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Resume Writing & Interviewing

Resume Writing & Interviewing. Sam Houston State University Career Services. The Resume. Your Resume. Marketing piece Tool for communication Emphasis on things done well Stress aspects that make you the better candidate Not an autobiography. Items to Include in Your Resume.

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Resume Writing & Interviewing

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  1. Resume Writing & Interviewing Sam Houston State University Career Services

  2. The Resume

  3. Your Resume • Marketing piece • Tool for communication • Emphasis on things done well • Stress aspects that make you the better candidate • Not an autobiography

  4. Items to Include in Your Resume • Name, address,phone number, & email • Education • Licenses & certificates • Skills & accomplishments • Work history • Job objective

  5. What Not to Include in Your Resume • Age • Marital status • Height, weight, etc. • Race • Religion • Reasons for termination • Photos • High school information

  6. Objective Education Experience Internships Skills Honors Affiliations References Resume Components

  7. Objective • Focus your objective • Be specific • Do NOT mention “opportunities for advancement” • Target particular positions

  8. JAMES DAVIS919 Bearkat Blvd.Huntsville, TX 77341(936) 294-1713student@shsu.edu • OBJECTIVESeeking an entry level position in the field of finance

  9. Education • List degrees in reverse order • GPA • Associate Degrees • Relevant coursework • Honors • Certifications

  10. JAMES DAVIS919 Bearkat Blvd.Huntsville, TX 77341(936) 294-1713student@shsu.edu • OBJECTIVESeeking an entry level position in the field of finance • EDUCATIONSam Houston State University, Huntsville, TXBachelor of Business Administration in Finance, 3.60Minor in Management • Coursework:<Strategic Management <Business Communications<Business Finance<Labor Economics<Business Law <Operations Management

  11. Experience • Include volunteer or unpaid experience • List company, location, dates of employment, job title & relevant duties • Use action verbs • List duties in phrases • Use past tense for past experiences • Be clear • Bullet job duties

  12. JAMES DAVIS919 Bearkat Blvd.Huntsville, TX 77341(936) 294-1713student@shsu.edu OBJECTIVESeeking an entry level position in the field of finance EDUCATIONSam Houston State University, Huntsville, TXBachelor of Business Administration in Finance, 3.60Minor in Management Coursework:<Strategic Management <Business Communications<Business Finance<Labor Economics<Business Law <Operations Management EXPERIENCEThe Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MIFinance Intern, Summer 2000 <Reviewed current Cash Flow reporting process and prepared 2Q99 Cash Flow statement using current process<Designed, tested, and implemented new process for Cash Flow reporting<Researched Securities and Exchange Commission’s “Plain English” rule, and rewrote large portion of Dow’s 1999 10K in “Plain English”

  13. References • Use 3-5 professional references • List the reference’s BUSINESS address and professional title • List references on a separate page • Include a reference category heading on resume • “References available upon request.” • Notify the references that you would like to use

  14. Optional Categories • Honors and Activities • Professional Organizations • Computer skills & other skills relevant to the job • Publications • Research

  15. JAMES DAVIS919 Bearkat Blvd.Huntsville, TX 77341(936) 294-1713student@shsu.edu OBJECTIVESeeking an entry level position in the field of finance EDUCATIONSam Houston State University, Huntsville, TXBachelor of Business Administration in Finance, 3.60Minor in Management Coursework:<Strategic Management <Business Communications<Business Finance<Labor Economics<Business Law <Operations Management EXPERIENCEThe Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MIFinance Intern, Summer 2000 <Reviewed current Cash Flow reporting process and prepared 2Q99 Cash Flow statement using current process<Designed, tested, and implemented new process for Cash Flow reporting<Researched Securities and Exchange Commission’s “Plain English” rule, and rewrote large portion of Dow’s 1999 10K in “Plain English” HONORS & <Dean’s List: Spring & Fall 2000ACTIVITIES <President’s Honor Roll: Spring 2001<The Dow Chemical SHSU Alumni Scholarship recipient<Habitat for Humanity<National Collegiate Scholar REFERENCES Available upon request

  16. One PageResume The Resume • Length • 1 page for recent graduates • 1-2 pages for advanced degrees • 2-3 pages for senior executives • Paper Guidelines • White or neutral, 24 lb. Paper • Standard: 8 ½ x 11 inches • Matching cover letter and envelope

  17. The Interview

  18. Objective Compatibility Motivation Enthusiasm Intelligence Adaptability Maturity Commitment Communication Assertiveness Follow-though The Purpose of the Interview Employers need to assess:

  19. Types of Interviews • Face to Face – Traditional • Structured • On-Campus * • On-Site • Panel-group interaction • Behavioral *

  20. The On-Campus Interview • Opportunity for you to begin the formal interview process • Employers seeking SHSU graduates for entry-level positions • Types of On-Campus Interviews • Open Interview Schedule • Pre-Select Interview Schedule

  21. The On-Campus Interview • JOBS 4 KATS System • Create your own account • Upload your resume • Eligible for: • On-Campus Interviewing • Open and Pre-Select schedules • Resume Referral Service • View Job and Internship Listings

  22. The Behavioral Interview • Based on the idea: “The best way to predict future behavior is to determine past behavior.” • Focuses on actions & behaviors rather than subjective impressions • For more information on Behavioral Interviewing, read handout

  23. How to Prepare for an Interview • Review the companies requirements • Prepare yourself • Be prepared to provide examples of your skills, abilities, interests, etc. • Research the company • Formulate questions

  24. First Impressions • Handshake • Smile • Good posture • Eye contact • Appearance

  25. Business Dress for Women • Suits – navy, gray, black • Skirts – below knee • Classic leather pump shoes • Leather handbag • Small, simple jewelry • Pull hair away from face • Subtle fragrance

  26. Business Dress for Men • Suits • Classic, conservative style • Navy or dark gray • White shirt • Tie • Shined black shoes • Good quality watch • No jewelry • Subtle cologne

  27. Interview Etiquette Interviewing Etiquette • Timing • Secretaries • Seating • Privacy • Names • Habits • The money issue • Farewells • Thank-you notes

  28. Career Services Sam Houston State University 919 Bearkat – Box 2238 Huntsville, Texas 77341-2238 Telephone: (936) 294-1713 Fax: (936) 294-3616 www.shsu.edu/careerservices

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