Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?
description
Transcript of Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?
![Page 1: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?
![Page 2: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Application deadlines are COMING UP!
![Page 3: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Your résumé is your friend
• It reminds you of what you’ve done, when, where, and documents your various skills
• It is often a REQUIRED part of your application
![Page 4: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
So what is a résumé?
• Personal summary of your professional history and qualifications
• A résumé (also spelled “resume”) includes anything a person wants to express about:
• Career goals• Education• Experience• Activities• Honors
![Page 5: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
It is your chance to impress a potential employer in 15 seconds or less
![Page 6: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Do you have to be a ?
Do you have to be an ?
![Page 7: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Be honest
Be powerful
Be concise
![Page 8: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
General Guidelines: KISS
• One page in length
• Simple font: Arial or Times New Roman (10-12 pt)
• Simple, clean paper: – Use 8 1/2” x 11” (letter) paper– White, light cream, or gray
![Page 9: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Basic Sections
KEY: Keep it positive and to the point. There is flexibility in the structure
Source: http://owl.english.purdue.edu
![Page 10: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Contact Information
Include:• Name• Address• Phone numbers• Email address
Robert Wilcox839 King St Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
home: (808) 538-1000 cel: (808) [email protected]
![Page 11: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Contact Information
Include:• Name• Address• Phone numbers• Email address
Robert Wilcox839 King St Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
home: (808) 538-1000 cel: (808) [email protected]
![Page 12: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
Objective Statement (optional)Brief and to the point
Write this first for yourself, so that you know your own career objective.
Then for your resume, modify it to be a concise
statement of what you’re looking to do.
ObjectiveGain experience toward a degree in electrical engineering
![Page 13: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Education: reverse chronological = most recent first
Include:• University attended•Major/Minors• GPA (if 3.0 or above)• Date of program completion
EducationKapiolani Community College Fall 2011-presentASNS Life Science Degree, GPA 3.5June 2013 projected graduation date
![Page 14: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
Experience: reverse chronological
Include: • Educational – summer bridge, etc•Work – peer mentor, etc• Volunteer – Lyon Arboretum unpaid
internship
Be creative with this section by describing and emphasizing your experiences in the most relevant way possible. Highlight TRANSFERABLE skills.
![Page 15: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
Experience: use ACTION verbs!
Action verbs help highlight your transferable skills and experiences.
Example:– Before: worked at Papa John’s– After: coordinated pizza orders and delivery;
responsible for timely service
See action verb handout
![Page 16: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Try it out!
Write down the description for one experience:• Company or organization• Location• Dates• Job title• Description
Experience Kapiolani Community College STEM Program (Honolulu, HI) August 2011- Present Peer Mentor Assisted students ages 16-40 with one-on-one help on assignments in math from algebra to calculus III, physics, and summer research experience (REU) applications.
![Page 17: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Activities: KCC Ecology Club member Holy Trinity Church choir member Honolulu Marathon 2013 volunteer
Activities, Honors, Skills
Skills:Technical: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint),
familiar with Matlab, ArcGIS, proficient in C++Lab: PCR, good sterile techniqueField: ecological surveying experience, plant identification skills
Honors: KCC Math and Science Achievement Award (Fall 2012)KCC STEM START-UP Scholarship (Spring 2012)
![Page 18: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Reminders
• Ultimate goal is to get an interview• Utilize white space (don’t cram)• Employer will only take 15 seconds to
glance at a résumé
![Page 19: Looking for a paid STEM internship this summer?](https://reader036.fdocuments.us/reader036/viewer/2022081514/56816778550346895ddc77a0/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
For More Information
• Look at samples and websites online• http://owl.english.purdue.edu
• Ask teachers and staff for help• Find professional mentors in your field and ask them for
feedback
KCC STEM CenterKokio 202
Aurora Kagawa ([email protected])