What is the initial amount of time an employer takes to review
an applicant’s resume?
Answer:
15 – 20 seconds
minimum
45 seconds maximum
Why do I need a resume?
● A marketing tool
● To obtain an interview, not a job
● Requirement of many organizations
● Summer jobs, internships & full time
employment
● Apply for graduate programs
● To build LinkedIn page & other social
media
Resume- hidden messages
Resume You
❑ Neat ❑ Neat
❑ Well-organized ❑ Well-organized
❑ Error free ❑ Attention to detail
❑ Professional ❑ Careful &
appearance Competent
What’s a resume ?
•The word resume has been taken from French word.
Literally means “Life Story.”
•More of an exhaustive listing of all educational and work experiences and
accomplishments.
•Includes more detailed history of research, publications, organizations, and community
service.
•Not specific to a particular job/position.
•Does not tell employer what you are applying for.
•More commonly used in academia and medicine.
What’s a resume ?
Marketing Tool: Designed to capture attention and get you to the next stage in the recruitment process.
It presents in writing the skills, accomplishments and qualifications that you bring to a potential
employer.
Key Component: It is the first essential tool in the job search process. The resume is the first
introduction a hiring manager will have of you. You want them to feel drawn in and motivated to invite
you in for an interview.
Written Inventory: The resume is an inventory of your skills, accomplishments, experiences and
education to date. It should be customized and targeted for each individual position.
Interview Getter: This is your ultimate goal with a resume; it tells the hiring manager that you have the
necessary experience, skills and education.
Resume vs. CV: What’s the difference?
Primarily, the length, what is included and what each is used for.
Often times the words are used interchangeably to mean the same thing.
• Resume – one or two page summary of your education, skills, and experience.
Brief and concise - no more than a page or two.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) – a longer (at least two pages) and more detailed
synopsis.
- Summary of educational background, teaching and research experience,
publications, presentations, and affiliations.
- Used when applying for academic, education, scientific or research
positions.
• Hybrid Resume/CV – a combination that also includes research, publications,
etc.
5 Ps of Resumes
•Painless
Easy to read, well organized; use bold to make things stand out and use same font type throughout,
indent 2-3 levels only.
•Perfect
Proofread for spelling and grammar, consistent with punctuation, no personal pronouns.
•Page
One or two pages is best, 1”, .75 or .5 margins (no smaller and make sure all sides are consistent).
•Paper
Resume paper subtle color and pattern (24 pound): if mailed do not fold - use large envelope.
•Position
Specific to the position you are applying for, use keywords from job description.
PREPARATION
O Know Yourself
O Know the Position
Know Yourself
Ask yourself…
O How can I target my resume to the company I am
applying for?
Next…
O Prepare an inventory of your skills,
accomplishments, education, goals, and experience.
Know the Position
Do the research and tailor your resume to the position you are
applying for. The following is a list of what you should know:
O Necessary Skills.
O Desired Qualifications.
O Required Education and Work Experience.
O Key Values.
O Job Duties.
TYPES OF RESUMES
O Chronological Resumes
O Functional Resumes
O Combination Resumes
Chronological Resume
O Most common ● Reverse chronological
order
O Demonstrates continuous
● Widely used for
work history and corporate sector
professional growth ● Mainly used by
individuals with
O Most current work is listed
● Solid work history
first ● Few or no gaps between jobs
Shows work
history dating
back to 2002
Most current work
is listed first
Functional Resume
O Emphasis placed on skills rather than work history
O Challenge: connecting all work or education
experiences that tie directly to job listing
O Most relevant skill set to job listing is listed first on resume
(leadership, communication, customer service, etc…)
All About Resumes
Job skill sets are
listed and
described
Employment
history includes 2
jobs; emphasis is
placed on job
skills
Functional Resume
O Use this style if you:
O have limited or no paid work experience
O Possess experience and accomplishments from education,
volunteer work or hobbies that are directly related to the field
O Are changing careers
O Have a gap in your resume
O Have multiple jobs or worked for one employer only
Combination Resume
● Designed to show work history AND functional skills that apply
directly to job listing
● Demonstrates to employer that you have both experience
AND skills to match job listing
● Within work experience on resume, place skill-sets first, followed
by previous work history
All About Resumes
Work history is listed
in chronological
order, most recent
first
Skill sets are
described under
each job (mimics
functional resume)
Sections
•Heading •Honors/Awards/Professional
•Objective Organizations
•Education •Interests
•Experience •Personal Details
•References
Heading
● Name
Must be the first line of resume
Bold, Larger than the largest font used in body
● Address
Current address preferable
● Email Address
Use professional email addresses preferably with name
● Phone number
Preferably use both home and cell phone numbers
● LinkedIn
Make it appropriate and professional; can customize the url – under Profile – Edit
Heading
Objective vs. Profile
*Goes at the top of your resume
• Objective
‒ Brief, but specific statement outlining the type of
employment (or exact position) one is seeking or
applying for.
• Profile/Summary
‒ Details strengths, experiences, interests,
and skills that one has to offer the employer.
Objective
Example
Objective:
Seeking a summer externship in a small animal or mixed
animal clinic to utilize my background and knowledge in
veterinary medicine and strengthen clinical skills.
•Short and Concise: It should be specific and concise. 1-3 sentences, max.
•One Personal Pronoun : It should include very few pronouns: this is the only
appropriate place to use a pronoun on a resume. Often “my” is used in objective statements.
Profile/ Summary of qualification
Example
Summary of Qualifications
•Knowledge of medical terminology
•Knowledge of Accounts payable software, Accounts receivable software,
Billing software, and Intuit QuickBooks software
•Bilingual English-Spanish
Profile/ Summary of qualification
• Can be called Profile, Summary, or Professional Summary
• Use 3 – 6 bullet points of special accomplishments, key work
skills, outstanding traits, relevant work history.
• Highlight skills that aren’t obvious from past work
experience.
Education
● Educational qualifications from highest to lowest
● Do not use high school details once you have graduated
Education Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
Bachelor of Fine Arts CGPA 9.0 Year 2020
Education Bachelor of Fine Arts- Animation CGPA 9.0
Year 2020
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
Experience
Use the term "experience" Information to include
What is considered experience? ● Job Title
O Full and part-time jobs ● Dates of employment
O Self-employment ● Company name
O Volunteer work ● City & State
O Practicum, field, and cooperative
education
Experience
O Use bullet points
O Start of each line with an action verb
O Present tense if currently employed
O Past tense if no longer employed
O Vary your choice of verbs
O Tailor skills and experiences to the position for which you are applying
O Be concise while providing enough detail
Honors/Awards/Professional Organisation
● This section should scream “I am a leader”
● Must contain all academic and professional awards
● May include extra-curricular awards
● Include a brief description if not self-evident from
title
● Don’t include hobbies or activities not related to the
job or your story
● Good to include leadership positions
Additional Information
● Projects (Research Projects and Publications)
● Skills
● Interest
● Personal Information
● Declaration
References
● One of the most crucial things
● Follow the requirement
● If not mentioned, then “On Request/demand”
● Ask referees beforehand
● Use the best ones
Do’s Dont’s
● Professionalism USE ALL CAPITAL LETTERS
● One page only (for corporate Actually avoid using border lines
Include a picture of yourself
CVs)
Use extremely professional image when
● Stick to the truth
asked by employer
● Focus on achievements and
Use several fonts to catch their
results
attention
● Maintain a consistent writing
Use Times New Roman or Arial
style Focus on you and your needs
● Avoid the use of “I” or “my”
● Modify your CV according to
requirement
Cover Letter
The cover letter will:
O Introduce you as a candidate.
O Clarify the position for which you are
applying for.
O Enable you to highlight your
strengths.
O Ask an employer to take action.
Cover Letter Writing Tips
O Your cover letter should be job-centered not self-centered.
O The cover letter should be 1 page maximum.
O Use regular business letter format.
O Always address the letter to a specific person, not “To Whom It May
Concern.”
O Research the name of the contact person or hiring manager.
O You may use, “To the Hiring Manager” or “To the Selection Committee
Chairperson” if needed.
O Proofread and check your letter for proper grammar.
Breaking it Down
Your Contact Information Anita Job
Name
Address 1234 Street Avenue
City, State, Zip Code
Phone Number Wilmington, CA 90744
Email Address
[email protected]Date
March 13, 2012
Employer Contact Information
(If you have it)
Name
Title
Sally Boss, Hiring Manager
Company Kaiser Permanente
Address
City, State, Zip Code 25825 Vermont
Harbor City, CA 90710
Salutation
Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:
Dear Ms. Boss:
First Paragraph
O The first paragraph should include information on why you are
writing. Mention the position you are applying for and how you
will follow-up.
O I would like to express my interest in a Medical Secretary position
with Kaiser Permanente. I am confident that Kaiser’s values and
objectives would highly complement my own strengths and
enthusiasm. I would like to be considered for your Medical
Secretary position.
Middle Paragraph
O The next section of your cover should describe what you have to
offer the employer. Mention specifically how your qualifications
match the job you are applying for. Remember, you are interpreting
your resume, not repeating it.
O Evidence of my skills and qualifications can be seen in my
responsibilities as a Program Assistant at Los Angeles Harbor
College where I provided customer service and scheduled counseling
appointments. My educational background in Computer
Applications & Office Technology-Medical Office Assistant has
been excellent preparation for a career with Kaiser Permanente.
Final Paragraph
O Conclude your cover letter by thanking the employer for
considering you for the position. Include information on
how you will follow-up.
O Please review the enclosed resume and consider my
application for your Medical Secretary position. I would
appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss the
positive contributions I would offer as a member of your
organization. To reach me for an interview, please contact me
at (555) 555-5555 or
[email protected]. Thank you for
your consideratation.
Complimentary Close &
Signature
Complimentary Close Respectfully yours,
Respectfully yours,
Signature Anita Job
Handwritten Signature
(for a mailed letter)
Anita Job
Type Signature
