Week 3 resumes

Resumes and Covering Letters

This week you have your first graded written assignment:

Produce a printed covering letter and resume.

Use the templates and format on the ftp server OA001 Week 3

Bring a printed draft of your resume next week for comments (no presentations next week)

Hand in your final copy for marking in class in the week of October 10th to 16th in class!

YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR STUDENT NUMBER ON BOTH DOCUMENTS

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Timetable: Week 3 (This week)Sep 19th - 25th

Classification Presentations & Resumes and Covering Letters

Week 4Sep 26th - Oct 9th(1st - 8th Oct holiday)

Resume and Covering Letter reviewPersuasion

Week 5Oct 10th - Oct 16th

Hand in Resumes and Covering LettersSales PitchComparison and Contrast

On the ftp:

• Covering letter template and example• Covering letter guidelines• Resume template• Resume guidelines• Power words• Resume and covering letter checklist• Resume and Covering Letter grading

guidelines• This ppt.

Power Words

Power Words

Power words are synonyms for other words that have strong positive associations

E.g. ‘I have got…’ = ‘I have achieved…’

The meaning is the same but ‘achieved’ has the association of hard work and value

Power Words

Some more examples are:

Regular word Power word

I helped… I assisted…

I made… I created…

I showed… I demonstrated…

I did… I performed…

Power Words & Thesaurus

On the ftp server are 2 lists of power words you may want to use to help you.

A thesaurus (www.dictionary.com has a good one) may help you.

A thesaurus is a dictionary of synonyms and, often, antonyms

BE CAREFUL - If you choose to use a word from the thesaurus try and find examples of it in use to make sure it is appropriate!

http://www.dictionary.com/

Resume and Covering Letter

• The aim of the resume and covering letter is to get you the interview

The Covering Letter

• Always use a covering letter

• Use it to make the employer want to read your resume

The Format of a Covering Letter

• The format is important

• 3 paragraphs (maybe 4)

• Standard professional layout

22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli -national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. After majoring in software design at X University I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company – and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,

Prof James Moriarty Professor James Moriarty

School of So ftware and Microelectronics

24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx

E-mail (your e-mail address)

Prof. James Moriarty

The Format of a Covering Letter

• The format is important

• 3 paragraphs (maybe 4)

• Standard professional letter layout

22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,

P rof J ames Moriarty [sign with a pen here]

Type your name here


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx


Prof. James Moriarty

A Template and example can be found on the ftp:

OA001 Week 3 Resumes “Template - Contemporary Cover Letter.doc”


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx


Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,


Type your name here

Your Details:

1. Your full name

2. Phone number

3. Email address

4. Full mailing address


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Type your name here

Date

• This should be the date you will send the letter


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx



P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty

Addressee:

• Name of addressee including Mr / Mrs / Ms

• Title of Addressee

• Department name

• Full company name

• Full mailing address including country


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Greeting and Signature

Dear Mr / Mrs / Ms Sincerely

Dear Sir / Madam Faithfully


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Opening Paragraph:

1. Which position you are applying for

2. Where and when you heard about the job

3. A brief description of your background


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Second paragraph:

1. Introduce yourself and your qualifications

2. Raise:

1. Relevant work experience

2. Relevant research

3. Relevant projects

3. Any private or unofficial quality activities that may be relevant to the position


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Type your name here

Second paragraph:

The second paragraph is your elevator-pitch

Use power words and action verbs

Provide quantifiable evidence (increases in revenue, efficiency improvements measurable in % terms)

Each sentence should be directly relevant and provide evidence to support your claims


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Third paragraph:

1. Mention you have enclosed your resume

2. Thank them for their time and consideration

3. Tell them if there is any particular time you will not be able to attend an interview (for a good reason!)


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx


Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli -national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company – and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,

Prof James Moriarty Professor James Moriarty

Signature

Dear Mr / Mrs Sincerely

Dear Sir / Madam Faithfully


24 JinYuan Road

Beijing 102600 PRC

Phone xxxxxxxxxxx




Signature

Sign with a pen here

Type name here

Any Questions?

Your Name

What is Your Name???????

How to Present Your Name: Rule 1

English name or your Chinese name (in Pinyin!), both are ok.

BUT…..

YOU MUST USE THE SAME NAME ON ALL THE DOCUMENTS!!!!!!

How to Present Your Name: Rule 2

The format must be:

Given name + Family name

John Liu Zhao Liu

The Resume

(or “CV” in British English)

Chronological vs Functional

• Chronological - emphasizes work experience

• Functional - emphasizes skills and personality traits

Presentation

• Clear and professional– Logical format– Same font– Well spaced– Correct grammar– Bold and italics used seldom

but consistently– No longer than 2 pages– Looks attractive– Important information is in

the top 2/3 of the 1st page

OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the

company, NOT how the company can be good for you.

EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing

School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major

Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major

PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City

Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities

Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities

TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize

AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,

educational institution, and complete description

LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)

List other languages

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/ or graduate

studies?

INTERESTS

Objective

This should be one or two sentences that explain what you want to achieve from this particular position and how it will be useful to the company

Use power words, active verbs and have a clear goal

GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES















EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate

studies?

INTERESTS

Education• Chronological order

with most recent first

• Degree level and above qualifications only (unless particularly relevant to the position)

• Include core units / subjects / research / projects if they are relevant

















studies?

INTERESTS

Project and / or Work Experience

• Chronological order with most recent first

• Include company name + dates + city + job title

• Your key responsibilities, (with quantifiable examples) that demonstrate your value to the company (not your team’s or colleagues value!)

















studies?

INTERESTS

Technical Skills

Use this area to list any certified or non-certified practical skills that will be directly relevant to the position e.g.

• Java - excellent

• C++ - excellent

• Android - proficient

• Word - excellent

• Excel - excellent

• Etc.

















studies?

INTERESTS

Awards Received

Use this area to list any significant awards that demonstrate an achievement

Include:

• Name of awarding body

• Title of award

• Date

• Brief description if appropriate

















studies?

INTERESTS

Languages

Use this area to list the qualifications you have obtained or are studying in languages

If you have some language skills that have not been examined you can mention these and grade them yourself e.g. Gaelic - basic

















studies?

INTERESTS

English

Are you fluent?

















studies?

INTERESTS

Volunteer Experience

Use this as an opportunity to demonstrate your personal characteristics such as team work, leadership, social conscience, energy etc.

















studies?

INTERESTS

Extra Curricular Activities

Sports , clubs and societies

Again, use this to demonstrate your positive personal characteristics and positions of responsibility in a non work environment















EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/ or graduate

studies?

INTERESTS

Interests

Sports, music, hobbies

This area should contain personal passions or interests that you are pro-actively involved in e.g. musical instruments, magic, drama, personal sporting endeavors

Any Questions?

QUIZ Question 2 = umbrellaQuestion 3 = controversialQuestion 4 = What is an elevator pitch?

Finally…

Your Resume / Covering Letter Should Be:

• Professional and well presented (don’t use slang, contractions of words, pretty cartoons etc.)

• Demonstrate how you can contribute to the company (they are buying you!)

• Be custom made for the company and position

• Demonstrate an awareness of the industry and the company

Your 1st Marked Written Assignment! (5%)

• Using the templates and other material from the ftp. produce a printed covering letter and resume

• INCLUDE YOUR STUDENT NUMBER!

• Bring a printed draft to next lesson for comments

• Bring your final copy to the class in the week of October 10th to 16th

Any Questions?

Tasks for next week:

1. Prepare Unit 9 ‘Persuasion’ - Pages 156 - 174

2. Complete exercises:1. Vocabulary Readiness 2. Word Power3. Reading Comprehension 14. True and False5. Technical Terms Reinforcement6. Listening Input Vocabulary

3. Bring a printed copy of your covering letter and resume to class for team discussion

AND NOW…

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Week 3 resumes

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