You have read the chapters on résumé writing and interviewing in the textbook and now it’s time to apply it to that job you’ve always wanted. You have worked hard for this moment to happen, so take the extra time to ensure that your message is efficient and persuasive.
For this assignment you will need to locate an employment opportunity that you would actually consider submitting your application. To locate a potential job, look to the company sites, job search engines like
ZipRecruiter
,
Monster.com
,
Indeed
, or
NHjobs.com
. Since this is an exercise, you may select an employment opportunity that is not local, but you need to be qualified for it (on the assumption that you will complete your degree/certificate).
You will need to include a copy of the actual job posting, your resume, and a cover letter that has been designed specifically for this position. Return to the textbook for advice, direction, and templates that you can use for these messages. Remember that the intent of these two messages is to convince the potential employer of the value you would bring the company, but that both messages are intended to not get you the job, but get you the interview where you can sell yourself in person. Pay close attention to using the AIDA Method in your cover letter – you are selling yourself!
When you go to submit the tasks, attach the cover letter and resume like you normally would, but then either add the URL link at the bottom of the cover letter or in the comment section of the assignment.
i have attached sample which one you choose to write
SAMPLE FUNCTIONAL RESUME
SUMMARY
• Executive Assistant with ten successful years providing quality administrative support to
senior level executives and directors. Extensive experience coordinating and overseeing
presentations, meetings, special events and projects
problem-solving abilities with strong background in office management, project
coordination, presentation preparation and staff training. Excellent
communication and technology skills with computer profici
CAREER EXPERIENCE
Administration
• Research, compose and package proposals for funding agencies.
• Coordinate and manage summits, meetings, conference calls and special
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and update Excel spreadsheets for internal
distribution and training.
• Supervise and train administrative assistants.
• Draft and type correspondence, manage reports,
Training and Development
• Prepared and disseminated nationwide training programs for
• Instructed 20+ technical and user personnel in classroom settings throughout the
Northeast.
•
Provided training to clients to administer computer literacy assessments to students
seeking college admission.
Customer Service
• Processed orders and ensured accurate information was distributed and documented.
• Served as a liaison between customers and businesses to ensure the quality of services.
• Coordinated and supervised installations, upgrades, disconnections and relocations of
new and existing clients.
• Prepared tracking spreadsheet via Excel to monitor daily work schedules.
CAREER HISTORY
2002 – 2007 Executive Assistant
2000 – 2002 Program Assistant
1998 – 2000 Systems Training Consultant
1996 – 1998 Customer Service Representative DDD Corporation New York, NY
EDUCATION
Hunter College, New York, NY
• Masters of Arts, Major, Urban Studies (expected date of graduation, June, 200
Metropolitan College of New York, New York, NY
• Bachelor of Arts, Major, Human Resource
SAMPLE FUNCTIONAL RESUME
Nancy Yancy
111-11 111 Street
Queens, NY 11111
(347) 111-1111
nyancy@yahoo.com
Executive Assistant with ten successful years providing quality administrative support to
senior level executives and directors. Extensive experience coordinating and overseeing
presentations, meetings, special events and projects. Outstanding organizational and
solving abilities with strong background in office management, project
coordination, presentation preparation and staff training. Excellent
customer service,
communication and technology skills with computer proficiency.
Research, compose and package proposals for funding agencies.
Coordinate and manage summits, meetings, conference calls and special
Prepare PowerPoint presentations and update Excel spreadsheets for internal
distribution and training.
Supervise and train administrative assistants.
respondence, manage reports, handle extensive travel arrangements.
Prepared and disseminated nationwide training programs for XXX Corporation.
Instructed 20+ technical and user personnel in classroom settings throughout the
Provided training to clients to administer computer literacy assessments to students
seeking college admission.
nd ensured accurate information was distributed and documented.
Served as a liaison between customers and businesses to ensure the quality of services.
Coordinated and supervised installations, upgrades, disconnections and relocations of
lients.
Prepared tracking spreadsheet via Excel to monitor daily work schedules.
Executive Assistant YYY Corporation
Program Assistant AAA Company
ems Training Consultant BBB Co., Inc.
Customer Service Representative DDD Corporation New York, NY
Hunter College, New York, NY
Masters of Arts, Major, Urban Studies (expected date of graduation, June, 200
Metropolitan College of New York, New York, NY
Bachelor of Arts, Major, Human Resources
Executive Assistant with ten successful years providing quality administrative support to
senior level executives and directors. Extensive experience coordinating and overseeing
. Outstanding organizational and
solving abilities with strong background in office management, project
customer service,
Coordinate and manage summits, meetings, conference calls and special events.
Prepare PowerPoint presentations and update Excel spreadsheets for internal and external
handle extensive travel arrangements.
XXX Corporation.
Instructed 20+ technical and user personnel in classroom settings throughout the
Provided training to clients to administer computer literacy assessments to students
nd ensured accurate information was distributed and documented.
Served as a liaison between customers and businesses to ensure the quality of services.
Coordinated and supervised installations, upgrades, disconnections and relocations of
Prepared tracking spreadsheet via Excel to monitor daily work schedules.
YYY Corporation New York, NY
New York, NY
Trenton, NJ
Customer Service Representative DDD Corporation New York, NY
Masters of Arts, Major, Urban Studies (expected date of graduation, June, 2009)
Combination Resume Sample: Accounting
SUZANNE STUDENT
0000 Sac State Lane
Sacramento, CA 95800
(916) 000-0000
astudent@sacstate.com
Objective: To obtain an accounting position with a CPA firm
Education
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Accountancy concentration
California State University, Sacramento, December 2009
GPA major: 3.67 GPA overall 3.40
Honors: Dean’s List
Computer Skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint,Quicken
Language Skills: Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese)
CPA Exam: April 2010
Achievement: Managed a restaurant that has been ranked #1 for three consecutive years
Skills and Qualifications
Accounting:
• Processed biweekly payroll, verified timesheets, for 3-10 restaurant employees
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and procedures obtained in a classroom
setting
• Provided timely and accurate bookkeeping services for private clients’ small businesses
• Verified incoming A/P invoices and paid vendors
Communication:
• Interacted with all levels of personnel in a restaurant from the owner to the servers
• Made several presentations to groups of 50 on the subject of motivation and persuasion
techniques
• Wrote a research paper on American foreign policy and how it influenced the economy
Client Relations:
• Assisted customers in the selection of food items in a Chinese restaurant
• Resolved customer issues by listening to their concerns and offering reasonable
solutions to problems
• Offered excellent customer service to customers with special needs and catering
requirements; e.g., banquets, large parties, specialized food preparation
Work History
Manager, Peking Restaurant, El Dorado Hills, CA 2006-present
Bookkeeper, private clients, Sacramento, CA 2003-present
Waitress, Posh Bistro, Sacramento, CA 2003-2004
Affiliations
Beta Alpha Psi
Sacramento Food Bank
Chronological Resume Sample
Sally M. Sampl
1001 Ram Road Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 555–1234 sallysample@colostate.edu
Summary of Qualifications
• Three years experience in retail management, with specialty in purchasing and floor display
design.
• Utilized strong communication skills in a variety of professional settings.
• Enthusiastic dedication to excellent customer service.
Education
2000-2002 MA Speech Communications
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
GPA 3.6/4.0
1995-1999 BA Anthropology, December 1999
Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR
GPA 3.5/4.0
Dean’s List
Professional Experience
2001-2002 Assistant Office Manager
Department of Speech Communications, Colorado State University, Fort Collins,
CO
Managed departmental supplies budget, oversaw office purchasing and
inventory, overhauled department-wide filing system, supervised part-time staff.
1999 Intern
Sharkey’s Community Grocery Corporate Headquarters, Washington, DC
Assisted company publicist with writing press releases, designing weekly
advertisements, and managing customer databases. Developed research methods
for determining customer preference for shopping hours.
1997-1999 Assistant Night Manager
Sharkey’s Community Grocery, Jonesboro, AR
Purchased, stocked and maintained dairy and ice-cream sections, oversaw point
of purchase display construction, scheduled twenty part-time employees.
Skills
Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Corel Draw, Paint shop Pro, QuickBooks, Oracle Small
Business, basic HTML knowledge.
Special Skills: Thorough knowledge of MMORPG and single-player gaming systems, thorough
knowledge of Internet applications.
BASIC SAMPLE COVER LETTER
Your Street Address BLOCK SYLE-Your City, State Zip all sections
left-aligned
Date
Name of Recipient
Title
Company
NOTE: formal business letters should have margins of
at least one inch around the entire page. These
reduced-size examples do not necessarily illustrate
that practice. Address
Dear Name of Recipient:
I N I T I A L P A RA G R A P H : State the reason for the letter, the specific position or type of work for which you are applying,
and indicate from which resource (i.e., Career Services Center, news media, friend, employment service) you learned of the
opening. Some examples include:
I am writing to express my interest in the position of _______________.
Your advertisement in the ____________ for a ______________seems to perfectly match my background and
experience.
I am writing to you at the recommendation of ____________________.
In response to your job posting for a __________ on your company’s website, I have attached my resume for your
consideration.
If you are seeking a talented, motivated salesperson for your outside sales team, I believe my skills and background
are a good match for your organization.
S E C O N D P AR A G R A P H : Indicate why you are interested in the position, the company, its products or services.
Demonstrate that you have researched the organization by stating something about their mission, latest products, business
ventures, etc. State clearly what you can do for the employer. If you are a recent graduate, explain how your academic
background makes you a well-qualified candidate. If you have some practical work experience, point out your specific
achievements or unique qualifications. Try not to repeat the same information the reader will find in your resume. Refer the
reader to the enclosed resume or application form which summarizes your qualifications, training and experience. Sell yourself!
Convey enthusiasm! Some examples include:
My qualifications for the position include . . .
I believe my background in . . .
I have experience/education in the field of . . .
T H I R D P A RA G R A P H : In the closing paragraph, indicate your desire for a personal interview and your flexibility as to the
time and place. Repeat your telephone number in the letter and offer any assistance to help in a speedy response. Finally,
close your letter with a statement or question which will encourage a response. For example, state that you will be in the
city where the company is located on a certain date and would like to set up an interview.
Some examples include:
I look forward to discussing my qualifications with you further in person . . .
Should you be interested in my qualifications . . .
The sample cover letters included in this
guide illustrate a variety of styles and
formats. All of the identifying information on
the letters is fictitious.
For an interview, I can be reached at . . .
Sincerely,
Your Signature
Your Name
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