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How to Be Successfully Employed
ESL 105Presenter : Hiromi TakizawaInstructor : Lyra Riabov
Outline of Presentation
• How to find a company
• Hot to write a Resume
• How to write a Cover Letter
• How to prepare for interview
• How to be interviewed
• What to do after interview
• References
How to find a company
1. Self-Assessment
2. Job Search Tips:
• Help Wanted Ads
• Internet Job Fair
• “Real” Job Fair
• Career Developments on Campus
• Networking
Hot to Write a Resume - 1
What is a resume?
A document that is used to market the applicant’s knowledge, skills & abilities to potential employers
How should a resume look?
Easy to read & demonstrate ability to produce an attractive-looking document
How to Write a Resume - 2 What should be included in a resume?• Personal / Contact Information (Name, Address,
Telephone, E-mail Address, Web Site Address)• Objective• Educational Background• Work Experience • Volunteer • Leadership / Interests / Activities / Organizational
Involvement• Professional Associations / Affiliations Memberships• Skills (technical / Language / Industry Specific)• Additional Training / Certifications• References Sample Resume
How to Write a Cover Letter1. Introduce yourself to the potential
employer2. Layout: Standard business form3. Content:• Why you are writing.• What you have to offer.• Request an interview.• Provide contact information.4. Sample Cover Letter
How to Prepare for Interview -1
Make sure you get an important information:
The full names and titles of those who will be interviewing you.
The date, time & location of the Interview.
(Do “test run” trip if it’s necessary.)Any specific items you will need to bring
to the interview.
How to Prepare for InterviewOrganize the Information:1. Yourself & your goal Present a clear idea of your purpose in
pursing the position.2. Your resume Practice elaborating on the information
listed on your resume.3. Prepare for questions
Know the company, its service & products.
Obtain a copy of the job description.
How to get prepared for Interviewed
~ How to be Dressed~
Be neat & professional.Do not wear too much jewelry.Do not create distractions with trendy
items.Do not wear facial piercing, expensive
makeup & short skirt. Men: Be clean shaven.
~ On the Day of Interview ~
Keep your stress down.Arrive 15 – 20 min early.Do not appear frazzled when you
arrive.Be courteous to everyone you talk with.Remember names of any
administrative staff.
~ During Interview ~
Greet your interviewer with a smile and a firm handshake.
Do not use first name. Maintain eye contact. Lean slightly forward as you sit. Minimize “talking with your hand.” Smile and take care of your nervous habit. Speak slowly and clearly.Sample questions.
What to do after interview~ Thank You Letter~
Convey gratitude for time spend in the interview.
Restate your interest and qualifications.Indicate eagerness to hear from them.Impress them by including something
you learned during the interview.
Sample Thank You Letter
Follow-up Letters~Letter of Acceptance~
Accept the offer formally including the position title.
Refer to letter outline offer or phone call doing the same.
Repeat conditions of the position: salary and terms of employment.
Express your appreciation and enthusiasm about joining the company.
Thank them for their time during the hiring process.
Sample Letter of Acceptance
Follow-up Letters~Letter of Declining Offer~
Decline offer.Express your appreciation for the offer
and the company’s interest in you.Thank them for their consideration.
Sample Letter of Declining Offer
References
BostonWorks. Com: http://bostonworks.boston.com
JobWeb: http://www.jobweb.comSNHU Career Department:
http://www.snhu.edu/careerdevelopment.html
Merck & Co. Inc. : www.merck.com/careers