Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills

Resume Writing and Interviewing Skills C a r e e r P re p a r a t i o n Dear Students, This packet includes important and helpful tips on creating a resume and preparing for an interview. At some point in your life, each of you will have an interview—whether it’s for a part-time position, college, technical school, the military, or full-time employment in your intended career field. Please read through this packet for it will better prepare

you for such an interview. Each of you will participate in a mock interview and be expected to write a resume. This not only is a graduation requirement, but it’s a great opportunity to improve your career preparation skills. Remember to dress professionally and come prepared (i.e., bring your resume and employment application). Community members will be the interviewers, and they will give you valuable feedback. Please thank them for their time and insight. If you have any questions regarding resumes, interviews, and/or careers, please contact your school counselor. Thank you, The HCPSS High School Counselors Table of Contents Developing Your Resume ...................................................................................... 1-6 Eleven Resume Guidelines ..................................................................................1 How To Write Bullet Statements For Resumes ....................................................1 Resume Words With A Punch! .............................................................................2 Resume Template 1 (for students with work experience) .........................................3 Resume Sample 1 .....................................................................................................4 Resume Template 2 (for students with little or no work experience) ........................5 Resume Sample 2 .....................................................................................................6 Cover Letters .............................................................................................................7 Cover Letter Template ...............................................................................................8 Cover Letter Sample 1 ..............................................................................................9 Cover Letter Sample 2 ............................................................................................10 Generic Employment Application...................................................................... 11-12 Tips For Interviewing ......................................................................................... 13-17 Dressing For Success ........................................................................................13 Top Rules For Interviewing ........................................................................... 13-14 Do You Have What It Takes? ..............................................................................14 Transferable Skills ..............................................................................................15 Common Interview Questions...

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