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TOPPEL CAREER CENTER
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GRADUATE STUDENT SERVICES One-on-one career advising Walk-in advising Practice interviews Online resources Career development workshop series Networking opportunities Career fairs and events
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CONVERTING A CV
TO A RESUME
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OVERVIEW
What is a CV?
What are the differences between a CV and a resume?
Marketing your skills and experience
Creating a successful resume
Major components of a resume
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What is a CV?
Outlines your academic achievements and experiences
Typically focuses on research and teaching experiences, which are major responsibilities of faculty positions within academia
Used most often to apply for: Faculty positions Research-intensive, scientific or clinical positions Fellowships, grants or awards
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What are the differences between a CV and a resume?
Length is variable
Used to construct a scholarly identity
(detailed synopsis) describing your
academic achievements/crede
ntials
Used for job searches within academia and
research-oriented areas
Typically 1-2 pages in length
Used to construct a professional
identity (around skills and
experience)
Used for positions outside of
academia (i.e. business, non-
profit, government, etc.)
Both are used to get an interview!
CV Resume
NOTE: Resumes & CVs should be tailored to the position
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Major components of a resume
Make your resume concise and error-free.
Articulate the match between you and the position.
Market your relevant skills by illustrating them in action.
Leave out references. Make your resume unique
and tailored to each position.
Keep your resume simple and avoid being too dense.
RESUME Remember to…
Contact information Objective Summary of skills Education Experience Professional
membership/leadership Community
activities/leadership Skills Selected
publications/presentations Additional information
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What skills do all graduate students have?
Interpretation and analysis Abstract reasoning and problem solving Research Synthesis of ideas/concepts Communication (verbal/written) Self management, initiative and motivation A questioning mindset Ability to express complex information simply And many others…
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Crafting a successful resume
Find a job to apply to
Do your homework! Research the company or organization and
the general requirements of the position Company website Online articles about the company Know about trends in the field and within that
organization
Read the job posting (multiple times)!
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RESUME REVIEW
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BREAK!
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CREATING YOUR COVER LETTER
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This is your first impression
Introduction of yourself
Your most significant and relevant experiences
A fit between your skills/strengths and the job requirements
A chance to move beyond the resume
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Who to address the letter to? A specific individual within the
organization
A person with the ability to hire you
Dear Mr./Ms./Dr…
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Paragraph 1
Your opening Why are you writing What are you applying to
Grab attention early on
Demonstrate knowledge of organization
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Paragraph 2-3
Tell your story Why this company? Why this position? What qualifications? What experiences? How do you fit?
Provide examples
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Paragraph 4
Closing time- make them want to read your resume
Restate your interest
Keep control if possible
Provide contact information
Thank them for their consideration
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Practice Time!
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INTERVIEW SKILLS &
NEGOTIATIONS
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True or False - Interviews
You should schedule your first interviews with companies in which you are most interested.
FALSE
You do not have to answer questions regarding age, sex, race, national origin, or marital status.
TRUE
Conducting an informational interview can be an effective way to find a job.
TRUE
It is important to discuss salary requirements early in the interview.
FALSE
“Tell Me About Yourself” should be no more than 2 minutes unless questioned further.
TRUE
Avoid eye contact with the interview since it will make the him/her uncomfortable.
FALSE
If you are asked any weaknesses, you should never give any.
FALSE
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Types of Interviews
Screening On-Campus Interviews Preliminary Interviews
Quick Tips Go to a quiet place Speak slowly and smile Have resume and job description in front of
you
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Types of Interviews continued…Hiring Interviews Immediate supervisor/director Panel or Board Interviews Series
Behavioral-based Interviews Experiences, behaviors, knowledge, skills, and
abilities
Quick Tips STAR format
SituationTaskActionResult Download Interviewing Skills Guide on hireacane.com!
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Salary & Benefits - Negotiations
Let The Employer Make the First Salary Offer
Do Not Agree ImmediatelySaying “okay” or “yes” to the first salary offer can leave thousands of dollars on the table.
Know How Much Money You Are Worth & The Job PaysCombined experience plus research the market and costs of living.
paycheckcity.com, Glassdoor.com/Salaries, naceSalarySurvey,
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Activity : Negotiating
Salary & Benefits - Negotiations