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Memorandum

To: Leslie Mateer

From: Megan Kraus

Subject: Cover Letter and Resume Analysis

Date: 23 September 2012

The main objective of this memo is to present to you the analysis of the two job positions I haveselected to write the cover letter and resumes for and the thought process behind them. The two

job positions I have chosen were with Metso Automation as a Project Engineer and Rockwell

Automation as an Industrialization Engineer. This memo is organized into three main sections;

the Audience Analysis, Job Description and Rhetorical Analysis. The Audience Analysis willdescribe the work environments and cultures of the companies as well as the audience member

who is likely to read the application items contained in this packet. The Job Description will

contain information about the specific positions within each company and the RhetoricalAnalysis will discuss the various differences made to each resume and cover letter and why the

specific revisions were made.

Audience Analysis

Metso Automation

Metso Automation provides technology and services to customers in various industries including

mining, construction, pulp and paper, power, and oil and gas. Metsos headquarters is located inHelsinki, Finland and is present in over 50 countries delivering sustainable and profitable

solutions to their customers. Their vision and mission are defined as Working as One to beNumber One by contributing to a more sustainable world through helping their customersprocess natural resources into valuable products and solutions. (1)

Metsos organizational culture is very team oriented and operated. This is evident within

Metsos values which include performing together and respecting each other while driving

customer success. Their leadership principles also highlight a team work-culture by emphasizingintegrity and building inspiration and trust over the successes of any individual. A project

manager is the person who would directly read job applications for this position because the

project manager wants to be able to find the right candidate who can work with his or her team.

Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation provides industrial automation, power, control and information solutions

to customers within the industrial industry. Rockwells headquarters is located in Milwaukee,Wisconsin and is known as one of the largest industrial automation companies in the world

employing over 21,000 people in more than 80 countries. It is ranked 411 on the Fortune 500

Company list and ranked one of the most ethical companies in the world. (2)


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Rockwells corporate culture is focused on customer success through better optimization, risk

management and quick responses to the changing market. They value the individual and the

individuals innovative thinking by highlighting their successes with customer successes.Rockwell has high ethical standards with 100% compliance that is vigorously monitored

throughout all their business activities. The human resources department would most likely read

through prospective job applications to make sure specific qualifications are met before acandidate is considered.

Job Description

Metso Automation

Metso is searching for someone to fill their Project Engineer position. This position requires

much interaction with the project team, management, development, sales, and production

departments. With these requirements, the responsibilities include good communication, both

written and verbal, and team work skills. The job advertisement also highlighted the candidatehaving technical skills including controls design, testing, and field support. Metsos ideal

candidate is someone with a technical background who can effectively communicate his or herideas to the various departments involved in the project.

Rockwell Automation

Rockwell hires multiple Industrialization Engineer positions within their company, each working

on a new innovative project with the changing market. Rockwell is looking for a candidate that

can perform work based on theoretical engineering principles and apply them to the changingmarket with little guidance. With this being said, the candidate must be knowledgeable and a

leader in their field as well as possess the ability to think innova tively. Rockwells idealcandidate is someone with a strong technical background who can work independently and

continue to develop ways to better the standard of living.

Rhetorical Analysis

Metso Automation

In my cover letter to Metso, I emphasized my internship with Ashland to show that I have

developed professional communication skills as well as procured experience working with a

team which is something that Metso values greatly. I felt that my engineering experiences weremore important than my education which is why I wrote about my education second. Within my

education section, I tried to capture my process safety class as being one of the more important

classes in my curriculum. I wanted to illustrate my ability to understand and develop process

flow and control diagrams which is a skill that not many engineering undergraduates procure.


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I used a standard resume format and style so that it would be easier for a recruiter to quickly find

the information he or she needed. Currently being an undergrad, I felt that my education wasone of the more important items on my resume and made this my first section. There were a few

main focal points to consider when revising the content of my resume. One of these points was

the team-oriented work culture. Because Metso stressed the value of working on teams, I made

sure that my engineering experiences highlighted my ability to not only work with others butalso demonstrated my ability to communicate effectively. I believe that my leadership section

also emphasizes my ability to work with others and the show that I can take on responsibilities

which is the section right after my experiences. I put my software skills and involvement last onmy resume because I feel that Metso values experience over skill sets.

Rockwell Automation

In my cover letter to Rockwell, I highlighted my technical background by adding my design

project into the first content section as well as my work experience as a test engineer at

NAVSEA. I also tried to capture my leadership which I used to illustrate my ability to analyze,

test, initiate and lead different projects within Penn State. In my 2

nd

content section, Iemphasized my work with the safety controls on the process diagram because Rockwell has a

strong ethical reputation.

I used a similar standard resume style and format for the same reason I used a standard format

for Metso. Rockwell really stressed a strong technical background. With this being said, I made

my education section the first thing on my resume followed by my software skills. With both ofthese sections near the top, I emphasized my knowledge of engineering computer applications as

well as my education. I placed my leadership above my engineering experience because I felt

that Rockwell was looking for a strong candidate who can handle responsibility and possiblylead a team in a new design project. Within my experience section, I highlighted my on-campus

job which is enforcing safety rules which supports Rockwells reputation of being one of themost ethical companies. I also made sure to keep the bullets where I demonstrated technical

ability under each work experience and added in my EDSGN design project. I kept myinvolvement section last because I felt that Rockwell wasnt looking for a well-rounded

candidate but a very technically sound candidate.


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255 South Atherton Street

Apartment 404State College, PA 16801

September 23, 2012

Metso Automation USA, Inc

1180 Church Road

Lansdale, PA 19446

Dear Mr. Joseph Peca:

Im writing to you to inform you of my interest for the Project Engineer position at MetsoAutomation. I learned about this job opening through the Engineering Career Resources and

Employer Relations Website, eCareer. After looking through the responsibilities of the job, I

feel that my experiences working in industry meet the criteria for this position.

During my internship with Ashland Inc. in Bangor, ME, I worked with a team of 3 othermembers testing, analyzing and promoting Ashlands chemicals to the mill managers and

workers at the Verso PaperBucksport and Sappi Fine PaperSkowhegan paper mills. I was

able to help my team members perform testing trials on the paper machines, analyze the results

and present the data to the managers, workers and contractors of the mills. Because I was atechnical sales intern, I was able to improve my professional persona through communication

with my team members and interaction with the customers.

While attending the Pennsylvania State University, I gained a wide range of knowledge from my

general chemical engineering classes. To enhance my knowledge further, I was able to enroll in

a Chemical Process Safety course where I was able to comprehend and develop process control

diagrams. This is a skill I was able to utilize while working at NAVSEA where I was given aprocess control diagram and asked to update it with the new system.

Please find my enclosed resume for more details on my engineering experiences, education andleadership within the university. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this position with

you further and arrange for a future interview. You can reach me any time on my cell phone,

(856) 296-9793, or my email at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Megan J. Kraus
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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MEGAN J. [email protected] (856) 296-9793

OBJECTIVE To obtain a full-time chemical engineering position as Project Engineer with Metso

Automation beginning summer 2013

EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA

Anticipated Graduation: May 2013GPA: 2.98/4.00

ENGINEERING Water Technologies Sales Intern Summer 2012

EXPERIENCE Ashland Inc, Bangor, ME

Briefed paper mill supervisors and managers trial outcomes and necessity forAshlands chemicals and resources

Tested Ashland chemical products within Verso, Bucksport & Sappi FinePaper, Skowhegan paper mills; tested machine efficiency to ensure optimal

production

Worked with a team and analyzed multiple chemical trials to identifyopportunities to improve paper machine effectiveness and material

production quality

Engineering Aid Summer 2011

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division; Philadelphia, PA

Performed tests with Catalyst Test Reactor; analyzed results to investigate andevaluate catalyst used in submarine CO burners

Tested cooling system efficiency in Low Pressure Electrolyzer used to make oxygen Investigated cause of freezing within the muffler diffuser in arctic conditions of

USS New Hampshire submarine; examined means of elimination and prevention

Attended weekly status meetings, counter intelligence briefings; volunteered atIntelligent Ships Symposium in May 2011

Program Analyst Summer 2010

McKean Defense Group, LLC, Philadelphia, PA Worked as Naval Surface Warfare Center CD contractor in Philadelphia Navy Yard Aided code 926 with multiple tests within the Submarine Life Support branch

LEADERSHIP Mentor, Penn State Women in Engineering Program Orientation 2011 - 2013

Mentor 15 first-year engineers throughout the academic year Facilitate students academic and career goalsSociety of Women Engineers [Penn State Chapter] 2010-Present

Vice President of Student Relations (2012-13) Secretary(2011-12) Director of Communications (2010-11)

SOFTWARE Solidworks Labview Hysys Mathematica

INVOLVEMENT Career Envoy, Penn State Engineering Career Services & Employer Relations 2010-Present

Leader, Penn State WEP Girl Scout Saturday Outreach, 2009-Present

Mentor, Penn State Engineering House, 2010-11

Member, Penn State THON Rules and Regulations Committee, 2010-11

Team Player, Penn State Intramural Sports (Soccer & Flag Football) 2009-Present

Campus Address: 255 S. Atherton Street, Apt 404, State College, PA 16801Permanent Address: 107 Tarlton Ct, Delran, NJ 08075


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255 South Atherton Street

Apartment 404State College, PA 16801

September 23, 2012

Rockwell Automation

6400 West Enterprise Drive

Mequon, WI 53092

Dear Sir or Madam:

Im writing to you to inform you of my interest for the Industrialization Engineer position at

Rockwell Automation. I learned about this job opening through your careers website and have

taken the necessary steps to apply online. After looking through the responsibilities of the job, I

feel that my technical background and leadership activities more than qualify me for thisposition.

While attending the Pennsylvania State University, I gained a wide range of knowledge from my

general chemical engineering classes and design projects. To enhance my knowledge further, I

was able to enroll in a Chemical Process Safety course where I was able to comprehend and

develop process control diagrams. I also procured valuable leadership experience through theSociety of Women Engineers as the Director of Communications, Secretary and Vice President

of Student Relations. Within these leadership positions, I was responsible for organizing events,

promoting professional development, mentoring underclassmen academically and professionally,and maintaining the structure of the organization.

I have had the opportunity to gain valuable working experiences within industry and government

as well. While working at NAVSEA, I was given the opportunity to help start up a new testingapparatus with the Catalyst Test Reactor. Some of my responsibilities were to help program the

process in Labview and update the process flow diagrams with added safety controls to ensure

the approval from the safety departments. I can apply these skills to any new projects thatRockwell is currently working on or plan to work on in the future.

Please find my enclosed resume for more details about my leadership activities, engineeringexperiences, and education. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this position with you

further and arrange for a future interview. You can reach me any time on my cell phone, (856)

296-9793, or my email at [email protected].

Sincerely,

Megan J. Kraus
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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MEGAN J. [email protected]

(856) 296-9793

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a full time position within the field of chemical engineering with Rockwell

Automation beginning summer of 2013.

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PAAnticipated Graduation: May 2013

GPA: 2.98/4.00

SOFTWARE: Solidworks Labview Hysys Mathematica

LEADERSHIP: Penn State Women in Engineering Program Orientation 2011 - 2012

Mentored 15 freshmen women engineers during a 3-day orientation program at Penn State Facilitated discussion during their design projectPenn State Chapter of the Society of Women Engineers 2010-Present

Vice President of Student Relations(2012-2013) Secretary(2011-2012) Director of Communications (2010-2011)

ENGINEERING: CEDE Shop Assistant Spring 2011 - Present

EXPERIENCE: Center for Engineering Design & Entrepreneurship Penn State

Enforced compliance with safety rules for EDSGN 100 classes of 50+ students Trained undergraduate students using machinery in the shop Maintained a safe and clean workspace for all trained students to useWater Technologies Sales Intern Summer 2012

Ashland Inc, Bangor, ME

Tested the efficiency of the paper machines at the Verso Bucksport and Sappi Skowhegan papermills to ensure good production

Analyzed the results from the different chemical trials to find a means of improvement in thepaper machines effectiveness as well as the quality of the materials being produced

Engineering Aid Summer 2011

Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division; Philadelphia, PA

Investigated the cause of freezing within the muffler diffuser in arctic conditions of theUSS New Hampshire submarine as well as examined a means of elimination and

prevention

Performed tests with the Catalyst Test Reactor and analyzed the results to obtaininformation on the catalyst used in submarine CO burners

Tested the cooling system efficiency in the Low Pressure Electrolyzer used to make oxygenEngineering Design Project Spring 2010

EDSGN 100 Sposored by Armstrong

Utilized Armstrongs DC power grid to supply power an entire restaurant Developed ideas to ensure efficient use of the power grid at the lowest possible cost Created a prototype of the restaurant to illustrate the benefits of using a power grid

INVOLVEMENT: Career Envoy, Penn State Engineering Career Services & Employer Relations 2010-Present

Mentor, Penn State Engineering House, 2010-11

Leader, Penn State WEP Girl Scout Saturday Outreach, 2009-Present

Member, Penn State THON Rules and Regulations Committee, 2010-11

Participant, Penn State Intramural Sports (Soccer and Flag Football) 2009-Present

Campus Address: 255 S. Atherton St., Apt 404, State College, PA 16801

Permanent Address: 107 Tarlton Ct, Delran, NJ 08075

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