Develop a résumé and cover letter for a selected job.
Development should include
- a résumé that follows a format specified by the instructor including personal information, educational background, work experience, extracurricular activities and interests, and references.
- an application or cover letter that follows a standard professional format and cites key words relevant to the position.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the main goal in developing a résumé?
- Why is it important for a résumé to be tailored to a specific job?
- What resources are available to students for résumé writing?
- What is an appropriate length for a résumé?
- What are the similarities and differences between an online resume and a printed résumé?
- Why should a cover letter be included with a résumé?
- Why is having good references important?