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Resume And Cover Letter Techniques For The Graduating Senior. John Montemayor Career Center Coordinator. Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics from the W. Paul Stillman School Of Business, Seton Hall University Hired by USC-Upstate on June 2003
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Resume And Cover Letter Techniques For The Graduating Senior
John MontemayorCareer Center Coordinator • Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics from the W. Paul Stillman School Of Business, Seton Hall University • Hired by USC-Upstate on June 2003 • 10 Years of Experience in Human Resource Management, Staffing, and On-Campus Recruiting
What Not To Do In Your Senior Year • Did not go to the Career Center until 2 weeks before on-campus interviews started • Did not have a resume until a week before my first interview • Did not have any mock interviews • Rejected by all 8 companies that interviewed me
The Cover Letter • Important because it is read first!! • Captures the reader’s interest • Brief, precise, and professional
Introduction • Use the person’s name and title • Never include “To Whom It May Concern,” Dear Hiring Decision Maker,” or “Dear Sir or Madam.”
August 29, 2007 • Mr. Daniel Snyder • Director of Human Resources • Coloplast Corporation • 1955 West Oak Circle • Marietta, Georgia 30062
First Paragraph • Introduce yourself • State the position that you are applying for • Describe how you found out about the opening (website, newspaper, etc.)
Mr. Snyder: My name is John Montemayor and I will be graduating from University of South Carolina Upstate in December 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. I am responding to the September job posting for Marketing Communications Specialist on Monster.com.
Second Paragraph • Sell Yourself!! • Emphasize related experiences and accomplishments related to the job opening
I am currently in a marketing internship with The Peace Center for The Performing Arts in Greenville, South Carolina. In this capacity, I am instrumental in the analysis of attendance trends by demographic group and income level. In addition, I assist in the development of promotional material of upcoming shows. I have also served in various customer service positions in both the retail and restaurant industries.
Third Paragraph • Pave the way for an interview • Indicate flexibility to meet at “Their” convenience • Indicate easiest way to contact you
I hope you agree that my experience stated above and in my resume would make an excellent fit as a Marketing Communications Specialist with your organization. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further with you at your convenience. Please feel free to call me at home at (864) 593-3818 or email me at jmontemayor@uscupstate.edu if you have any questions. I hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, John Montemayor
August 29, 2007 Mr. Daniel Snyder Director of Human Resources Coloplast Corporation 1955 West Oak Circle Marietta, Georgia 30062 Mr. Snyder: My name is John Montemayor and I will be graduating from University of South Carolina Upstate in December 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. I am responding to the September job posting for Marketing Communications Specialist on Monster.com. I am currently in a marketing internship with The Peace Center for Performing Arts in Greenville, South Carolina. In this capacity, I am instrumental in the analysis of attendance trends by demographic group and income level. In addition, I assist in the development of promotional material of upcoming shows. I have also served in various customer service positions in both the retail and restaurant industries. I hope you agree that my experience stated above and in my resume would make an excellent fit as a Marketing Communications Specialist with your organization. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further with you at your convenience. Please feel free to call me at home at (864) 593-3818 or email me at jmontemayor@uscupstate.edu if you have any questions. I hope to hear from you soon. Sincerely, John Montemayor
The Resume • Heading • Objective • Education • Work Experience • Honors/Affiliations • Skills
The Heading • Spell out everything, no abbreviations • Include home and cell phone numbers • Make sure you have a professional email address
John J. Montemayor 608 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring, Maryland 20901 Home Phone - (301) 593-3818 Cell Phone – (301) 827-8993 jmontemayor@uscupstate.edu
The Objective • Gives your resume focus and indicates to the employer the type of position you are seeking • The objective can be as specific or as general as you want it to be
Objective: To pursue an entry level position in sales or marketing with Erwin-Penland, Inc.
Education • List all majors and concentrations and include GPA if over a 3.0 • Spell out everything (Bachelor of Science instead of BS)
Education: University of South Carolina Upstate Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications Concentration in Journalism Anticipated date of graduation, December 2007
Work Experience • Start with most recent job • Include dates, responsibilities, duties, and accomplishments • Utilize action verbs such as: created, directed, provided, etc.
The Peace Center, Greenville, South Carolina • Aug. 2007-Present Marketing Intern • Research and compile list of potential theater patrons • Evaluate attendance trends and zip code analysis • Determine different groups (ethnic, demographic, etc) to attend other that the current base • Create promotional material marketing theater shows and performances
Honors and Affiliations • Only mention those that you are currently active • Include any offices held and accomplishments • Include dates when listing awards
Affiliations: Sigma Pi Fraternity Fall 2003-PresentPresident Fall 2007-PresentTreasurer Fall 2006-Fall 2007Awards: Fall 2005 and Spring 2006 Dean’s List
Skills • Tangible skills only. Leave out adjectives such as hard worker, team player, and excellent communicator • Only list computer skills if you are totally proficient
John J. Montemayor 608 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring, Maryland 20901 Home Phone - (301) 593-3818 Cell Phone – (301) 827-8993 jmontemayor@aol.com • Objective: To pursue an entry level position in sales or marketing with Erwin-Penland, Inc. • Education: University of South Carolina Upstate, Spartanburg, South Carolina • Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications • Concentration in Journalism • Anticipated date of graduation, December 2007 • Experience: The Peace Center, Greenville, South Carolina Aug. 2007-Present • Marketing Intern • Research and compile list of potential theater patrons • Evaluate attendance trends and zip code analysis • Determine different groups (ethnic, demographic, etc) to attend other that the current base • Create promotional material marketing theater shows and performances • Verizon Wireless, Spartanburg, South Carolina Aug. 2005-Aug. 2007 • Customer Service Associate • Ranked as top wireless sales associate in Sept., Oct., and Dec. 2003 • Created most efficient wireless calling plan to present and future cellular customers • Suggestively sold wireless phones and accessories • Wild Wing Café, Greenville, South Carolina May 2003-Aug. 2005 • Wait Staff • Ensured pleasant shopping environment for restaurant patrons • Recommended dining and beverage specials • Assisted with back of house staff as needed • Affiliations: Sigma Pi Fraternity Fall 2003-Present • President Fall 2007-Present • TreasurerFall 2006-Fall 2007 • USC-Upstate Marketing Club Fall 2003-Present • Awards: Dean’s List Fall 2005 & Spring 2006 • Skills:Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Do’s and Don’ts • Invest in some professional resume paper for your resume AND cover letter • Omit any personal information • Create a separate reference sheet