week 3 resumes
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Resumes and Covering Letters
This week you have your first graded written assignment:
Produce a printed covering letter and resume.
Use the templates and format on the ftp server OA001 Week 3
Bring a printed draft of your resume next week for comments (no presentations next week)
Hand in your final copy for marking in class in the week of October 10th to 16th in class!
YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR STUDENT NUMBER ON BOTH DOCUMENTS
!
Timetable: Week 3 (This week)Sep 19th - 25th
Classification Presentations & Resumes and Covering Letters
Week 4Sep 26th - Oct 9th(1st - 8th Oct holiday)
Resume and Covering Letter reviewPersuasion
Week 5Oct 10th - Oct 16th
Hand in Resumes and Covering LettersSales PitchComparison and Contrast
On the ftp:
• Covering letter template and example• Covering letter guidelines• Resume template• Resume guidelines• Power words• Resume and covering letter checklist• Resume and Covering Letter grading
guidelines• This ppt.
Power Words
Power Words
Power words are synonyms for other words that have strong positive associations
E.g. ‘I have got…’ = ‘I have achieved…’
The meaning is the same but ‘achieved’ has the association of hard work and value
Power Words
Some more examples are:
Regular word Power word
I helped… I assisted…
I made… I created…
I showed… I demonstrated…
I did… I performed…
Power Words & Thesaurus
On the ftp server are 2 lists of power words you may want to use to help you.
A thesaurus (www.dictionary.com has a good one) may help you.
A thesaurus is a dictionary of synonyms and, often, antonyms
BE CAREFUL - If you choose to use a word from the thesaurus try and find examples of it in use to make sure it is appropriate!
Resume and Covering Letter
• The aim of the resume and covering letter is to get you the interview
The Covering Letter
• Always use a covering letter
• Use it to make the employer want to read your resume
The Format of a Covering Letter
• The format is important
• 3 paragraphs (maybe 4)
• Standard professional layout
22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli -national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. After majoring in software design at X University I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company – and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
Prof James Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty
The Format of a Covering Letter
• The format is important
• 3 paragraphs (maybe 4)
• Standard professional letter layout
22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty [sign with a pen here]
Type your name here
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty
A Template and example can be found on the ftp:
OA001 Week 3 Resumes “Template - Contemporary Cover Letter.doc”
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty [sign with a pen here]
Type your name here
Your Details:
1. Your full name
2. Phone number
3. Email address
4. Full mailing address
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty [sign with a pen here]
Type your name here
Date
• This should be the date you will send the letter
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Addressee:
• Name of addressee including Mr / Mrs / Ms
• Title of Addressee
• Department name
• Full company name
• Full mailing address including country
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Greeting and Signature
Dear Mr / Mrs / Ms Sincerely
Dear Sir / Madam Faithfully
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Opening Paragraph:
1. Which position you are applying for
2. Where and when you heard about the job
3. A brief description of your background
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Second paragraph:
1. Introduce yourself and your qualifications
2. Raise:
1. Relevant work experience
2. Relevant research
3. Relevant projects
3. Any private or unofficial quality activities that may be relevant to the position
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty [sign with a pen here]
Type your name here
Second paragraph:
The second paragraph is your elevator-pitch
Use power words and action verbs
Provide quantifiable evidence (increases in revenue, efficiency improvements measurable in % terms)
Each sentence should be directly relevant and provide evidence to support your claims
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Third paragraph:
1. Mention you have enclosed your resume
2. Thank them for their time and consideration
3. Tell them if there is any particular time you will not be able to attend an interview (for a good reason!)
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli -national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company – and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
Prof James Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Signature
Dear Mr / Mrs Sincerely
Dear Sir / Madam Faithfully
School of So ftware and Microelectronics
24 JinYuan Road
Beijing 102600 PRC
Phone xxxxxxxxxxx
E-mail (your e-mail address)
Prof. James Moriarty 22nd September, 2011 Mr S Holmes Chairman Holmes and Watson Security Consultants 211B Baker Street London NW1 6XE Dear Mr. Holmes As a student of software security with 3 years programming experience at a large mutli-national company I am writing to you with regards to the position of programmer, advertised in the Times Technology Supplement on the 21st September, 2011. Having majored in software design I have since [insert summary of work or project experience that will be particularly relevant to the position you are applying for and have undertaken between your graduate degree and attending PKUSSME]. I am currently studying at Peking University School of Software and Microelectronics and I will complete my Masters degree in Software Security in June 2012. During my time here I have [insert important projects or research you have undertaken that will be relevant to the position, or, are impressive demonstrations of your personal characteristics]. During this time I have [insert an explanation as to why your experience has led you to apply for this position with this company Š and the benefits you can provide to the company] I have enclosed my resume and I look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks for your time and attention. Sincerely,
P rof J ames Moriarty Professor James Moriarty
Signature
Sign with a pen here
Type name here
Any Questions?
Your Name
What is Your Name???????
How to Present Your Name: Rule 1
English name or your Chinese name (in Pinyin!), both are ok.
BUT…..
YOU MUST USE THE SAME NAME ON ALL THE DOCUMENTS!!!!!!
How to Present Your Name: Rule 2
The format must be:
Given name + Family name
John Liu Zhao Liu
The Resume
(or “CV” in British English)
Chronological vs Functional
• Chronological - emphasizes work experience
• Functional - emphasizes skills and personality traits
Presentation
• Clear and professional– Logical format– Same font– Well spaced– Correct grammar– Bold and italics used seldom
but consistently– No longer than 2 pages– Looks attractive– Important information is in
the top 2/3 of the 1st page
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/ or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Objective
This should be one or two sentences that explain what you want to achieve from this particular position and how it will be useful to the company
Use power words, active verbs and have a clear goal
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Education• Chronological order
with most recent first
• Degree level and above qualifications only (unless particularly relevant to the position)
• Include core units / subjects / research / projects if they are relevant
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Project and / or Work Experience
• Chronological order with most recent first
• Include company name + dates + city + job title
• Your key responsibilities, (with quantifiable examples) that demonstrate your value to the company (not your team’s or colleagues value!)
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Technical Skills
Use this area to list any certified or non-certified practical skills that will be directly relevant to the position e.g.
• Java - excellent
• C++ - excellent
• Android - proficient
• Word - excellent
• Excel - excellent
• Etc.
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Awards Received
Use this area to list any significant awards that demonstrate an achievement
Include:
• Name of awarding body
• Title of award
• Date
• Brief description if appropriate
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Languages
Use this area to list the qualifications you have obtained or are studying in languages
If you have some language skills that have not been examined you can mention these and grade them yourself e.g. Gaelic - basic
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
English
Are you fluent?
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Volunteer Experience
Use this as an opportunity to demonstrate your personal characteristics such as team work, leadership, social conscience, energy etc.
GIVEN "ENGLISH" FAMI LY N AMES
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Extra Curricular Activities
Sports , clubs and societies
Again, use this to demonstrate your positive personal characteristics and positions of responsibility in a non work environment
OBJECTIVE Type your objective statement here. Remember: it’s about how you can be good for the
company, NOT how the company can be good for you.
EDUCATION Sept 2008 – Present Peking University Beijing
School of Software and Microelectronics Master’s Degree Candidate in Major
Dates Undergraduate University City If part of a school, put that here Bachelor’s Degree in Major
PROJECT EXPERIENCE Dates Company Name City
Job Title Responsibilities - USE POWER WORDS Responsibilities Responsibilities
Dates Company Name City Job Title Responsibilities Responsibilities Responsibilities
TECHNICAL SKILLS Enter Technical Skills you have; use power words! Organize
AWARDS RECEIVED You can list awards in a separate section or with your Education (if short) – include dates,
educational institution, and complete description
LANGUAGES CET-xx; English skills and level (You are NOT fluent!)
List other languages
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE Date Any volunteer experience? Put that here or delete this section
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Date Any extra activities you were involved in during your undergraduate and/ or graduate
studies?
INTERESTS
Interests
Sports, music, hobbies
This area should contain personal passions or interests that you are pro-actively involved in e.g. musical instruments, magic, drama, personal sporting endeavors
Any Questions?
QUIZ Question 2 = umbrellaQuestion 3 = controversialQuestion 4 = What is an elevator pitch?
Finally…
Your Resume / Covering Letter Should Be:
• Professional and well presented (don’t use slang, contractions of words, pretty cartoons etc.)
• Demonstrate how you can contribute to the company (they are buying you!)
• Be custom made for the company and position
• Demonstrate an awareness of the industry and the company
Your 1st Marked Written Assignment! (5%)
• Using the templates and other material from the ftp. produce a printed covering letter and resume
• INCLUDE YOUR STUDENT NUMBER!
• Bring a printed draft to next lesson for comments
• Bring your final copy to the class in the week of October 10th to 16th
Any Questions?
Tasks for next week:
1. Prepare Unit 9 ‘Persuasion’ - Pages 156 - 174
2. Complete exercises:1. Vocabulary Readiness 2. Word Power3. Reading Comprehension 14. True and False5. Technical Terms Reinforcement6. Listening Input Vocabulary
3. Bring a printed copy of your covering letter and resume to class for team discussion
AND NOW…
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