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RESUME GUIDE2013–2014

CAREER SERVICES

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THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA | CAREER SERVICES RESUME GUIDE

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Table of Contents1 Your First Step

2 How to Get Started

2 Assessing Your Skills

5 Create Your Online Brand

6!-!19 Resume Examples

20 Cover Letter Format

21 Thank-You Letter Format

22 References Format

23 Recent UA Recruiter List 2012-2013

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THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA | CAREER SERVICES RESUME GUIDE

“Your resume is one of the most important documents you will create to help you land your first job while in college, that awesome internship, and ultimately, to launch your successful career after graduation. This guide is customized to give you the tools to best present the extraordinary experiences, leadership and academic excellence you gained while at the University of Arizona. Please use this guide and the examples within, plus get expert advice from our Career Services sta!. We want you to have the best tools possible to stand out in today’s competitive job market.”

— Eileen McGarry, UA Career Services Director

Services & Resources

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CAREER SERVICES is committed to providing services and resources to help students and alumni:

Explore and prepare for careers related to their interests, skills and values

Learn about career fields, occupations, and organizations

Develop professional resumes, learn to interview successfully, and research potential employers

Conduct a job search for career experience during college and employment upon graduation

Connect with employers for internships, jobs, and career experience opportunities through Campus Interviewing, Employer Information Sessions, Career Fairs and Employer Panels & Networking Events

Plan for graduate school and professional program applications and admission interviews

Our extensive online resources, exclusively for UA students and alumni, along with our professional career counselors, provide an elevated level of career development support. Online resources include:

your link to all types of full-time and part-time jobs targeted to UA students and grads

with intensive career interest assessments and occupational profiles

with a vast, searchable database of millions of employers, jobs and internship postings

Providing customized career strategies by academic major

with its authoritative and in-depth career and occupational information

featuring an exceptional international employer directory, job listings, and country/industry guides

YOUR FIRST STEP…

REGISTER WITH CAREER SERVICES

www.career.arizona.edu

REGISTER WITH CAREER SERVICES.

Select your

Read and accept the

UA Students may select pay with Bursar’s Account ($5 per academic year)

UA Alumni may select pay with credit card ($20 per academic year)

Complete your in Wildcat JobLink

Select and choose the

that apply to you

Select and upload your

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How to get started

RESUME GUIDELINESResumes and cover letters are important marketing tools designed to present your education, experience, skills, and accomplishments to potential employers looking to fill internships and jobs. Generally, the main purpose of a resume is to get an interview. Resumes may also be requested with applications for admissions to graduate schools and professional programs.

It is easier to write your resume and answer interview questions successfully when you have completed a self-assessment, know what kind of opportunity you are seeking, and have determined what skills and qualifications are required.

There are many opinions on resume formatting, yet there is not one preferred style. Choose what is best suited for you, but always ask someone reliable to proofread your resume carefully for content and format. Formatting consistency, organization, punctuation, spelling and accuracy are very important. Edit your resume carefully and keep it updated throughout college and your career.

HOW TO GET STARTEDThese guidelines provide an overview of resumes, along with example formats for resumes, cover letters, thank-you letters and references. Students and alumni may have Career Services professional staff review their resumes and cover letters.

The basics to create your resume:Begin with a list of your successes, accomplishments, and contributions from past and current experiences.

Identify skills you used in all of your recent experiences, including education.

Next, think about your intended reader. What value will you add? Prioritize your skills, experience, and key attributes and determine the most relevant information they need to know.

ASSESS YOUR SKILLSIdentifying the skills you have demonstrated through your education and experience is important when writing resumes, in addition to preparing for interviews. When creating your resume, emphasize the skills you have which employers seek from all college student candidates, such as academic knowledge, written and verbal communication, interpersonal relationship skills, leadership, working on teams, critical thinking, problem solving, computer skills, initiative and flexibility, in addition to the specific skills in your career field.

To create your resume, begin with a list of your past and current experiences. Use various situations to describe your experiences from college and identify the skills you used in your experiences, including education (classes, team projects), jobs, internships, campus involvement, student organizations, research, committees, leadership roles, and volunteer or community service.

Determine the skills, strengths, competencies, knowledge and personal characteristics you demonstrated during your various experiences. Focus on using the STAR approach to by describing the situation, tasks, actions, and results of your experiences.

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challenges, concerns, issues, problems, conflicts

your role and responsibilities

your behaviors, focusing on skills you used and your competencies

outcomes, accomplishments, contributions, how you were effective

List experiences and identify what you did that contributed to your success.

WHAT DID I ACCOMPLISH?

achieved educational goals and received merit scholarship

led team in senior project designing a weather satellite

analyzed love and betrayal themes in 18th century Italian opera

planned meetings and managed budgets

coordinated marketing campaign to register students to vote

conducted study on effectiveness of water treatment system

demonstrated customer service and merchandising skills

trained staff of volunteers to teach AIDS prevention workshops

assisted professor in research on aging process of fruit flies

RESUME HEADINGS might include (not an exhaustive list of categories):

CONTACT INFORMATIONStart with your formal name on the top line followed by your mailing address. If you are near graduation, you might include your current college and permanent addresses. Include your telephone number and email address. (You may include your professional website, LinkedIn account address and/or your QR code.)

OBJECTIVEObjectives not on what you hope to gain. Objectives indicate to the reader the job title or type of position you are seeking and may include your key skills. Keep objectives short and concise. Objectives are optional but recommended for most college students.

To obtain a public health position in prevention and outreach services to utilize knowledge of epidemiological principles and health education, with data analysis skills

Seeking aerospace engineering internship with emphasis in design and testing

EDUCATIONThe education category is primarily used for the degree information. Students often include projects, classes, grades, honors and scholarships if appropriate.

List the name, city and state of the colleges where you have received or will receive a degree, including the formal degree name, majors, minors, and graduation month and year.

The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona Bachelor of Arts in English, December 2015

Providing your GPA is optional, although GPAs of 3.0 and higher are generally included for recent college graduates. List GPA as: 3.6, 3.67, or 3.6/4.0. Be accurate. You may be asked to verify GPAs by providing official copies of all your college transcripts.

The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona B.S. in Physiology, Chemistry Minor, August 2014 GPA: Physiology 3.5, Chemistry 3.6, Cumulative 3.6

You may select a few courses that focus on your academic preparation and skills. Avoid including courses that are assumed or offer no relevant information to the reader.

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science, May 2014 Dietetics Emphasis

Selected Courses: Diet Therapy, Nutritional Education and Counseling, Metabolic Biochemistry, General and Organic Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy and Physiology

You may include team class projects, individual class projects, academic research, thesis topics, and any academic experience that demonstrates your skills and knowledge.

Researched, designed, and constructed a satellite with team of six engineering students. Wrote project technical report. Coordinated team presentation for faculty and NASA engineers. Team won third place on Senior Design Day.

Created strategic marketing plan for Tucson to promote downtown economic growth.Conducted analysis of social media effectiveness in 2012 presidential political campaign.

Information may be listed for college who excelled academically (GPA,

class ranking, academic honors) and to indicate leadership positions and active involvement in school or community organizations related to your career field. By the junior year of college, high school information is usually omitted from resumes.

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Music: Performance, May 2017

Sahuaro High School, Tucson, AZ Graduated with Honors, 3.9 GPA, May 2013

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SKILLSYou might list your skills in a separate skills category, in addition to also incorporating the skills you used into your experience descriptions.

Skills Examples:germination, planting and growing, plant

cropping, irrigation systems, nutrient delivery and management, greenhouse maintenance, market and price analysis.

ArcGIS, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express, Final Draft, Photoshop Elements 8, Quattro Pro, Corel Graphics, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.

Subsurface Hydrology and Fluid Dynamics, Hydrologic Transport Processes, MATLAB, MT3D,

market research, statistical analysis, brand development, logos, copywriting, marketing proposals, press releases, use of social media for promotions.

knowledge of epidemiological principles, data analysis, infectious diseases, social and behavioral determinants of disease, health education models, technical writing.

Cadence and Allegro Design Tools, Pro/E,

Java Object Databases, Computer Architecture, Digital Logic Design.

EXPERIENCEList experience in , starting with your most recent position first. Include your position title, name of employer, city, state, and dates by month and year.

Focus on including jobs, internships, co-ops, and unpaid experience where you gained job skills (e.g., club leader, volunteer and community service).

If your experience is not directly related to your career field, focus on transferable skills that would be useful to any career field. For example, if you worked as a restaurant server, the transferable skills include customer service, teamwork, sales, and training staff.

Use bullets to provide a description of your experience. Write in short phrases, using key word nouns and action verbs to describe your responsibilities and to highlight your skills, knowledge and accomplishments. Avoid using pronouns (I, me, my).

Experience examples: San Francisco, CA

Management Trainee Intern, June-August 2013Completed training program in sales, inventory control and customer service.Worked with a team of seven to efficiently manage inventory of 200 vehicles.Provided quality customer service and consistently achieved monthly sales goals.

May-August 2012 Arizona Opera, Phoenix, Arizona

Wrote press releases to promote performances and fundraising campaign.Compiled artist materials and biographies for program brochures and website.Assisted with copywriting, correspondence, database management and media buying.

, January-June 2013 Pima County Attorney’s Office, Tucson, AZ

Prepared case summaries for attorneys by compiling witness, defendant, and victim statements to police and police reports for pending court cases.

Tucson Water, May-July 2013Monitored groundwater conditions in Tucson Basin.Collected water levels and groundwater samples and noted well and basin conditions.Maintained network of remote data loggers and pressure transducers.Analyzed data from artificial recharge basins to help optimize basin management.

LEADERSHIP AND CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT examples: Career-related skills can be developed and demonstrated through involvement with campus and community organizations. Identify your leadership roles, committee service, or participation as an active member through attending meetings and events of each organization.

Describe your role: member, project lead, volunteer, advocate, captain, coach, mentor, facilitator, club chair, coordinator, event planner, president, treasurer, etc.; focusing on your tasks, skills, and accomplishments.

, College of Science University of Arizona

Represented college at university recruitment events for prospective students.Presented information about college and university to students and parents.Demonstrated teamwork, event planning, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.

Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Omicron Chapter, University of Arizona

Maintain chapter standing by coordinating program activities in accordance with National Office and Eller College standards and by reporting all chapter activities each semester.

August 2012 University of Arizona

Coordinated camp for freshmen by training and supervising 15 student leaders.

, 2011-2013 ASUA Student Government, University of Arizona

Directed field operations for three years for the largest student-run carnival in the nation.Ensured guest safety and oversaw budgets for operational costs.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE AND VOLUNTEER examples:

Accra and Kumasi Regions, Ghana, June-July 2013

Developed knowledge about eye health and healthcare in a developing country.Assisted with visual acuity screening and patient intake in a rural clinic.Observed surgeries and supported work performed by local physicians.

August 2012 - May 2013Compiled background research theories used for multiple projects, including the Water Supply and Purification Project and the Rainwater Catchment System.

Tucson, AZ, August-November 2012Created wind chimes to inspire and motivate community members with kindness.

administerArcGISauditconflict resolutioncost accountingcryogenicscustomer serviceeconometric modelingfeasibility studyfinancial analysis

hydrometeorologyinterpretlean manufacturinglesson plansmarket proposalsoscilloscopesoutside salespalliative carepress releasesproject management

recruitremote sensingresearchstrategic planningsupervisesystem analysisteam leadertechnical writertranslate

achieveadministeradviseanalyzeappraiseassessauditbalancebudgetcalculateclarifycollaboratecommunicatecompilecompleteconductconstructcontributecooperatecoordinatecounselcreatecustomizedecreasedelegatedemonstratedesigndevelop

distributedirectdocumentediteducateelicitenforceengageengineerenhanceenrichestablishevaluateexcelexpediteexplainfacilitatefinancegenerateguideidentifyimplementimproveincreaseinfluenceinitiateinstallinstruct

introduceinvestigatelaunchleadmaintainmanagemarketmaximizemediatementormodelmonitornavigatenegotiateobserveoperateorganizeoverseeparticipateperformpioneerplanpostulatepreparepresentproduce reviewprogrampromote

publicizereconcilerecruitreinforcerepresentresearchresolveschedulescreensellservesolvestandardizestreamlinestructuresupervisesupportsystematizeteachtraintransformtutorupdateupgradeutilizevalidateverifywrite

Use action words to highlight skills:

Use key words to indicate specific skills and knowledge:

SUBMITTING RESUMES AND LETTERSWhen applying for positions, send original cover letters with your resume, tailored to each job description and employer.

To submit a resume and cover letter on an employer’s website, carefully follow their specific instructions. Online resume and letter submission processes vary.

To email a resume and letter, provide the letter as the message of your email and also attach your resume and cover letter as clearly labeled PDF files.

Label emailed PDF attachments with your name: MorganJacksonResumeandLetter.docx

To apply by mail, print your resumes and letters on white laser print 24 pound weight paper and use a 9” x 12” envelope. Do not fold or staple resumes or letters.

CREATE YOUR ONLINE BRANDTraditionally, resumes have often been the first impression recruiters have had of a candidate. Today, increasing technologies allow you to also market yourself online. Savvy job seekers incorporate social media into their job search strategies.

The benefits of social media include networking, researching employers, finding job openings, and creating a professional presence online. You may want to use Google Profiles to manage your online identity, including information posted on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, groups, blogs, YouTube, etc.

LinkedIn is a professional networking tool you might use to enhance your job search by establishing your online presence and increasing your connections with professionals. Complete a profile, the professional summary, include your resume, and add a professional photograph. This tool lets you research employers, find job leads, connect with UA alumni and professional groups. You may include your LinkedIn account link on your resume.

Key information from your resume should be included as you build your online brand. Be sure to be consistent across all the platforms you use.

Manage your online presence so that it is professional and appropriate for employers and others to view. Assume that what you share online will be evaluated by employers and others. Effectively developing and monitoring your online brand as a professional can help set you apart from the competition.

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Resume Examples

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DIERA DARLING 520.621.2588 darling@arizona

University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona

Bachelor of Science in Retailing and Consumer Sciences, December 2013 Business Administration Minor

Target Case Study: Worked with team of 7 students to create a strategy for increasing apparel sales. Recommended modifications in visual merchandising and store fixtures. Projected costs of changes and outlined the benefits in a report presented to managers.

RETAIL WORK EXPERIENCE

The TJX Companies, Planning and Allocation Intern, Framingham, MA May-August 2013 • Analyzed weekly reports and trends to strategize shipments for over 1,000 stores. • Planned and presented a SWOT analysis for the Infants and Toddlers Department. • Created cost comparison analysis for 15 vendors bidding for business with TJX. • Attended discussions and job shadows with product development teams for infant clothing.

The Gap Inc., Old Navy Merchandising Intern, San Francisco, CA June-August 2012

• Reviewed, analyzed, and reported weekly statistics to assist with sales and inventory planning. • Participated in operations meetings with teams from supply chain, finance, and merchandising.

CAMPUS LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE

Black Retail Action Group, Coordinator, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ October 2012 • Oversaw a fashion show on a minimal budget to raise $5,000 in funds for student projects. • Secured donated dresses and accessories from 7 vendors. • Coordinated videographers, photographers, venue, and make-up teams for 25 models.

Credit Wise Cats, Member, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ January-December 2012

• Developed and presented workshops on financial management for high school students. • Taught students about spending plans, savings, credit cards, and credit reports.

Vive Peru, Social Work Volunteer, Trujillo, Peru June-August 2011

• Volunteered with nonprofit organization providing aid to Peruvian communities. • Used Spanish fluency skills to teach nutrition and math classes for girls in an orphanage.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Yoga for Any Body, Founder/Teacher, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ March 2012-present • Worked with a student team to create adaptive yoga class for students with physical disabilities. • Wrote and received a grant from Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. • Currently teach 32 students in weekly Yoga for Any Body classes.

Admissions Office, Student Recruiter, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ August 2012-May 2013

• Assisted high school seniors with university application and admission process. • Managed data utilizing UA operating systems including SIS, COSMOS, Matrix and UAccess.

Rank order your resume categories to emphasize your most relevant experience first.

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ERICA ENGINEER eengineer@arizona 503.345.6789 College Address: 6428 Itsadryheat Rd., Tucson, AZ 85711 Permanent Address: 758 Rainforest Ave., Portland, OR 97201 LinkedIn Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/erica-engineer/xx/xxx/xxx CAREER OBJECTIVE: Seeking biomedical engineering internship to utilize research and technical skills. EDUCATION The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering, December 2014 Focus on Biomechanics, Chemistry Minor, Cum. GPA 3.6 Senior Design Project: Working with a cross disciplinary team of 6 students to design and build a portable incubator for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST), following industry standards. Courses: Biosystems Thermal Engineering, Biosystems Analysis and Design, Biomechanical Engineering, Translational Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Human Anatomy and Physiology. Technical Skills: TruBio DV Bioprocess Control Software, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS Simulation Software, QuickSlice, ProE/Wildfire 4, micro-computed tomography, MATLAB, Google Docs, Arduino Software, Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction, DNA extraction, Visio. UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Research Assistant, Orthopedic Research Laboratory, May 2013-present • Apply cell culture techniques regarding feeding, passaging, counting, freezing, and cell extractions

to maintain cell lines and conduct tissue engineering research. • Design and analyze tissue engineering scaffolds using SolidWorks, QuickSlice, ANSYS, and microCT. • Use immunohistochemistry, light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, and scanning electron

microscopy to analyze cell behavior on scaffolds after culturing. Research Assistant, Infectious Disease Research Core, Bio5 Institute, January-May 2013 • Investigated rapid-diagnostic techniques to advance patient diagnosis and treatment. • Designed research projects following strict regulatory and quality control standards. INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management Intern, Medtronic, Minneapolis, MN, June-July 2012 • Worked with a team of 12 biomedical engineers developing an accelerated life test system to

determine the reliability of a new implantable cardiac rhythm device. • Observed physician feedback sessions from animal trials with implanted device. INVOLVEMENT Campus: Biomedical Engineering Society, National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, Pride of Arizona Marching Band, Toastmasters International/Catmasters. Community Service: Relay for Life, Project Sunshine, Ben�’s Bells, American Red Cross.

You may include your college and permanent address, email, telephone number, and your LinkedIn profile address.

List technical skills and incorporate them into your related experience descriptions.

Include projects and courses to emphasize academic knowledge.

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ALISHA NEW WILDCAT 520.888.9944

wildcat@arizona 8765 N. Oracle Rd., Oro Valley, AZ 85704

OBJECTIVE

Seeking work-study position to provide customer service and Spanish fluency skills EDUCATION AND HONORS

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Arts in Classics, Art History Minor, May 2017

Wildcat Excellence Scholarship and Presidential Award for Excellence

Tucson High Magnet School, Tucson, AZ Graduated with Honors Diploma, Class Rank 16/298, May 2013

EXPERIENCE

Target, Sales Floor Associate, Tucson, AZ, January 2013-present • Provide excellent customer service using Spanish and English translation skills. • Demonstrate sales skills and knowledge of store merchandise • Assist with inventory and stocking for 6 departments

Tucson High Magnet School, Administrative Assistant, Tucson, AZ, January-May 2013

• Staffed reception desk and assisted principal with special projects COMMUNITY SERVICE AND INVOLVEMENT

University of Arizona, Freshman Class Council, Member, Tucson, AZ, August 2013-present • Coordinate community service and philanthropic activities for students

American Cancer Society, Intern, Tucson, AZ, February 2012-present

• Communicate with patients using Spanish fluency during wig and prosthesis fittings University of Arizona, New Start Summer Program, Participant, Tucson, AZ, June-July 2013

• Developed skills in success strategies, goal-setting, and social and civic responsibility

Tucson High Magnet School, Track Team Manager, Tucson, AZ, March-May 2012 • Set up equipment and assisted coach with scheduling practices

SKILLS

Computers: proficient with Microsoft Windows: Word, Excel, PowerPoint Languages: fluent in Spanish Professional: customer service, communication, teamwork, writing

High school information may be included for college freshmen and sophomores.

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Zelda B. Green 64 Catalina Highway, Tucson, AZ 85710 zbgreen@arizona 520.345.6789

OBJECTIVE: Seeking a wildlife conservation summer internship. EDUCATION

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

B.S. in Natural Resources, Cum. GPA 3.7, December 2016 Wildlife Conservation and Management Focus

Sabino High School, Tucson, AZ Salutatorian, GPA 3.8, May 2012

SKILLS

Fieldwork: data collection and data analysis techniques, remote sensing applications, tree ring chronologies, genomic plant experiment techniques, writing technical reports.

Computers: familiar with ArcGIS; proficient with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign.

Languages: fluent Navajo and intermediate Japanese ability at JPLT N2 Level. FIELD EXPERIENCE

Volunteer, Navajo Nation Tribe, Church Rock Chapter, Church Rock, NM, July - August 2013 • Assisted in conducting field research with team of scientists for uranium clean-up program.

Volunteer, Arizona Game and Fish Department, White Mountains, AZ, May - July 2013 • Restocked Little Colorado streams with native fish species.

Ecological Monitoring Project, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, January - May 2013

• Trapped small mammals to collect data at Saguaro National Monument. • Collected vegetation data using transect lines and plots.

CAMPUS LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT

College of Agriculture Ambassador, University of Arizona, August 2012 - present • Provide campus tours to prospective students and participate in campus recruitment events. • Demonstrate public speaking skills and knowledge of campus programs, resources and history.

Events Committee, Wildlife Society Student Chapter, University of Arizona, August 2012 - present

• Coordinate wildlife and conservation activities and social events for 52 members. Math Tutor, Calculus Workshop, University of Arizona, August - December 2012

• Tutored 30 incoming freshmen in calculus with a team of tutors and a math professor. Senior Class President, Sabino High School, August 2011 - May 2012

• Demonstrated leadership as the leader of the student body and the student council. • Oversaw senior trip and served as master of ceremonies for graduation.

Significant career skills may be demonstrated through volunteer experience and involvement with campus and community organizations.

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IRA D. AUDITOR

520.456.4567 auditor@arizona 987 N. Park Ave. Tucson, AZ 85719 OBJECTIVE: Seeking accounting internship to utilize quantitative and analytical skills. EDUCATION

The University of Arizona, Eller College of Management, Tucson, AZ Master of Accounting (MAcc), May 2014 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting Major, May 2013

Cumulative and Accounting GPA 3.9, Dean’s List every semester; McCord Scholar PricewaterhouseCoopers University of Arizona Case Competition, 2012 Winner

University of Westminster, Global Studies Program, London, UK, May-August 2011 ACCOUNTING INTERNSHIPS

Audit Intern, Deloitte & Touche LLP, San Francisco, CA May-August 2013 • Participated in audit engagement team on site with three clients. • Developed understanding of audit approach, methodology, and tools. • Reviewed accounting procedures and performed tests on systems of internal control. • Conducted analytical review of audit documents and financial statement documentation. • Performed accounting transactions in compliance with GAAP.

Accounting Intern, Arizona State Museum, Tucson, AZ May-August 2012

• Supported accounting process for expense and revenues of operations. • Processed accounts payable/receivables and bank reconciliations. • Assisted manager with not-for-profit and grant-based accounting procedures.

CAMPUS LEADERSHIP

Treasurer, Beta Alpha Psi August 2012-May 2013 • Managed $8,000 budget and served with officers to plan and coordinate chapter events.

Funds Room Supervisor, Spring Fling May 2011-April 2013

• Managed daily cash flow for student-run carnival which raises funds for student clubs.

Eller Ambassador August 2011-May 2012 • Represented Eller College of Management at recruitment events for prospective students.

Residence Hall Assistant August 2011-May 2012

• Managed programming budget and developed educational programs on personal finance, health, diversity, and community service for a diverse residential community.

SKILLS

Accounting: financial/managerial/cost accounting, federal/corporate taxation, audit, accounting analysis of financial statements, profit planning and control, DCF, CAPM, SPSS, STATA. Professional: logical and critical analysis, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication, leadership, teamwork, customer service, project management.

Focus on your

tasks, skills, and

results.

Begin your bullets with action verbs to emphasize your skills.

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LEONARDO Z. SCIENTIST 50 N. Bear Canyon Rd., Tucson, AZ 85711

520.888.1234 scientist@arizona

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a medically-related research position in a laboratory setting to utilize microbiology, chemical synthesis and analysis, chemical dynamics and instrumentation skills.

EDUCATION

University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, August 2013 Minors: Chemistry and Biochemistry

SCIENCE AND LAB SKILLS

Blood Preparation and Immunological Assays: Whole blood processing, PBMC isolation and phlebotomy. Flow cytometry and ELISA of antigen-treated leukocytes.

DNA Extraction and Analysis: DNA and plasmid isolation, restriction enzyme digestion, agarose gel electrophoresis, restriction mapping, DNA sequence analysis.

Scientific and Lab Skills: laboratory safety, aseptic techniques, bioinformatics, thin layer and column chromatography, oscilloscopes, thermal stability assays, PCR, gel electrophoresis, antigen preparation, gram staining, NMR, X-ray Crystallography.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Project on Isolation of Endotoxins from Enteric Bacteria • Localized Clostridium perfringens through streak plate technique and gram staining.

Identified beta 2 and alpha toxins in Clostridium perfringens via PCR and agarose gel electrophoresis. Documented findings in a technical research report.

SCIENTIFIC EXPERIENCE

Veterans Administration Hospital, Laboratory Aide, Tucson, AZ, August 2012 - present • Extract and organize clinical patient plasma samples with T lymphocyte response to

coccidioidomycosis in preparation for performing gamma interferon ELISAs. • Extract CD69 assay results, IDCF titer, and gamma interferon ELISA data from clinical

patients to monitor individual response to antifungal therapy to treat Valley Fever. • Prepare and process blood including PE, FITC, and PerCP fluorescent labeling for flow

cytometry to measure presence of CD69 receptor on activated T lymphocytes.

Moscow Police Crime Lab, Forensics Intern, Moscow, ID, May - July 2012 • Entered data for fingerprint evidence into police database to verify prior latent lifts. • Assisted forensics technicians with chemical analysis of blood and hair samples.

PUBLIC SERVICE EXPERIENCE

The White House, Internship, Washington, D.C., May - August 2011 • Assisted team of researchers for Office of Health Reform in researching and compiling

data presented to Congress on comprehensive health care reform legislation.

Advisory Committee, ASUA Student Health, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, February 2011 • Participated in coordination of a campaign to promote sun safety to prevent skin cancer.

Focus your objective on what you can offer to an employer.

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Vincenzo Del Gatos http://www.vincenzodelgatos.com

520.987.6543 vincenzo@arizona 567 Barcelona Ave., Tucson, AZ 85710

OBJECTIVE: Seeking a film industry internship to utilize production skills and writing talents. EDUCATION

University of Arizona, College of Fine Arts, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Arts in Film and Television Studies, December 2014 Creative Writing and Italian Minors, Overall GPA 3.6

Courses focused on analytical and creative writing about film and TV, history of the moving image, script analysis, editing techniques, sound and art design.

PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Created and produced 8 student drama and comedy shorts. Wrote scripts, estimated costs, operated equipment, directed voice overs, and edited raw footage.

Technical Skills: Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express, Final Draft, Photoshop Elements 8, iMovie, Live Type, Soundtrack Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro CS6, Pinnacle Studios, Mac OSX.

EXPERIENCE

University of Arizona Tucson, AZ Gallery Curator March 2013-present

• Curator for Student Union Art Gallery, Shadowbox Gallery, and Kachina Lounge Gallery. • Plan exhibits, oversee installations, manage artist relations, and oversee $6,000 budget. • Assist with creative marketing strategies and the content of gallery websites.

KUAT Arizona Public Media Tucson, AZ Production Crew Member January 2013-present

• Operate broadcast cameras and teleprompter for newscasts. • Create, shoot, and edit videos about current events for weekly broadcasts. • Digitize and record videos on server for producers and editors.

Arizona Daily Wildcat Tucson, AZ Videographer August 2012-April 2013

• Filmed 21 interviews on variety of subjects and edited packages on Final Cut Pro. Enterprise Rent-A-Car San Diego, CA Management Trainee Intern June-August 2012

• Achieved monthly sales goals, learned inventory control, and excelled at customer service. • Worked with a team of 5 interns to efficiently manage inventory of 200 vehicles.

CineCats Society Tucson, AZ Events Committee May 2012

• Served on committee and assisted with coordination of a student film festival.

In creative and technical career fields, it is common to include your professional website.

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SCARLETT SPEAKSWELL 1912 Hacienda del Sol, Tucson, AZ 85711 scarlett@arizona 520.621.2588

EDUCATION AND HONORS

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, May 2015

Bilingual Certificate Program in Speech-Language Pathology Bachelor of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, May 2013

Family Studies and Human Development Minor Grade Point Average: Overall 3.8, Major 3.9, Minor 3.8; Dean�’s List 6 semesters President�’s Award of Excellence Academic Merit Scholarship Regents High Honors Endorsement Scholarship

CLINICAL AND TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Clinical Assistant, Clinical Assistant Program (CAP), August 2012-present Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

• Assist graduate student clinicians in therapy sessions for adults with severe aphasia. • Aid clients by writing key terms and providing gestures to assist with word finding. • Assist clinicians with data collection during therapy sessions.

Teacher�’s Assistant, Preschool Language Summer Camp, May-August 2013 Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

• Observed clinical therapy sessions and collected video files from therapy sessions. • Assisted with activities to facilitate language in children with Specific Language Impairment (SLI).

Preceptor, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism Course, January-May 2013

• Demonstrated communication skills and subject knowledge while assisting students during weekly discussion sections and office hours.

• Created study guides with practice problems to help students learn complex concepts. • Assisted instructor with grading assignments, quizzes and tests.

Teacher�’s Assistant, Wings on Words Preschool, Tucson, AZ, August 2012-March 2013

• Observed clinical therapy sessions with 3- to 5-year-old children with speech or language delays. • Assisted teacher with designing and implementing educational activities for children to facilitate

development of speech, language, vocabulary, and social skills. Tutor, Think Tank, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, September-December 2012

• Provided individualized tutoring in science and math for undergraduate students. • Assisted students with exam preparation and development of effective study strategies.

Most undergraduates use a one- page resume unless they have extensive relevant experience. A master�’s level graduate student may use a two-page resume to highlight relevant experience.

Include academic experience that demonstrates your skills and knowledge.

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Scarlett Speakswell, page 2 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, Bilingual Phonology Lab, Leah Fabiano-Smith Ph.D., Lab Director, April 2012-present Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

• Assist with research project examining phonological disorders in bilingual children. • Complete English and Spanish phonetic transcription of child word productions from

samples using Logical International Phonetics Program (LIPP). • Maintain organization and scheduling of the labs and testing rooms.

Research Assistant, Speech, Language and Brain Lab, Edwin Maas Ph.D., Lab Director, March-December 2012 Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ

• Administered research experiments and participated in data collection and analysis. • Administered speech and language tests, cognitive tests, and hearing screenings. • Evaluated Auditory Priming, Non-word Repetition, and Mispronunciation Detection. • Administered Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test (PPVT) and Expressive Vocabulary Test (EVT). • Reviewed literature about motor speech planning in children with speech sound disorders.

PUBLICATION

Locks, K. H., Rosen, A. L., and Speakswell, S. Z., (2012). How family dynamics influence speech development in children with autism. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 89, 659-674.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Speech, Language and Hearing: Proficient in evidence-based methods of assessment, diagnosis and treatment for children and adults with speech, language, and hearing impairments. Assessments: Proficient skills in administering standardized assessments: Logical Intervention Phonetics Program, Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation, Expressive Vocabulary Test, Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals Screener, Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test Fourth Addition, Adobe Audition, Praat, TF32 Acoustic Analysis Software, Systematic Analysis of Language Transcripts. Certifications: Basic First Aid and CPR, HIPAA, Arizona Dept. of Public Health Fingerprint Clearance, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative in the Protection of Human Research Subjects (CITI). Languages: Fluent in Spanish, Advanced American Sign Language.

COMMUNITY SERVICE AND CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

Volunteer, Tucson Alliance for Autism, Tucson, AZ, January 2012-present • Participate in annual The Autism Walk to raise funds for autism research.

Key Member, National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA), March 2012-present

• Participate in philanthropic, educational, social, and fundraising projects. Mentor, Mentorship and Advising Program for Students (MAPS), September 2012-May 2013

• Serve as a mentor with Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences undergraduate students.

Include publications and conference poster sessions.

Describe the skills you used and what you contributed from research experience. Include the name of the lab and the director.

Include name and page number on second page.

Describe skills and certifications in detail.

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NANCY TENDERCARE 473 Aqua Caliente Road, Tucson, Arizona 85710 tendercare@arizona 520.555.7777

OBJECTIVE: Seeking Registered Nurse position to provide compassionate and skilled patient care. EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

The University of Arizona, College of Nursing, Tucson, Arizona Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Spanish and Chemistry Minors, May 2013

Nursing GPA 3.89, Cumulative GPA 3.76, Dean�’s List six semesters Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Beta Mu Chapter Arizona Nurses Association Scholarship, Zube Nursing Scholarship

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCLEX-RN) Arizona Exam, Scheduled June 2013 Nursing Skills: Therapeutic Communication, Delegation, Supervision, Palliative Care, BLS and ACLS Certified, Medication Administration via PO, IM, SQ, IV, NGT, OG, EKG Monitoring

NURSING AND CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

University of Arizona Medical Center, Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit, Tucson, Arizona Nursing 150 Hour Preceptorship, February - April 2013

• Provided compassionate nursing care for 6 patients under the supervision of a RN. • Demonstrated prioritization, critical thinking, acute assessment, and clinical/technical skills. • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to provide quality care for acutely ill patients. • Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses, staff, patients, and family members. • Documented care plans and assessments using electronic medical charting.

Clinical Rotations in 3 Tucson Hospitals in 5 Nursing Units, January - December 2012 Medical-Surgical Unit, Tucson Medical Center, 100 hours Pediatrics and Obstetrics, University of Arizona Medical Center, 120 hours Neurological Intensive Care Unit and Intensive Care Unit, St. Joseph�’s Hospital, 120 hours

• Provided care for patients while working within interdisciplinary healthcare teams. • Demonstrated technical nursing competencies with compassionate communication skills.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Flying Samaritans, Member, Tucson, Arizona, February 2012 - present • Travel to monthly medical clinics in Agua Prieta, Mexico to help an underserved community. • Take vitals in triage and provide Spanish translation for patients and doctors during exams.

Angel Flight West, Wing Leader and Volunteer Pilot, Tucson, Arizona, January - December 2012

• Coordinated medical missions for non-profit organization to transport critical patients.

Handmaker Hospice, Volunteer, Tucson, Arizona, October 2011 - November 2012 • Provided compassionate care and companionship for patients at end of life.

Focus on specific skills and related experience in your career field.

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ANTONIO WILL NURTURE 1400 Jungian Circle Tucson, AZ 85711 520.214.1516 nurture@arizona

OBJECTIVE: To obtain a case manager position with a social service agency serving children. EDUCATION:

The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Bachelor of Arts in Family Studies and Human Development, May 2013

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, December 2012

Cumulative GPA 3.6; Regent’s High Honors Endorsement Scholarship

HUMAN SERVICES EXPERIENCE

• Trained and certified in client intervention and behavior management techniques. • Volunteered as a Big Sister and worked closely with a disadvantaged 7-year-old girl. • Assisted with therapeutic preschool in a class for emotionally disturbed children. • Served on national committee to assist sorority alumnae with catastrophic health problems. • Assisted student leadership in discipline hearings regarding grades and behavior violations. • Took patient vitals in triage and provided Spanish/English translation for physicians in medical clinic. • Strong academic foundation in family and human development across the lifespan. • Knowledge of program planning and evaluation with statistical methods and report writing skills. • Provided medical care using technical expertise and compassionate communication skills.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Organized annual fundraiser to contribute money to a national charity and exceeded goal by 25%. • Assisted committee with the organization of a national conference for 1500 attendees.• Oversaw administration of local chapter, including member rosters and new member information.• Demonstrated excellent communications skills as an Arizona Ambassador campus tour guide. • Led and served with a team of emergency medical technicians on naval ships in combat zones.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

• Provided group and individual swimming lessons to children and teenagers. • Volunteered with sixth grade teacher to learn classroom behavior management and lesson planning. • Guided the development of reading and social skills as a third grade tutor for elementary students. • Trained and oriented new EMTs to medical processes and wartime procedures on naval ships.

VOLUNTEER AND EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

• Child and Family Aide, La Frontera Child and Family Center, Tucson, AZ, January 2013-present. • Swim Instructor, City Parks and Recreation, Tucson, AZ, June-August 2011-2013. • Volunteer, Big Brothers & Sisters, Tucson, AZ, January 2012-August 2013. • Arizona Ambassador, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, August 2011-May 2013. • Volunteer, Flying Samaritans, Tucson Chapter, Agua Prieta, Mexico Clinic, January 2012-May 2013. • Tutor, Bonillas Elementary School, Tucson, AZ, August-December 2012. • Volunteer, Maxwell Middle School, Tucson, AZ, January-May 2012. • Emergency Medical Technician, U.S. Navy, 2005-2009.

Skills-focused functional resumes draw attention to skills by function instead of work experience.

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Michael Aerospace 1234 Corlette Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85719

Mobile: 520-555-1112 Email: maerospace@arizona

Country of Citizenship: United States Veterans’ Preference: No Registered for Selective Service: Yes Availability: Job Type: Permanent

Work Schedule: Full-time, Part-time

Desired Locations: United States – AZ – Tucson, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Yuma

Work Experience: University of Arizona 04/2012 – Present Tucson, AZ, United States Hours per week: 20 Student Intern Supervisor: Dr. James Brown (520-621-0000) Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Participating on a ten-member team to research, design, and construct a satellite to be deployed on a Space Shuttle mission.

As the ProE/AutoCAD configuration leader, responsibilities include teaching the team basic use of AutoCAD, the arrangement of structural and internal components, and producing 2-D and 3-D ProE drawings for the satellite.

Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, AutoCAD, ProE (2D, 3D) Honeywell 05/2011 – 08/2011 Phoenix, AZ, United States Hours per week: 40 Engineering Intern Supervisor: Ms. Laura Bishop (480-333-2222) Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Worked on a team to certify a new version of software for the C-130J cabin pressure controller. Prepared all necessary documentation. Tested software and coordinated the software certification processes. Completed a tool qualification of a simulator hosted on a VAX/VMS workstation. Wrote assembly language files to test specific microprocessor operation codes, executed the simulator, and produced an output report that verified that the operation codes were executed correctly.

Education: University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ, United States Bachelor’s Degree, month/year GPA: 3.26 of a maximum 4.00 Credits Earned: 132 Major: Aerospace Engineering Affiliations: American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics - member References: Dr. James Brown (*) University of Arizona/Professor 520-621-0000 [email protected] College of Engineering (*) indicates professional reference

FEDERAL RESUMES require extensive information in many categories on multiple pages, including: Work Experience

• Employer Name • Employer Address • Country and Postal Code • City/Town • State/Territory/Province • Formal Job Title • Start Date • End Date • Salary • Average Hours per Week • Duties, Accomplishments • Related Skills

Education • School or Program Name • Country • State/Territory/Province • City/Town • Degree/Level Attained • Completion Date • Major/Minor • GPA/Total Credits Earned • System for Awarded Credits

(semester, quarter, CEU) • Relevant Coursework • Licensures, Certifications

Job Related Training • Training Courses • Language Skills • Organizations/Affiliations • Professional Publications

For detailed instructions,

see USAJOBS.gov

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JANIS A. TEACHER teacher@arizona 520.123.4567

123 Little Darlings Circle, Tucson, Arizona 85711 OBJECTIVE: Elementary school teaching position to foster the intellectual development of children EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona Master of Education, Teach for Tucson Elementary Program, May 2014

Major: Teaching and Teacher Education

State of Arizona Teaching Certification, K-8 Endorsements: Bilingual, Elementary Mathematics and Science Specialist

Bachelor of Arts in Math, Spanish and Biology Minors, May 2013

National Merit Scholar; Pi Lambda Theta Honor Society in Education TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Student Teacher, Fourth Grade Bilingual Classroom, January - May 2013 Tucson Unified School District, Hughes Elementary School, Tucson, Arizona

• Demonstrated classroom management and effective teaching techniques to promote a successful learning environment in a multicultural classroom.

• Taught 30 students with varied levels of English proficiency. • Created and implemented lesson plans for mathematics and science. • Designed science unit on water conservation as class project for science fair. • Participated in IEP meetings with parents for special needs students.

Field Methods Experience Student, Third Grade, August - December 2012 Marana School District, Roadrunner Elementary School, Marana, Arizona

• Planned and instructed mathematics and science lessons. • Developed lessons under supervision of experienced teacher within state standards. • Served as judge for third and fourth grade science fair.

Preceptor, Physiology 202, The University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, January - May 2012

• Utilized knowledge of physiology with teaching skills to provide clinical presentations and assist students with laboratory and class assignments.

SKILLS

Teaching: Classroom management, lesson plan design, communication and presentation skills Languages: Fluent Spanish, Advanced Vietnamese, Intermediate French Certifications: First Aid, CPR, HIPPA, Arizona Dept. of Public Service Fingerprint Clearance

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Tutor, Strategic Alternative Learning Techniques (SALT), August 2012 - present • Tutor college students with learning disabilities on course content for math and biology.

Camp Flight Director, Pima Air and Space Museum, May - August 2012 and 2013

• Coordinated summer program activities to teach children about aircraft and aviation.

Use reverse chronological order to emphasize your most recent and relevant experience.

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Your Current Street Address City, State, Zip Code Month Day, Year Ms. /Mr. /Dr. /or Director of Human Resources Job Title of Individual Organization Name Street Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Ms. __/Mr. __/Dr. __/Director of Human Resources: The purpose of your letter is stated in the first paragraph. State the position you are applying for and describe your qualifications and related experience in a conversational style. Stay within one page with 3-5 paragraphs. Emphasize what you offer the employer related to what you are seeking. Your letter should persuade the reader to invite you for an interview. Mention the most significant contents of your resume relevant to your qualifications for each specific job you seek. Highlight your education, qualifications and skills. Describe your education, selected courses, team or individual class projects, research, thesis and academic experiences which demonstrate your career skills and knowledge. Describe your career experiences (jobs, internships, campus involvement and community activities) which demonstrate specific skills that are required in the employer�’s job description. Provide specific examples of situations where you demonstrated the skills or work characteristics required for the position you are seeking. Close with a brief summary of your qualifications and interest in the position. State that you would appreciate an opportunity for an interview. Indicate that you may be reached by telephone at (xxx) xxx-xxxx and through e-mail [email protected]. End by thanking the employer for their consideration. Sincerely, your signature in black ink Your typed name Attachment: Resume

COVER LETTERS • Introduce your qualifications and demonstrate your

writing skills and knowledge of etiquette. • Highlight your strongest qualifications in the letter. • Address your letter to the Human Resources Director if

you do not have a contact name.

• To mail your resume and letter, send a signed original letter, printed on the same 8 1/2" x 11" paper as your resume.

• Mail your resume and letter in a 9" x 12" envelope. • To email your letter and resume, place the letter in the

message of your email and also attach your resume and letter as clearly labeled PDF files.

• If you email your letter, move your typed name to where your signature would be on a printed letter.

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Your Street Address City, State, Zip Code Month Day, Year Mr. /Ms. /Dr. Name of Interviewer Job Title Name of Organization Street Address City, State, Zip Code Dear Mr./Ms./Dr.________________: State your appreciation for the opportunity to have been interviewed on _______ (interview date) for the __________ position. You might mention something that was discussed during your interview. Keep the thank-you letter short (generally one or two paragraphs). State your interest in the position and the employer. Highlight your strongest skills and qualifications for the position in a few sentences. Write that you look forward to hearing their decision soon. Close with a thank you. Sincerely, your signature in black ink

Your typed name

THANK-YOU LETTERS • Thank-you letters demonstrate professional etiquette

and your ability to communicate in writing. • Send thank-you letters after every interview. • Mail or email letters 24 to 48 hours after interviews.

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REFERENCES

• Employers request references during the interview process or at the time of application. List your references on a page separate from your resume.

• References may include current or former employers, supervisors, faculty, advisors, coaches and character references who know you well (not family members).

• Obtain permission from each person you list as a reference. Ask people who you believe will

speak well about you and those who know your talents.

• Most business and industry employers request a list of references, not written letters.

• Letters of Recommendation are requested for graduate school and professional program applications, and for teaching or research positions in universities and school districts.

• Writing �“References Available�” is not necessary on resumes because employers expect all job seekers to provide references during the job search process.

• Keep in touch with your references! Give them a copy of your resume, keep them informed of

your job search, and send a thank-you letter when you accept a job!

DALTON S. ALEXANDRIA

16 Sparta Rd., Tucson, AZ 85715 520.987.7654

alexandria@arizona

REFERENCES

Ms. Sarah Saguaro, District Manager Lovely Widgets, Inc.

268 Russian Hamster St. Tucson, AZ 85715

520.123.4567 saguaro@arizona

Dr. Vincent Galaxy, Department Chair

University of Arizona College of Optical Sciences

Steward Observatory, Room 2204 Tucson, AZ 85721

520.987.5432 galaxy@arizona

Mr. Von Magnolia, Vice President

Lake Crescent Credit Union 876 Evergreen Ave., Suite 730

Seattle, WA 98115 206.999.8888 office

206.777.4444 mobile magnolia@washington

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42Six SolutionsA.T. Still UniversityAAA Insurance ExchangeAAA NCNU Insurance ExchangeAbercrombie & FitchAcademy of TucsonAccentureAdler School of Professional PsychologyADP Small Business ServicesAero-Flite Inc.Aerotek, Inc.

AFLACAfniAir Force Flight Test CenterAlcoa Fastening Systems-TucsonAlhambra School DistrictAllegiant AirAlliance Bank of ArizonaAlliance Beverage Distributing Company LLC

Altria Sales & DistributionAmazon.comAmerican Conservation ExperienceAmerican ExpressAmerican Family InsuranceAmerican Medical College of HomeopathyAmerican UniversityAmerican University of the Caribbean School of MedicineAmeriprise Auto & Home InsuranceAmeriprise Financial AdvisorsAmphitheater Public SchoolsApple, Inc.Applied Materials Inc.Arete AssociatesArizona Academy of LeadershipArizona Auditor GeneralArizona Daily StarArizona Department of Economic SecurityArizona Electric Power Cooperative Inc.Arizona Public ServiceArizona State UniversityArizona State University- Biological Design Graduate ProgramArizona State University- Sandra Day O’Connor College of LawArizona State University- School of Social WorkArizona State University- The Design SchoolArizona State University Professional Science Master’s in Solar Energy Engineering & CommercializationArizona State University- School of Public AffairsArizona State University-Department of Physics

Arizona’s Children AssociationArts for All Inc.ASARCO LLCASHRAE Tucson ChapterAshton Tiffany LLCASU Preparatory AcademyAT&TAvanade Inc.

Avnet

AxosoftB/E Aerospace Inc.BAE Systems Inc.Baker Hughes Incorporated

Barracuda NetworksBarrick Gold North AmericaBASIS SchoolsBastyr University

BDO USA, LLPBeachFleischman PCBeckman CoulterBIE-Tuba City Boarding SchoolBloombergBoston Beer CompanyBoston College GraduateSchool of Arts & SciencesBrandes Investment Partners, L.P.Brigham Young UniversityBrown & Brown InsuranceBuckeye International Inc.C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc.California Institute of Integral StudiesCambridge FinancialCamp CanadensisCamp Wayne for GirlsCampus Special LLCCareerbuilder.comCARF InternationalCarnegie Mellon University Heinz CollegeCarollo EngineersCasa Grande Regional Medical CenterCaswill Group Inc.Catalina Foothills School DistrictCB&ICBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.CCDWCH RobinsonChapman UniversityCharles Schwab & Co. Inc.Chinle Unified School District #24Cintas CorporationClaremont Graduate UniversityClaremont McKenna CollegeClaremont School of Theology

Clearwater AnalyticsClifton Gunderson LLPCNH America LLC Cognizant Technology Solutions Collective BrandsColumbia UniversityColumbia University School of NursingConcentraConsolidated Electrical DistributorsConvergysCoolidge Unified School DistrictCopper State Bolt & Nut Co.Creative Testing SolutionsCreighton University School of Pharmacy and Health ProfessionsCrescent Crown DistributingCrescent Electric Supply CompanyCSU FullertonCyraCom InternationalDaiichi SankyoDailyvest.comData Systems and Technology (DST)Davenport Community School DistrictDefense Contract Audit AgencyDeloitte & Touche USA LLPDeloitte ConsultingDepartment of ArmyDex One Corporation

DHL ExpressDick’s Sporting GoodsDignity HealthDillard’s Department Stores

Discover Financial ServicesDoublePositive Marketing Group IncDouglas USD #27Drexel University College of Medicine Office of Professional Studies in the Health SciencesDriveTime

Dysart Unified School DistrictE&J Gallo WineryEarly Warning ServicesEaston-Bell SportseBay Inc.Echo Global LogisticsEdward JonesEES LLCEide Bailly LLPElectrical Consultants Inc.Eller International InternshipsEMCEmergency Medicine Scribe SystemsEmerson - Network Power (MBA Recruiting)Energy Future Holdings

Recent UA Recruiters, 2012–2013

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Enterprise Rent-a-CarEphibianEquity MethodsErnst & Young LLP (Recruiting)Everest University Online ExxonMobilFactSet Research Systems Inc.Farm Bureau Financial ServicesFarmers Insurance & Financial ServicesFarmers Insurance GroupFastenalFederal Bureau of InvestigationFederal Bureau of Prison FCC TucsonFederal Bureau of PrisonsFederal Correctional InstitutionFederal Deposit Insurance CorporationFederated InsuranceFedEx Services (Marketing Planningand Analysis/Pricing)Ferguson, a Wolseley CompanyFIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & MerchandisingFirestone Complete Auto CareFirst Investors CorporationFive Branches UniversityFlowing Wells School DistrictFox Restaurant Concepts

Freeport-McMoRan Copper and GoldFry’s Food Stores (Kroger)Fuller Theological SeminaryFund for the Public InterestFuntastic FitnessGalloway Asset Management LLCGannettLocalGap Inc.GEICOGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems IncGeneral Dynamics Advanced Information SystemsGeneral Mills IncGenSpring Family OfficesGeorge Gervin Prep AcademyGingerbread ShedGlobalTranzGo DaddyGolder AssociatesGOODGottyCodeGovig & AssociatesGowan CompanyGraduate Theological UnionGranite Construction Grant Thornton LLPGreasewood Springs Community SchoolHard Dollar CorporationHarrah’s Ak-Chin Casino ResortHealthTrio Inc.Heinfeld, Meech & Co., P.C.Hertz Rent-a-CarHill Air Force Base

HoneywellHult International Business SchoolIBM (University Recruiting & Relations)iFactor ConsultingImagine Schools

Indian Health ServiceInfincomInsightInsight Global, IncIntel CorporationIntel US College RecruitingInternal Revenue ServiceIsaac Elementary School District #5JacobsJapan Exchange and Teaching (JET) ProgramJBSJCPenney (Associate Recruitment)JDA Software Group IncJim Click and Holmes Tuttle Automotive Team (Tuttle-Click Automotive Group)Jim Walter ResourcesJobingJohn DeereJP Morgan Chase & CoKeck Graduate Institute of Applied Life SciencesKeegan, Linscott & Kenon PCKidsCare TherapyKiewit Infrastructure West Co.Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.Kingman Unified School District #20Kinross Fort KnoxKinross Gold CorporationKinsinger Environmental ConsultingKLA-TencorKnight PiesoldKnight TransportationKohl’s Department StoresKPMG LLPKraft Foods

L-3 Communications- Electron Tube OperationsLa Paloma AcademyLeslie’s Swimming Pool SuppliesLiberty Mutual InsuranceLife Chiropractic College WestLockheed MartinLong Realty CompanyLower Kuskokwim School DistrictMacy’s Credit and Customer ServicesMacy’s Inc.Marana Unified SchoolsMaricopa Community CollegesMarine Officer ProgramsMattress FirmMaxim Healthcare ServicesMaxim Integrated Products (Phoenix Design Center)Mayo ClinicMedix

MedtronicMercerMetLife ResourcesMexicayotl AcademyMicron TechnologyMicrosoft CorporationMidwestern UniversityMINTEC IncMonterey Institute of International Studies Mountbatten InstituteMural ConsultingNalco CompanyNational College of Natural MedicineNational InstrumentsNavajo Agricultural Products IndustryNavigant Consulting, Inc.Neff Rental LLCNestle USANeudesicNew Mexico State UniversityNew York Life Insurance Company (Tucson Office)Newmont Mining CorporationNogales Unified School District No. 1NordstromNorth Star Resource GroupNorthern Arizona University- Graduate CollegeNorthern Arizona University- W. A. Franke College of Business Northwestern MutualNorthwestern Mutual-TucsonNYUOfficeMax, Inc.Opera SolutionsORACLEP&H Mining Equipment IncPacific Office AutomationPacific Scientific Energetic Materials CompanyPanda ExpressParamount Financial ServicesPCA SkinPeace CorpsPearl Harbor Naval Shipyard & IMFPendergast Elementary School District Pepperdine University- School of Public PolicyPepperdine University Graduate School of Education and PsychologyPepsiCo - Warehouse SalesPepsiCo (Frito-Lay Division)Performance Software IncPetSmartPhoenix New Times

Pottery BarnPower-OnePricewaterhouseCoopersPrinceton University-The Graduate SchoolProgressive InsuranceProtivitiProvident Leasing Prudential Financial

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The University of Texas Health Science Center School of Nursing

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