunities - Join and contribute to an on- or off- campus club / organization By the end of your JUNIOR OR SENIOR YEAR you should be able to: Task/Knowledge How to Make It Happen:
• Fine tune your career goals in terms of:
• FUNCTIONS (sales, community outreach, software development)
• INDUSTRIES (pharmaceuticals, non- profits, defense contracting)
• SPECIFIC COMPANIES (for example, Wyeth, Catholic Charities, Northrop Grumman) - Utilize FOCUS and Career Insider on CDC’s website - Meet with a CDC career specialist - Gain insight, connections and relevant experience by getting an internship / co-op, working part-time, and / or volunteering - Connect with professionals in your field (ProNet, Career Week)
• Maintain / expand your LIST OF CONTACTS
• Conduct / continue CONVERSATIONS with these contacts - Continue to conduct informational interviews - Utilize NUST ProNet - Join / be active in the professional organization for your field

• Attend networking events (job fairs, Evenings with Industry, Career Week)
• Develop and maintain contacts through work, internships, and volunteering
• Conduct an EFFECTIVE INTERVIEW • Schedule a mock interview
• Access interviewing resources on CDC’s website
• Develop a LIST OF TARGETED GRADUATE SCHOOLS
• Understand / engage in the GRADUATE SCHOOL APPLICATION PROCESS
• Access the Graduate School Application Guide on CDC’s website
• Talk with faculty about your graduate education goals
• Visit CDC for help with statements and resumes
• Develop and implement a JOB SEARCH STRATEGY
• Develop and fine tune your NETWORKING SKILLS and develop your brand
• Attend NUST and other area job / career fairs
• Participate in NUST on-campus interviews
• Attend employer events (i.e., Corporate Visibility Days, information sessions)
• Utilize your NUST account – post your resume / search for jobs
• Obtain a JOB OFFER OR GRADUATE SCHOOL ACCEPTANCE
• All of the above! Be sure to complete the NUST Graduating Student Report

CAREER PLANNING AND STRENGTHS ASSESSMENT

Explore Your Dependable Strengths!

Recognizing your strengths is the first step to discovering a career fit that maximizes your opportunities for success and satisfaction. Dependable Strengths are motivated skills that are used repeatedly in experiences in which you have done well and enjoyed what you were doing. The more you know about your strengths, the more you will understand how to adapt to the changing demands of the workforce. By using your strengths you will be able to improve your interpersonal relationships, build your career, increase your job satisfaction, and reduce stress on the job. Equally important is your ability to clearly articulate your strengths to potential employers and provide evidence of those strengths.

Four Basic Steps to Exploring Your Strengths

1. Accept yourself as having a unique kind of excellence that is always growing within you.
2. Recognize that the elements of your excellence have been demonstrated from time to time throughout your life. These elements have most likely been demonstrated in good experiences you have made for yourself. Good Experiences , in this case are defined as: things you feel you did well, you enjoyed doing them, and you were proud of what you did.
3. Believe that by carefully identifying and studying your good experiences, you will find the pattern of skills and talents you have repeatedly used to make those experiences happen.
4. Focus on using this pattern of skills and strengths. They are reliable elements of your special excellence. This pattern of strengths provides clues to the kinds of career activities that are likely to be part of your future achievements regardless of your job titles or job descriptions.

Five Questions to Identify Ten Top Good Experiences that Will Assist in Identifying Patterns of Strengths...

1. What is the good experience that first comes to your mind? Describe it briefly in the space below. What did you do to make it happen and what strengths did you use?

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2. What activities give you the most enjoyment? These could include hobbies, volunteer work, ventures, projects with the family, work, school or anything else. Give two or more examples.

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3. In your last assignment, activity or work, which parts of it did you do best and enjoy most? Give two or more examples.

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4. After completing your formal schooling, which two or three subjects did/will you continue to study and enjoy most?

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5. Briefly list up to ten (10) good experiences (see definition above) from any time of your life and any part of your life. What did you do to make them happen and what strengths did you use?

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After answering the questions above, begin to examine patterns within your good experiences. What strengths are demonstrated throughout your experiences? In highlighting these strengths, are you able to give three or more examples of how you have used that strength in a number of ways in various environments? This information will help you craft your resume, as well as assist you in your interviews. Working within your areas of dependable strengths only increases your potential and career satisfaction. Be sure to discuss this assessment with a career specialist.

RESUME & COVER LETTER GUIDE

Use a resume to:

• Respond to an advertised job vacancy
• Send to employers that interest you after you have researched the organization
• Accompany graduate school or other important application forms
• Present at an interview to a potential employer
• Submit to employers before on-campus interviews
• Accompany a request to a past or current employer or professor to write a letter of recommendation
• Reinforce a personal contact you have already established with a employer

How to develop a resume:

1. Analyze the job description for skills and abilities – Read through job descriptions for the skills and abilities that employers are seeking. Read through the descriptions and highlight the required skills, attributes and qualifications. Use these words in your resume.
2. Create a list of accomplishments – Take some time to think about your accomplishments: things you did well, enjoyed doing and were proud of. Include education/training, volunteer opportunities, jobs, projects, school assignments, travel and group/team activities. Describe in detail what you did, who you did it with, what equipment you used and what happened. Quantify your results, if possible, and use commonly understood terminology.
3. Analyze experiences for relevant skills areas
4. Write descriptive phrases – Using action verbs, write short phrases to describe what you did that illustrates each skill. Be concise and specific. Arrange the descriptive phrases in order of relevance to the position for which you are applying.
5. Choose the appropriate format - There are several resume formats that suit individuals with different backgrounds with varying experiences. Choose the one that is best for you:

Chronological:

This type of resume lists your experience in reverse chronological order, starting with the

most recent. You may arrange your headings in various ways, depending upon what

aspects of your background that you wish to stress. This format works best when your work, volunteer, and academic experiences relate directly to the type of job for which you

are applying. It is preferred by most business employers.

Skills/Functional:

This resume highlights your most important skills or functions. Headings are built around

these areas. Job titles, employers and dates of employment are listed in a brief section

at the bottom of the page. This format allows you to highlight skills, knowledge and

relevant abilities to the position regardless of where and when you obtained them. It works well when your work experience is not directly related to your career goal, you are

entering a job market for the first time, or you are making a career change.

Hybrid:

This resume combines both the chronological and skills resumes. It allows you to

maintain the popular chronological resume while including a summary of your skills. It

can be organized in a number of ways, but most hybrids start with a skills summary

followed by a list of experiences with descriptions in reverse chronological order.

RESUME DO’S & DON’TS

Do:

• Use good quality paper (at least 20 lb. bond) paper
• Use a readable font and print on laser printer
• Be specific in your objective, if you use one
• Emphasize results produced, significant achievements, recognition from others
• Quantify when possible and use specific examples
• Check the spelling of every word; make sure grammar and punctuation are correct
• Have someone else proofread your resume
• Get feedback from several people
• Begin phrases with action verbs such as “developed,” “originated,” “led,” etc.
• Be truthful about your accomplishments
• Keep your resume to one page unless you have extensive experience related to your job objective

Don’t:

• Use resume templates (i.e. Resume Wizard). It is difficult to adjust sections and your resume looks like all other candidates who used the same template
• Begin phrases with “I” or use complete sentences
• Include personal information such as marital status, social security number, age or national origin
• Use flashy graphics or colored paper
• Mention controversial activities or associations
• List unrelated, detailed duties such as “opened mail” or “filed documents”
• Exaggerate your experience

• Use meaningless words or phrases such as “seeking a challenging position” or “seeking a position working with people”
• Start phrases in the experience section with “my responsibilities (or duties) included”
• Use abbreviations

REFERENCES

Because it is assumed that a candidate will furnish references upon request, it is

unnecessary to put “references available upon request” at the bottom of your resume.

However, when an employer does request references, include them on a separate piece

of paper with current contact information (names, titles, addresses, phone numbers and

e-mail) of 3 to 5 persons who have agreed to provide recommendations for you.

Some suggestions relating to selecting and working with your references:

• Always ask the person's permission to use him or her as a reference. Do not assume that the person will be willing to recommend you. This courtesy is appreciated and may avoid later embarrassment -- or a negative reference. " Would you be comfortable giving me a strong recommendation? " opens the subject. Be prepared to hear a "no" or to deal with some reservations.
• Give the person providing the recommendation a copy of your current resume. In many cases, he/she will know you in only one context (in the classroom, as an advisor, as a supervisor in a work situation). The reference may be stronger if the person has fuller knowledge of your other accomplishments.
• Discuss with the person the type of position you will be seeking or share descriptions of specific positions for which you are being considered. If there are particular skills or information you hope he or she will include in the reference, mention these.

SENDING RESUMES & COVER LETTERS ELECTRONICALLY

To send your resume as an attachment:

• Create your resume using a common word processing program
• Give the document a name the recruiter will associate with you (i.e. MillerJennifer.doc)
• Be absolutely sure your document is free of viruses. Send it electronically to a friend to make sure it is easy to open, the formatting stays correct, and the document is virus-free.

To send your resume in the text of the e-mail message:

• The cover letter should appear first, above your resume
• Do not use bold, underlining, bullets, distinctive fonts, colored text, or html codes. Use asterisks (*), plus signs (+), dashes (-), ALL CAPITAL LETTERS, and combinations of these to highlight text.
• Align all text to the left margin
• Using your word processing software, select “File-Save As” and change the “file type” to “text only.” Name the resume version something such as “resume text version.”
• Re-open your text version and view the differences. The text version is now ready to e-mail or paste into a web-based form.
• Send it electronically to yourself and to a friend with a different e-mail system to see how it will look
• Text resumes look plain and ordinary, but employers are used to this

To make your resume scanable:

Some large employers utilize resume database tracking systems. They scan incoming

resumes into a database (sometimes letters, too) and when they have openings, they can retrieve resumes using relevant keywords.

• It’s okay to ask the employer if you should provide a scannable resume. Some companies will indicate on their website if they scan resumes
• Include industry or job-specific keywords, especially relevant skills, understandable abbreviations, major, specific fields of study, and experience
• Use 10 to 14-point font size
• Do not use italics, underlining, fancy fonts, bullets, and multiple columns.
• Use spacing or ALL CAPITALS for emphasis
• Do not center text

RESUME COMPONENTS

COMPONENT BASICS COMMENTS

Identifying Data Name, address, e-mail address & phone number (include area code and zip code) - Put at the top of the page

Be sure that any message on your personal answering machine is appropriate for a potential employer. If you have a personal webpage that you want employers to view, include its address here.

Education Name of school, major, degree received, graduation date or expected graduation date

Honors and G.P.A. are optional. However, most businesses (especially consulting and accounting firms) want to see your G.P.A. If you have attended more than one school, list the most recent first. It is not necessary to list all the schools you have attended. Do not list high school. Additional training you have received may either go under this heading or under a separate one.

Experience Paid, volunteer or military. Emphasize skills, abilities and accomplishments appropriate to the position for which you are applying. Note the job title, employer’s name, location and dates of employment.

Experience does not need to be paid to be included here. Focus on achievements and contributions (i.e. a procedure you streamlined or a cost- saving suggestion you made)

Job Objective* If used, this is a one line description of the type of position desired.

The job objective should follow your identifying data and be as specific as possible.

Skills & Abilities* Foreign languages, computer skills, office skills, lab techniques or transferable skills not mentioned elsewhere in

These can be listed separately or combined under the heading “Skills & Abilities”

the resume

Languages* Mention if you are fluent in a foreign language

If you understand a language, but are not fluent you still might want to mention it (i.e. Conversational Spanish or read and write French)

Activities & Interests* In order of importance, list student activities, professional associations and committees in which you have participated. List any offices you have held and indicate the skills you used.

Include activities and interests that show leadership, initiative or pertain to your career interest.

Community Involvement*

If the setting is political or religious, you may want to use generic descriptions (i.e. Youth leader for church, Speech writer for City Council candidate). If substantial, these experiences may be listed under “Experience.”

Honors* Recent graduates and continuing students can include academic honors such as Deans List, honor societies and scholarships

These can be listed separately or as a subsection under “Education.”

Research & Publications*

Briefly describe relevant research projects. List articles, papers or books that have been published.

Travel* Include this section if your career interest involves travel or knowledge of other cultures.

• Optional components – use if appropriate for your background and the employers you’re targeting

VERB LIST FOR RESUMES & COVER LETTERS

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Technical Skills

Financial Skills

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CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

Sally Hiu

5200 N. Lake Road

Merced, CA 95343

209-724-4200

[email protected]

OBJECTIVE:

Seeking a laboratory assistant position in a microbiology lab

EDUCATION:

University of California, Merced Merced, CA

B.S. Biological Sciences, minor in Arts expected May 2012

G.P.A. 3.7

EXPERIENCE:

Kolligian Library, University of California, Merced Merced, CA Student Assistant August 2009–present

• Assist patrons in locating reference material
• Locate library journals for interlibrary loan program

Bed Bath and Beyond Fresno, CA

Front End Manager June 2008–August 2009

• Promoted to Front End Manager from Sales Associate after 1 year of employment
• Trained new employees on cash register, return policy, bridal registry and customer service
• Worked 20 hours/week while maintaining strong academic record and course load
• Provided strong customer service in a busy retail environment
• Received 100% marks on 3 “secret shopper” visits

SKILLS:

Lab: Enzyme characterization, RIAs, ion-exchange chromatography, gel electrophoresis, media preparation, protein, assays, plasma preps, aseptic techniques, use of radioisotopes, HPLC, cell fractionation

Computer: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Strong Internet Skill

HONORS/AWARDS:

• Received “Honorable Mention” for research poster on stem cell research at UC Merced’s Research Day (April 2010)
• Voted President of Chemistry Club for 2009-10 academic year

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

David Gonzalez

[email protected]

School Address: Home Address:

510 G. Street 1300 Avenue 12

Merced, CA 95348 Madera, CA 93637

(209) 742-2100 (559) 673-3200

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a co-op position in the field of nanobioengineering

EDUCATION

University of California, Merced Merced, CA

B.S. Bioengineering expected May 2012

Madera Community College

A.A. General Studies May 2010

RELEVANT COURSEWORK

Algorithm Design & Analysis

Physics

Engineering Fundamentals

Chemistry

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Madera Community College, Technology Services Madera, CA

Computer Lab Assistant August 2010-May 2008

• Responded to students’ questions and resolved problems in C, C++, and PASCAL

• Developed interpersonal skills and problem solving strategies while working with students from a wide range of backgrounds
• Maintained Technology Services website

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Software: ViewLogic Workview, Oracle, vx Works and Tornado
• Programming: Java, C++, Visual C++, HTML, LISP, MIPs assembly, VHDL
• Applications: Networking (Mosaic, Netscape, FTP), Database (SQL, dBase), Microsoft Word, WordPerfect
• Operating Systems: Windows 2000/NT/98/95/3.1, Unix (BSD, Solaris)