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2 Rewrite these sentences using the words and phrases in the right-hand column in the previous exercise. Omit words such as I, if necessary.a. I helped the office staff with computer maintenance.__________________________________________________________________________
_b. I had responsibility for customer inquiries.___________________________________________________________________________c. I used a PC for word processing and spreadsheets.___________________________________________________________________________d. I am familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.___________________________________________________________________________
Before you send off a job resume, ask yourself these questions: Is it well organized? Is it easy to read? Are there any spelling mistakes?
Guide for Writing or Editing Your ResumeCapital Letters:Use capital letters (upper case):
1. at the beginning of a sentence: This is a pen.
2. for names of people, schools, and companies: Fidel Castro; Daegu Boy’s High School
3. for brand names and products: Starbucks; Samsung; Listerine
4. for a person’s title: Mrs. Ghandi; Dr. Winters; Prof. Ozaki
5. for some abbreviations: CEO; M.A.
6. for names of countries, places, and streets: Paraguay; Central Park; Elm Street
7. for the main words in titles of movies, books, songs, and magazines: Jaws; The Man from
Nowhere; War and Peace
8. for the days of the week, months of the year, and special days: Tuesday; Memorial Day;
Christmas; October
Addressess:
Correct Format:NameHouse # Street NameCity, State (or Province) Postal CodeCountry
Examples:Ms. Hyunah Kim
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Degrees and Titles:
B.A. Bachelor of ArtsB.S. Bachelor of ScienceM.A. Masters of ArtsMr. MisterMrs. Married womanMs. Woman (married or single)Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy
3845 Evergreen RoadCambridge, MN 55008USA
Mr. Didier Drogba1515 Blues AvenueChelsea, London 48395UK
Mrs. Noelle MaruskaApartment 13288-8 Gunja-dong, Gwangjin-guJinju, South Gyeongsang Province 143-856South Korea
Choose one of the four jobs.Create your resume and tailor it to the job which you have chosen.
Make sure to use your own experiences.
Galaxy Hotels
Reception staffOrganization: Galaxy HotelsLocation: Rome, Berlin, Singapore
We are looking for people who enjoy working with others, and can communicate in English and at least one Asian language. Successful applicants will be based in one of the locations above and duties will include dealing with guests’ inquiries and organizing hotel events. Training is provided.
APEX Computers
DesignerOrganization: Apex ComputersLocation: California
We need a creative and enthusiastic person to join our award-winning design team. Experience in product design is not essential. The successful applicant will work on designs for a variety of products.
Music Maker
Music correspondentsOrganization: Music Maker MagazineLocation: London, Sydney, Tokyo, Seoul
Each correspondent will be based in one of the cities above and interview visiting bands and musicians. Applicants must be able to write in English and have a wide knowledge of contemporary popular music.
World Aid
Aid workerOrganization: World AidLocation: Tanzania
We are seeking a young individual to work in Tanzania for two years as an assistant primary school teacher. The successful applicant will work at a number of schools and assist local teachers. Applicants should be hard-working and independent. Teaching qualifications are not essential, and the training will be provided.
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Degrees and Titles:
B.A. Bachelor of ArtsB.S. Bachelor of ScienceM.A. Masters of ArtsMr. MisterMrs. Married womanMs. Woman (married or single)Ph.D. Doctor of Philosophy
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