Showing posts with label writing. Show all posts
Showing posts with label writing. Show all posts

Thursday, November 13, 2014

Students: Prepare for a Job Interview

Preparing for a job interview can be very stressful. Make sure you know how to prepare and what to prepare. You're goal is to make a good first impression.

 

Before you go to the interview, research the employer or company website. What is their mission statement? Do they have a Twitter or LinkedIn page? What do you know about this company?


To dress for success, you need a smile, a positive attitude, and professional attire (suit, tie, dress slacks, formal shoes).


Arrive early. When you meet the employer, shake their hand (strong handshake), make eye contact, and introduce yourself.



What happens during the interview? First, the employer will introduce who they are and talk about the company. Take notes! Bring a notebook and pencil. This makes you seem interested and shows that you take the job seriously. Then the employer will ask you questions. Remember to sit with a straight posture, speak slowly, and maintain eye contact. 



At the end of the interview, most likely the employer will ask you, "Do you have any questions for us?" Be prepared to ask at least 3 questions. You should have prepared these questions BEFORE the interview. 




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Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Students: How to Write a Resume







Resume writing is essential to applying for jobs, apprenticeship programs, internships, and college. Below is a step-by-step process on how to write a resume. Download a Resume Sample
What’s included?
  • Header: Name, Address, Phone, Email
  • Objective: 'Summary' of what you're looking for (job, internship)
  • Core Competencies
  • Education, Accomplishments, and Technical Skills
  • Work and Volunteer Experience
 
  1. Write your first and last name
  2. Permanent mailing address (parent/guardian)
  3. Cell phone number
  4. Email (professional) - Examples include gmail.com, outlook.com
  5. YOUR personal weebly portfolio website

These are only examples. Add your own. How would you describe yourself? What do you have knowledge of? What are you good at?

  1. List your high school and anticipated graduation month and year
  2. List your high school accomplishments 
  3. List the program that you’re currently signed up for at Eaton RESA
  4. Add any skills that you've learned from your career program 

  1. Add your past and current employment
  2. Add any volunteer experience (organizations, nonprofits, church/temple)
  3. List ‘key achievements’ for each work/volunteer experience. What things did you accomplish while working on the job? What were you good at? 


*Remember to save your resume and update it as needed throughout the school year.
*Optional: write 2-3 sentences or a 'summary' describing what you are looking for (a job, internship, etc). Insert this paragraph at the top of the page, underneath the header.

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