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Schlumberger is the leading oilfield services provider, trusted to deliver superior results and improved E&P performance for oil and gas companies around the world. CCSE helps students with all aspects of the career and job search process. Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, looking for an internship, or interviewing for your frst professional job, we're prepared to help you every step of the way.
Schlumberger is the leading oilfield services provider, trusted to deliver superior results and improved E&P performance for oil and gas companies around the world. CCSE helps students with all aspects of the career and job search process. Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, looking for an internship, or interviewing for your frst professional job, we're prepared to help you every step of the way.
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Schlumberger is the leading oilfield services provider, trusted to deliver superior results and improved E&P performance for oil and gas companies around the world. CCSE helps students with all aspects of the career and job search process. Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, looking for an internship, or interviewing for your frst professional job, we're prepared to help you every step of the way.
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and improved E&P performance for oil and gas companies around the world. Through our well site operations and in our research and engineering facilities, we are working to develop products, services and solutions that optimize customer performance in a safe and environmentally sound manner. At a glance 84,000employeesof 140nationalities Operatingin approximately80 countries 23researchand engineering facilities worldwide Twin Cities Campus Career Center for Science and Engineering 50 Lind Hall 207 Church Street S.E Minneapolis, MN 55455-0134 Phone: 612-624-4090 Fax: 612-626-0261 http://www.ccse.umn.edu Dear Student, Welcome to the Career Center for Science and Engineering (CCSE). We help students with all aspects of the career and job search process. Whether you are in the process of choosing a major, looking for an internship, or interviewing for your frst professional job, were prepared to help you every step of the way. Students are invited to use our resource room at any time and encouraged to request on-the-spot assistance. CCSE also offers: Career Counseling: Career counselors can help you evaluate your options and plan for your professional future. Counselors can apply their expertise to your individual needs. Career Classes: CCSE offers a semester-long two-credit course with information about majors, felds, hiring trends, internships, the job search process and more. Career Workshops: Our workshop series covers a variety of career-related topics including resume and cover letter writing, interviewing, job search strategies, networking, career fair preparation and more. Career-Related Experience: We can assist you with fnding an internship, co-op, research or volunteer opportunity in your feld of interest. Participate in a summer, semester or year-long position to develop skills and gain valuable experience. Job Search Assistance: Each year more than 150 organizations interview engineering, biological sciences, physical sciences and math students through on-campus interviewing. Visit CCSE to learn more about how you can use on-campus interviewing, career fairs, mock interviews and employer contact information to fnd employment in your feld. Resume and Cover Letters: We can help you to create a resume and cover letter that will grab employers attention and get you an interview in your feld of interest. Graduate School Preparation: Graduate or professional school may be the next step toward your career goals. CCSE can help you fnd information on graduate programs in science and technology or information about professional programs in medicine, law and business. A Comprehensive Web site: Bookmark http://www.ccse.umn.edu to learn more about our programs and connect with career resources. Each time you come into the offce look around and see whats new. Our staff is constantly upgrading and adding services and resources to better serve your career needs. We look forward to working with you! Mark Sorenson-Wagner Director 2 Career and job search guide Welcome Four-Year Checklist 3 Career Planning Self-Assessment 4 Other Ways to Assess Yourself 4 Exploring Your Career and Educational Options 5 Decision Making and Goal Setting 5 Transferable Skills 6 Resumes Resume Writing 7 Power Verbs 10 Private and Non-proft Resume, Example 11 Federal Government Resume, Example 12 Professional Correspondence Writing a Cover Letter 13 Letter of Application Example 15 Letter of Inquiry Example 16 Reference Example 17 Thank You Letter Example 18 Acceptance Letter Example 19 Withdrawal from Consideration Letter Example 20 The Job Search Sending Resumes and Cover Letters (Mail, Fax, E-mail) 21 Job and Internship Searching 23 Job and Internship Search Resources 26 On-Campus Interview Opportunities 28 The Interview Interview Basics 29 Behavioral Interviewing 31 Dress for the Interview 31 Typical Interview Questions 32 Interview Questions Not to Ask 33 Is a Health Profession Right for You? 34 Table of Contents Career and job searCh guide 2008-2009 Career Center for sCienCe and engineering 50 Lind Hall 207 Church Street, S.E. Minneapolis, MN 55455 Phone: 612-624-4090 Fax: 612-626-0261 Email: ccse@umn.edu Web site: www.ccse.umn.edu Written and compiled by the Career Center for Science and Engineering Data provided by: University of Minnesota, Duluth Career Services, Leslie Mulder (UMN graduate student, 2007) Graphic design and editing: Institute of Technology Communications Offce the University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status or sexual orientation. this publication is available in alternative formats upon request. direct requests to the Career Center for science and engineering, 50 Lind Hall, 207 Church street s.e., Minneapolis, Mn 55455, or call 612-624-4090. Printed on recycled and recyclable paper with at least 10 percent postconsumer material. 3 Career and job search guide Four-Year checklist o Visit CCSE in 50 Lind Hall to fnd out what career services are available to you o Take career-related assessments to identify your interests, skills, values and personality style and learn how this information relates to different majors and careers o Browse the CCSE Web site at wwwccseumnedu o Register for I of T 1312: Exploring Careers in Science and Engineering; a two-credit class designed to help students decide on a major and begin planning their careers o Make contacts Get to know faculty, academic advisors and administrators Ask other students about their classes o Get involved Participate in extracurricular activities including clubs, committees, intramurals, or athletics o Gain practical experience by volunteering, working on- campus, working a part-time job, or by working during the summer o Attend career fairs to learn more about various employers and careers Freshman year (self-assessment and awareness) o Explore career felds that interest you Visit CCSE to learn more about resources designed to help you learn about these areas o Gain frst-hand knowledge by job shadowing or conducting informational interviews with people working in your feld of interest o Decide on a major and schedule a meeting with an academic advisor to familiarize yourself with course requirements and deadlines o If you are still undecided about your major, enroll in I of T 1312: Exploring Careers in Science and Engineering o Participate in activities and leadership experiences that will strengthen your resume Consider joining the professional group affliated with your major or participating in a research project o Open a student GoldPASS account by visiting wwwgoldpassumnedu If possible, participate in a summer internship or research experience o Begin exploring graduate schools Select up to fve institutions that have graduate programs of interest to you o View an online resume writing workshop and write the frst draft of your resume Sophomore year (exploration and identifcation) o Participate in the on-campus interviewing program available through CCSE Start looking at internship opportunities in the GoldPASS database as soon as you arrive on campus (note: many science and engineering interviews occur from mid-September to early November) o Participate in a credit or no-credit internship, co-op, research or volunteer opportunity o Prepare a resume and cover letter o Attend as many CCSE programs as possible including workshops, career fairs and networking events o Check with your academic advisor on progress toward graduation requirements o Investigate graduate and professional schools with a career counselor If needed, begin the application process o Request information on fellowship programs that will support your graduate study o Assume leadership roles in campus and professional activities o Report any internship or co-op offers to CCSE Junior year (preparation and investigation) o Do all the things you missed on the checklist so far o Complete the course requirements of your major o Update your resume and cover letter o If you intend on working immediately after graduation, participate in on-campus interviewing starting in September o If you intend on attending graduate school, request and submit applications in early fall semester Speak to professors early to see if they are willing to write letters of recommendation o Write your personal statement and have it critiqued by CCSE o Apply for fnancial support (loans, fellowships and assistantships) within your discipline o Visit institutions if you can Meet with faculty, graduate students, and administrators o Report any job offer or graduate school admission offers to CCSE Senior year (implementation and job search) 4 Career and job search guide T he frst step in planning your career is fnding out about yourself Most people think they know themselves fairly well, but when confronted with the need to make choices, they may lack the clarity necessary to fnd a career that matches their interests, abilities and values During the process you will: Evaluate your career and educational options based upon your own characteristics, paving the way for a more informed and satisfactory career choice Prepare to market yourself to potential employers and/or graduate schools Self-assessment The following are introductory self-assessment exercises designed to help you identify and organize information about yourself Complete these exercises and discuss your responses with a career counselor, family member, faculty member, or friend 1 Identify 10 activities you love to do Mark with an asterisk those items which you would like to include in your career How might you use these activities in a career? 2 Complete the transferable skills activity on page 6 of this booklet 3 List the 10 most important skills youve used in past and current experiences To help identify your skills, refer to the list on page 6 4 List and rank the 10 skills you most enjoy using Which skills appeared on both lists? 5 Identify your academic strengths and list courses in which you have done well What tasks do you feel that you are competent or do very well, for example, writing papers, taking essay tests, summarizing written materials, working with numerical fgures, participating in or leading group discussions, etc? 6 What magazines, journals or newspapers do you read regularly? Do you see any connection between your leisure activities and interests and any future plans? 7 Read the following list of career values Rank order the list from 1-16 Use 1 as most important ___ Job security ___ Intellectual tasks or problem solving ___ Receiving training and supervision ___ Creativity ___ Working with your hands ___ High salary ___ High sense of achievement ___ Self-development ___ Working with people ___ Independence ___ Routine activity ___ Variety ___ Working in a friendly environment ___ Physical activity ___ Leadership ___ Advancement 8 Identify your immediate job needs Relocation. Is it required? Likely? Necessary to advance? Travel.Isitrequired?Howoften? Work schedule. Consider the number of hours in a typical work week Will it change after a few years? How fexible are you? How will you balance your work life and personal life? Salary. Calculate how much money you need. List your anticipated expenses, for example, rent, utilities, furniture, transportation, food, phone, clothing, entertainment, college loans, insurance, etc Benefts.Considervariousorganizationsmedical, dental, retirement, proft sharing, and vacation benefts Whats important to you? other ways to assess yourself Make an appointment with a career counselor to discuss your interests, plans, and/or concerns Participateinadditionalself-assessmentactivities available in the Career Center for Science and Engineering and talk to a career counselor about the results Enroll in I of T 1312: Exploring Careers in Science and Engineering career planning 5 Career and job search guide Attendcareerworkshops. Makecareerdevelopmentapriority. exploring your career and educational options Once you have completed your self-assessment your next step is to explore occupations You can then make decisions about which careers best ft your interests, values, skills and abilities There are four basic ways to explore your career options: 1 Read about careers 2 Listen to talks or presentations about careers 3 Talk to people about their careers 4 Secure a job, cooperative education position, volunteer experience, or an internship The following suggestions may assist you in your career exploration: Attendcareerandjobfairs. Read written career information available in the Career Center for Science and Engineering Participateincareerworkshopsandprograms. Try out a career by obtaining a part-time and/or summer job consistent with your interests Performvolunteerworkinyourfeld(s)ofinterest. Gatherfrst-handinformationaboutsubjectareas from faculty and administrators and through survey courses in your major areas of study Interviewalumniinvolvedinvariouscareerfelds. Consultwithcareercounselors. decision making and goal setting Once youve explored career and educational options, you are ready to identify your career objectives Some of the questions you may want to answer include: WhatkindofworkdoIwanttoperform? WhatkindofworkenvironmentwouldIlike? WhattypeofindustrydoIprefer? What,ifany,aremygeographiclimitations? WhatkindofpeopledoIwanttoworkwith? WhatsalarydoIconsiderappropriate? DoIhaveanyspecialneedstoconsider? Howrealisticaremyexpectationsconsideringmy own skills and abilities and the reality of the job market? Obtaining career experience is a good way to try out your tentative career decisions A career-related internship, cooperative education position, summer job, part-time job, or volunteer position can help you decide on a career path The Career Center for Science and Engineering can help you to locate these opportunities If you need assistance with clarifying your goals, making decisions or fnding a career-related position, make an appointment with a career counselor transferable skills A transferable skill is developed in a previous or current experience and can be applied to a different career area Transferable skills are the foundation for more complex skills youll develop as your career unfolds Consult with a career counselor to identify your transferable skills and brainstorm how they can be applied to different careers To get started consider your experiences in these areas: Experiencewithpeople Examples: selling, training, teaching, supervising, motivating, advising, representing, helping, etc Experiencewiththings Examples: repairing, assembling, designing, driving, handling, operating, constructing, maintaining, building, sketching, keyboarding, etc Experiencewithdata and information Examples: calculating, analyzing, developing databases and theories, fling, analyzing, gathering data, writing, etc 6 Career and job search guide transferable skills s you begin your search for a career and/or job it is important to know your qualifcations Over the years you have developed many skills during your coursework, extracurricular activities, and life experiences For example, if you have researched a topic for class and then written, edited, and presented a fnal paper in front of your peers, you have used skills (gathering information, writing, problem-solving, presenting) which are not limited to that specifc academic discipline, but are transferable to many occupations In a career and job search you will be expected to apply the skills you have learned to the work environment Below is a list of fve broad skill areas which are divided into specifc skill sets First, use a check mark to indicate which skills youve developed Second, rate the skills to indicate your ability in each area A suggested rating scale is: 1 = strong ability, 2 = some ability, 3 = enough ability to get by, but need help from others When youre fnished, write down examples of when you used your strongest skills and describe what the end result was Communication The skillful expression, transmission and interpretation of knowledge and ideas
___ Speaking effectively ___ Writing effectively ___ Listening attentively ___ Expressing ideas ___ Facilitating discussions ___ Providing feedback ___ Negotiating ___ Persuading ___ Perceiving non-verbal messages ___ Presenting information ___ Describing feelings ___ Interviewing ___ Editing research and planning The search for specifc knowledge and the ability to conceptualize future needs and solutions ___ Predicting ___ Creating theories and ideas ___ Identifying problems ___ Imagining alternatives ___ Identifying resources ___ Gathering information ___ Solving problems ___ Setting goals ___ Extracting information ___ Defning needs ___ Developing evaluations ___ Creating spreadsheets and databases ___ Calculating results Human relations The use of interpersonal skills for resolving confict, relating to and helping people
___ Developing relationships ___ Being sensitive ___ Listening ___ Conveying feelings ___ Providing support ___ Motivating ___ Sharing credit ___ Counseling ___ Cooperating ___ Delegating with respect ___ Representing others ___ Perceiving feelings, situations ___ Asserting organizing, management and leadership Ability to supervise and guide individuals and groups in the completion of goals
___ Initiating new ideas ___ Handling details ___ Coordinating tasks ___ Managing groups ___ Delegating responsibility ___ Teaching ___ Coaching ___ Advising ___ Promoting change ___ Selling ideas or products ___ Decision making with others ___ Managing confict Work survival The daily skills that assist in promoting effective production and work satisfaction ___ Implementing decisions ___ Cooperating ___ Enforcing policies ___ Being punctual ___ Managing time ___ Attending to detail ___ Meeting goals ___ Enlisting help ___ Accepting responsibility ___ Setting and meeting deadlines ___ Organizing ___ Making decisions A 7 Career and job search guide resume writing Your resume is a valuable tool for marketing yourself to prospective employers It is a concisely written summary of your personal, educational and work experience intended to: Introduceyourselftoaprospectiveemployer. Organize the written facts about yourself in a written presentation Focus attention on your qualifcations and accomplishments and demonstrate why you are a good candidate for the position Obtainaninterview. Resumes vary in content as well as format It is important to remember that a resume is a personally written document that allows for individual creativity It should present a positive image to the potential employer By positioning the most important information about your experiences and qualifcations frst, and devoting the most space to them, you highlight your strengths The following suggestions are provided to assist you in drafting your resume Although the names of the categories may vary the following information should be included Content 1. Contact information: Name, present and/or permanent addresses, telephone number(s) where you can be reached or a message can be left, e-mail address and Web page if you have one and want an employer to view it 2. Objective: A brief statement indicating what you want to do It is a critical part of your resume; everything that you do should support the objective If you have more than one objective you may want to tailor separate resumes to ft each one Although some employers do not place importance on the objective, many do An objective indicates that you have thought about what you want to do, that you have some idea of what youre getting into, and that you have some direction or goal You can customize your objective by including information about strengths, skills and industry or organization type This will demonstrate that you know something about the position and organization to which you are applying 3. Education: List institutions where you have completed (or will soon complete) some level of education, in reverse chronological order High school information is usually removed once you reach junior standing Indicate degree, major, dates of graduation, minor felds, honors and a handful of key courses List your GPA if it is 300 or higher Include the scale and represent your GPA to the 100ths place Even if your GPA is not that high, consider including it on your resume Some managers will not consider resumes without a GPA, and they will assume that your GPA must be very low Another idea is to list your major GPA or recent semester GPA if this is higher than your cumulative GPA 4. Experience: List and briefy describe, in reverse chronological order, your relevant experiences Experience may include full and part-time employment, research experience, internships, co-ops and volunteer positions Indicate your job title, name of organization with city and state, and dates of experience It is advisable to include more than one Experience section by being more specifc Some examples are Related Experience, Field Experience, Professional Experience, Other Experience, etc If you have had many jobs, choose the ones that are most relevant to the position you seek Remember that resume descriptions are fragments, not complete sentences Try to start each sentence with an action verb (see page 9) and do not use personal pronouns such as I or my When writing your descriptions do not simply list the tasks you performed on a daily basis Instead, describe the skills you used to accomplish those tasks Ask yourself these questions: What were my duties, responsibilities, roles and achievements? Whatskills(transferableandtechnical)didIusein this experience? Whatweretheresultsofmyefforts? 8 Career and job search guide The following information is optional, but should be included if it strengthens your resume: ActivitiesExtracurricular activities point out your leadership, social skills, interests and energy level Activities can be especially important if you have little work or related experience, or if your grades arent your strong suit SkillsThis section serves as a snapshot of your abilities as they relate to your objective Skills sections work well for scannable resumes ProjectsWrite three to four sentences describing any individual or group work youve done in class Employers like this section because it demonstrates your ability to apply learning to real-life problems and generate solutions Military experienceIf you have training relevant to your objective, include ranks, dates, assignments and specifc responsibilities under the Experience section Professional membershipsInclude any mem- berships to relevant student groups, professional organizations, or publications Honors and awards Study or work abroad experiences format The electronic processing of information has affected the way you need to prepare your resume Your resume must be able to be read by computers as well as by humans Many employers use optical scanners to enter resumes into computer databases and then electronically search for candidates using identifed criteria Dont assume that your target employers are too small or dont have the budget to use computer scanners All resumes should follow the same basic principals to be of interest to and optimally read by humans as well as computers Everything that makes sense for computer scanners to easily read resumes makes sense for human readers toothe more simple, the better 1 Length depends on your experience and qualifcations Generally, resumes should not exceed two pages For most college graduates with a bachelors degree a one- page resume is all that is required 2 Make your resume easy to read and follow It should read more like an outline than a narrative 3 Place your contact information, in bold letters, at the top of your resume If your resume is two pages, you need only include your name on the top of the second page 4 Your resume should be on 8 x 11 paper, printed on one side Use a computer with a high quality printer and only black ink 5 Present your resume on quality bond paper of at least 20 pound weight Knowing your audience is your best guide to selection of color Generally, employers prefer resumes on white, off-white, light tan or gray paper 6 One-inch margins (top, bottom, left and right) are optimal for scanning 7 Use one font size of 10 to 12 points Some say sizes up to 14 are acceptable but to the human reader, anything over 12 may appear as if you are just taking up space Use one popular, non-decorative typeface throughout A few excellent fonts include Times, Arial, Palatino and Helvetica Dont vary the font or point size within the resume 8 Avoid using italic, script, and underlined text The letters sometimes touch and computers may have diffculty recognizing the individual characters and will be unable to read the information Avoid graphics and shading Scanning equipment is generally set up to read only text, not graphics 9 CAPITAL LETTERS are acceptable However, use them sparingly for effect and attention grabbing for the human reader; it doesnt matter for computers Boldface is also acceptable and should be used sparingly as well 10 You may use bullets, but make sure they are solid, not hollow, symbols 11 Dont use parentheses or brackets Computer scanners may interpret the symbols as letters, or other punctuation, and will not be able to understand the text within them Use horizontal and vertical lines sparingly, if at all If you do use lines put at least of white space around them 9 Career and job search guide 12 Do not use staples or fold your resume Pages may stick together after the staple is removed Creases from folds may lead to inaccurate scanning or diffculty in feeding the resume into a scanner Employer may even throw away resumes that have been neatly folded into standard #10 business size envelopes Instead, if submitting your resume by mail, send it in a full sized manila envelope tips Behonest.Emphasizeyourstrengths,experience,and capabilities Provide accurate dates and list only months and year, or just years Record your degrees and/or certifcations with months and years of graduation Putthemostimportantinformationtowardthetopof your resume And, if possible, list the most relevant information frst in each section Use action verbs (see page 10) to communicate accomplishments and results Use the present tense in describing activities in which you are currently engaged Describe previous activities in the past tense Omit irrelevant and personal information from your resume such as height, weight, age, sex, health and marital status Dontincludecontactinformationforyourreferences on your resume References should be submitted separately from your resume, and only if requested by an employer For more information about references see page 17 Time spent on resume preparation is also time well- spent on interview preparation Many employers will use your resume when they are interviewing you Always proofread your resume for visual quality, content and typographical or spelling errors Have several other people proofread your resume as well Planahead.Donotanticipatewritingyourbestresume overnight Remember, your resume is an essential tool in your search Make it the best possible Beckman Cou|ier, a |eading manuIaciurer oI biomedica| ieaiing inairumeni ayaiema, ieaia and aupp|iea, ia commiiied io enhancing hea|ih care Ior peop|e acroaa ihe g|obe. lrom pioneering medica| reaearch and c|inica| iria|a io |aboraiory diagnoaiica and poini-oI-care ieaiing, our ia|enied engineera and acieniiaia he|p de|iver criiica| biomedica| inIormaiion ihai advancea paiieni care and p|aya a viia| ro|e in improving ihe hea|ih oI mi||iona oI peop|e. 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An equa| opporiuniiy emp|oyer. -AKEAN)MPACT7ORLDWIDE advertisement 10 Career and job search guide Power Verbs Accomplishment oriented achieved completed decreased expanded exceeded improved increased pioneered reduced (losses) resolved (issues) restored spearheaded succeeded surpassed transformed won Communication addressed advertised arranged articulated authored clarifed collaborated communicated composed condensed conferred contacted conveyed convinced corresponded debated defned described developed directed discussed drafted edited elicited enlisted explained expressed formulated furnished infuenced interacted interpreted interviewed involved joined judged lectured listened marketed mediated moderated negotiated observed outlined participated persuaded presented promoted proposed publicized reconciled recruited referred reinforced reported resolved responded solicited specifed spoke suggested summarized synthesized translated wrote Creative adapted began combined composed conceptualized condensed created customized designed developed directed displayed established fashioned formulated founded illustrated initiated integrated introduced invented modeled modifed performed planned revised revitalized shaped solved Helping aided accommodated advised alleviated assisted assured bolstered coached continued cooperated counseled dealt eased elevated enabled endorsed enhanced enriched familiarized helped interceded mobilized modeled polished prescribed provided protected rehabilitated relieved rescued saved served sustained tutored validated Planning and Organizing acquired activated adjusted administered allocated altered anticipated appointed arranged assembled assessed assigned authorized cataloged centralized charted classifed collected commissioned committed confrmed contracted coordinated customized delegated designated designed determined developed devised dispatched established evaluated facilitated forecasted formulated housed identifed implemented incorporated instituted issued linked logged mapped out observed obtained ordered organized planned prepared prioritized procured programmed recruited rectifed researched reserved retrieved revised routed scheduled selected secured simplifed sought straightened strategize studied suggested tailored tracked Problem-solving alleviated analyzed brainstormed collaborated conceived conceptualized created debugged decided deciphered detected diagnosed engineered foresaw formulated found investigated recommended remedied remodeled repaired revamped revitalized satisfed solved synthesized theorized Quantitative accounted for appraised approximated audited balanced budgeted calculated checked compiled compounded computed conserved converted counted dispensed dispersed earned enumerated estimated fgured fnanced grossed increased inventoried maximized multiplied netted profted projected purchased quantifed rated reconciled recorded reduced totaled Technical Skills adapted applied assembled build calculated computed conserved constructed converted debugged designed determined developed engineered fabricated fortifed installed maintained operated overhauled printed programmed regulated remodeled repaired replaced restored solved specialized spearheaded standardized studied upgrade utilized 11 Career and job search guide sample resumes 123 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 jillcandidate@umn.edu (H) 555-555-5555; (C) 333-333-3333 Jill Candidate Objective Seeking employment in the area of database development. Education Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, May 2009 Institute of Technology, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN Major GPA: 3.14/4.00
Key Courses: Introduction to Numerical Computing, Formal Languages and Automata Theory, Software Engineering (in progress) Skills Languages: Assembly, BASIC, C, C++, FORTRAN, Java, and Scheme Operating Systems: UNIX; DOS; Windows 95, 98, XP; and Macintosh Software: CAD, Dreamweaver, Adobe Acrobat, and MATLAB Projects Worked in a team of three to design a Programmable Logic Device (PLD) fuse map generator and simulator for combinational and sequential logic using a specifcation language for combinational logic as well as FSMs. Developed Perl scripts to run a WWW-based database allowing arbitrary searches and automated additions to the database. Presented project to class at end of semester. Related Intern, Data Mining Support May 2008 August 2008 Experience Organization, City, State Developed an easy-to-use interface and data visualizer for a data mining engine which presented data in tabular and graphic formats, allowing for various sorting, fltering, and merging. Attended weekly departmental meetings to generate ideas, report progress and discuss future planning. Assisted with implementing visualizer and helped with training employees how to use interface. Leadership President September 2008 present Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Plan and facilitate activities for more than 180 members. Visit local high schools regularly to promote science and engineering careers to high school students. Increased membership by 20% through recruiting. Other Lead Cook (seasonal) March 2006 present Experience Company, City, State Promoted to lead cook after two years of employment. Train new employees, including cooks and cleaning staff. Coordinate employee schedules and handle customer complaints. Assist customers in courteous and friendly manner. Activities Member, Association of Computing Machinery 2007-present Member, Institute of Technology Board of Publications 2007-present Member, Society of Women Engineers 2006-present Member, University of Minnesota Marching Band 2005-present 12 Career and job search guide sample resumes John Candidate 222 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 (H) 555-555-5555 johncandidate@umn.edu Objective Seeking employment as a Research Technician. Education College of Biological Sciences, University of Minnesota- Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN Bachelor of Science in Genetics, Cellular Biology and Development, Expected December 2008 Minor: Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature Cumulative GPA: 3.20/4.00 Coursework includes: Molecular Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry with lab, Developmental Biology, Directed Research Senior Researched RNA interference by reading publications from numerous scientifc journals and Project performed experiments using genomic screen techniques. Wrote literature review on subject and presented fndings to peer group. Skills Molecular Biology Techniques: subcloning, gel electrophoresis, chromatography, spectrometry, DNA sequencing, and polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Computer Skills: Profcient with Microsoft Offce applications for both Macintosh and PC. Effcient web-searching strategies on a wide variety of scientifc databases such as PubMed and Wormbase. Microscopy: Nomarski and fuorescence experience using Nikon Microphot-FXA. Research Undergraduate Research Assistant January 2006present Department of Genetics, Cellular Biology, and Development University of Minnesota- Twin Cities, Minneapolis, MN Perform genomic screen for genes that control development of the nematode C. elegans using RNA interference (RNAi). Maintain mutant worm populations, grew plasmid-containing E. coli to feed worms, screen worms for phenotypes using microscopy and fuorescence microscopy, update RNAi database based on fndings. Wrote grant applications and was twice awarded funding for research through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP). Experience Administrative Assistant (seasonal) May 2004present Company, City, State Manage membership accounts and organize confdential member information in electronic and paper formats. Collaborate with coworkers to approve accounts and monitor member participation. Prepare spreadsheets and graphs for senior staff meetings. Leadership and Representative, College of Biological Sciences Student Board 2007present Activities Member, Intramural Softball Team 2006present Student Leader, Biology Colloquium Class 20062008 13 Career and job search guide The cover letter is an important part of your application and should be included with every resume you submit Focus on the needs of the employer and summarize your greatest strengths as they relate to a specifc position Show the employer that you are interested in the position, possess the qualifcations they are seeking and understand the work being done at their organization Try not to duplicate the information in your resume Instead, use specifc examples to draw conclusions about how you can fulfll the position Remember, your cover letter should be well-written, thoughtful, and make an employer want to review your resume types of cover letters There are two types of cover letters The Letter of Application is sent to an employer when applying for a specifc position Each letter should be customized to show how your interests and qualifcations match those required to fll the position A Letter of Inquiry is sent to inquire about positions of interest in an organization It requests information be sent to you and provides employers with your resume When writing a Letter of Inquiry it is important to show how you can potentially contribute to the organization Please note: a Letter of Inquiry is not as common as a Letter of Application and is typically accompanied by a verbal or written request for an informational interview in order to learn more about possible opportunities at the organization of interest format A cover letter is formatted as a professional letter This means that all parts of the letter are left justifed And, rather than starting each new paragraph by indenting, you will insert a double space between paragraphs to signal a transition from one paragraph to the next This will create a block format for your cover letter Your address, city, state and zip code should be included at the top of the cover letter It is okay to abbreviate states, but do not use abbreviations in any other part of your address For example, 123 Gopher St SE Minneapolis, MN should be written out as, 123 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN After listing your address, double space and add the date Make sure to write the date out completely, rather than using numbers and dashes For example, October 12, 2008 would NOT be written as 10/12/2008 Instead, write it as the word October with the numbers 12 and 2008 to indicate date and year After you have written the date, double space and list the employers contact information If a name is not listed on the position description look at the Web site or call the organization to get the name and title of the person to whom you should address your application Remember, your resume is more likely to be reviewed if it is sent to a specifc person If you cannot fnd this information, address your letter to Hiring Manager or to Search Committee if you suspect more than one person is involved in the hiring process Again, only use an abbreviation for the state and not for any other part of the address Double space again and add the greeting Dear to your letter Address your contact as Mr, Ms, or Dr and then write her/his last name If you cannot tell the persons gender based on their name simply write down their frst and last name with a colon For example, Pat Smith: The greeting line should end with a colon Double space again The next 3-4 paragraphs of your cover letter will be the opening paragraph, middle paragraph(s) and closing paragraph Remember, because a cover letter is written in a professional letter format these paragraphs will NOT be indented Instead, keep them left justifed and insert a space between each paragraph End your letter with Sincerely, leave 4 single lines for your hand-written signature, and type your name again at the bottom of the letter If you are submitting your cover letter electronically replace your hand-written signature with italicized typeface If you are enclosing additional information with your letter, such as a resume, double space after your typed name and type Enclosure or Enclosures If you use the plural, you have the option of stating the number of enclosures in parentheses writing a cover letter 14 Career and job search guide opening paragraph Usually there are three paragraphs in a cover letter The frst is the opening paragraph In this paragraph state the position you are applying for and where you found out about it It is important to identify the position by title because it lets the employer know which position you are applying for And, by stating where you found out about the position, you are giving the employer important marketing information about where their job postings are being viewed Then, briefy explain why you are interested in the position and organization Try to capture the employers attention by conveying a sense of enthusiasm, interest and purpose in your letter Make them want to read about your qualifcations Please note: If you found out about the position from a person who works in the organization at which you are applying include her/his name and title in your Opening Paragraph Middle paragraph(s) The middle paragraph is sometimes referred to as the body of the letter It is usually the longest and most important If you have a lot to say you can split this section into two paragraphs Focus on the needs of the employer and write about your strongest qualifcations for the job Explain how your qualifcations ft with the positions responsibilities Dont just list skills or personal qualities Instead, use specifc examples (from previous jobs, internships, classes, volunteering, activities, clubs and more) to describe when, where and how you developed the desired qualifcations Closing paragraph The last paragraph is the closing paragraph Restate your interest and briefy summarize your qualifcations Mention your interest in an interview One effective strategy is to end your letter on a proactive note Say when and how you will contact the employer and follow-up accordingly Contacting an employer directly after submitting your application is advantageous because: 1) it demonstrates your interest in the position, 2) it allows you to make sure the employer received your application and, 3) it helps you discern where the employer is in the hiring process Finally, end your letter by thanking the employer and signing your name to the letter Please note: Occasionally employers will request that applicants do not contact them directly In these instances, respect employers wishes by following the application procedures outlined in the position description final tips Here are some fnal tips to help you with your cover letter Remember,anemployerwilluseyourcoverletter as an indication of your writing skills Be sure to have your cover letters proofread by another person in order to ensure you are presenting yourself in the best possible light Use different sentence structures in your cover letter Some people have the tendency to start every sentence with the word I which can make a letter sound awkward Cover letters are meant to be concise and should never be more than one page long Use the same font in your cover letter as you did for your resume, and print your cover letter and resume on the same paper This will ensure your application looks professional Andfnally,besuretokeepacopyofthejobposting and your cover letter on fle in case you are called for an interview 15 Career and job search guide These letters are examples of the types of professional correspondence most commonly used in the job search process The most effective letters are targeted to the needs of a specifc employer and, at the same time, concise In most cases a letter should not exceed one page in length A letter of application is sent to an employer when applying for a specifc job To make sure the letter of application is focused on the needs of the employer, ask for a position description and carefully consider how your skills, interests, abilities, experience and education match those required to fll the position 123 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 September 8, 2008 Sandy Smith Lead Engineer A1 Engineering Inc. 123 Engineering Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Ms. Smith: I wish to express my strong interest in the Assistant Engineer position at A1 Engineering. As I read the position description posted on the University of Minnesota GoldPASS system, I was pleased to recognize that my skill set and enthusiasm would be of value to your organization. I believe my passion for automotive engineering, combined with my education and experiences make me an ideal ft for this position. I know I could contribute immediately to your engine effciency projects. Your description indicates you are seeking someone with excellent teamwork and communication skills to work as an integral part of a design team. As my resume indicates, I have two years of related experience gained through summer internships. At both of these internships I assisted design engineers while sharpening and honing my CAD skills. Also, for the past two years I have served as outreach coordinator for a student group. This experience has provided me with the opportunity to develop my teamwork and communication skills by working collaboratively with a group of four people to plan events and meetings. Additionally, in May of 2009 I will graduate with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering and a minor in Business Leadership. My education is providing me with the knowledge and skills I need to contribute meaningfully to your organization. My experiences, education and interests make me a great ft for this position, and I am excited about the possibility of working at A1 Engineering. I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you about my qualifcations and will contact you during the week of October 27 to discuss the possibility of an interview. In the meantime, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me at 555-555-5555 or by e-mail at jillcandidate@umn.edu. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Jill Candidate Jill Candidate Enclosures (2) letter of application example 16 Career and job search guide A letter of inquiry is sent to an employer to inquire as to the possibility of available positions, or as an introduction to a prospective employer while networking The letter should be a summary of your abilities as they relate to the needs of the employer 222 Gopher Street Minneapolis, MN 55455 November 1, 2008 Alan Anderson, Ph.D. Scientist Biosciences Corp. 123 Science Court Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Dr. Anderson: While researching possible employers in the feld of microbiology I became aware of your company. I will be completing my Bachelors of Science in Microbiology in May and would like to inquire about the possibility of employment as a Research Technician at Biosciences Corp. As you will see in my enclosed resume I am currently working as an undergraduate Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus in the Microbiology Department. The research I am assisting with focuses on the growth and characteristics of microscopic organism bacteria. My assistantship has affrmed my interest in bacterial research and provided me with the opportunity to hone my laboratory and analytical skills. In addition, I have taken several elective courses to further enhance my knowledge and abilities within the feld of microbiological research. I believe my research experience combined with my class room knowledge has provided me with an excellent foundation for employment in your lab. Also, I have participated in several activities and jobs that have strengthened my communication, leadership and teamwork skills. For example, last fall I was elected as chair of the publicity committee for the student chapter of the American Institute of Biological Sciences. In this position I managed two other students, recruited speakers for monthly meetings, and coordinated advertising activities across the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus. These group activities reinforced my desire to work as part of team. I would like to thank you for your time and consideration of my qualifcations. If you have any further questions about my abilities please do not hesitate to contact me. I can be reached at 123-456-7890 or by e-mail at johncandidate@umn.edu. I will be in contact with you to discuss the possibility of an interview. Sincerely, John Candidate John Candidate letter of inquiry example 17 Career and job search guide Provide references only if you are requested to do so List references on a separate sheet of paper that matches the format of your resume and cover letter Talk to the people you have chosen to be references before you give out their contact information to potential employers Provide your references with a copy of your resume and keep them updated as you search for jobs John Candidate 222 Gopher Street Minneapolis, MN 55455 (H) 123-456-7890 johncandidate@umn.edu Name Title Organization Address City, State Zip Phone E-mail Name Title Organization Address City, State Zip Phone E-mail Name Title Organization Address City, State Zip Phone E-mail reference example 18 Career and job search guide A letter of inquiry is sent to an employer to inquire as to the possibility of available positions, or as an introduction to a prospective employer while networking The letter should be a summary of your abilities as they relate to the needs of the employer 123 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 October 14, 2008 Sandy Smith Lead Engineer A1 Engineering Inc. 123 Engineering Parkway Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Ms. Smith: Thank you for the opportunity to interview with you on Tuesday, October 13 for the position of Assistant Engineer, and also for the tour you gave me of A1 Engineering. Both experiences reaffrmed my interest in your organization and my confdence that my interests, experiences and education will be benefcial to the goals of your team. As we discussed, my internships have provided me with the opportunity to develop the skills and personal qualities you are seeking in a potential employee. I believe my experience working with engineers from different backgrounds will enable me to contribute in creative ways to your design team. Additionally, my experience working collaboratively to plan and implement changes is an asset that will allow me to implement improvements quickly and effectively. I am also excited about your training program and the specifcs we discussed on Tuesday. As my past successes have indicated, I am motivated and adaptable to any situation. I look forward to seeing you again and meeting others in A1 Engineering. If you have further questions or need additional information please let me know. Thank you again for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Jill Candidate Jill Candidate thank you letter example 19 Career and job search guide Most job offers will come over the telephone or through the mail Sending an acceptance letter is the best way to formally acknowledge the offer and to be certain that both parties are in agreement about such things as starting date, salary and benefts 222 Gopher Street Minneapolis, MN 55455 December 14, 2008 Alan Anderson, Ph.D. Scientist Biosciences Corp. 123 Science Court Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Dr. Anderson: To confrm our phone conversation on December 12, 2008 I would like to formally accept your offer of Research Coordinator at $40,000 per year in your Des Moines, Iowa offce. I am very pleased to have the opportunity to become part of your organization. As we discussed, I will be moving to Des Moines within two weeks and will be able to begin my employment on January 7, 2009. I understand that your organization offers relocation assistance. Please send me the information you referred to concerning expense reimbursement. I look forward to joining Biosciences Corp. Sincerely, John Candidate John Candidate acceptance letter example 20 Career and job search guide When you are no longer interested in a position for which you have interviewed, or have accepted another job, send a letter of withdrawal to the employer In the letter you are not obligated to give the employer detailed information about your employment decision However, the courtesy of sending a letter speeds the hiring process for all involved 123 Gopher Street Southeast Minneapolis, MN 55455 May 9, 2009 Joyce Johnson Lead Sales Engineer Products Inc. 123 Products Way Minneapolis, MN 55455 Dear Ms. Johnson: I enjoyed meeting with you last week to discuss your opening for a Sales Engineer. My interview was informative, and it is clear to me that you and your staff are excellent workers who take pride in the work you do. However, after careful consideration, I have decided to withdraw my application for this position. At this point in my career I believe it would be benefcial for me to explore other opportunities. While this position affords many advantages, it would nonetheless be a lateral move from my current part-time and summer positions. Thank you for taking the time to interview me and giving me the opportunity to learn more about your needs and organization. I hope your hiring search will soon be successful. Sincerely, Jane Candidate Jane Candidate withdrawal letter example 21 Career and job search guide There are several ways to submit resumes and letters to employers You can use conventional mail, fax, e-mail or drop them off in-person The key is to follow the directions requested by the employer The substance of your resume and letter remains the same no matter which way you submit them, however, there are some things to keep in mind as you consider each method Conventional mail Resume,coverletterandallcorrespondenceswith an employer should be on the same kind of paper Your resume and cover letter should be sent in a large envelope without folding, stapling, or paper- clipping them Large envelopes are available in manila, white or matching resume paper, and all are acceptable to use Usemailinglabelsandtypeorcomputer-printthe address to whom you are sending your resume and letter and your return address Placetheletterontopoftheresumewithanyother supporting materials under the resume and slide it into the envelope Do not staple or paper-clip your resume to your letter Thenameandaddressonthelabelshouldmatch exactly the name and address on the letter you are enclosing If you are responding to an advertisement and there is no name mentioned, call the employer to get a contact name In cases where a name is not available, use a gender neutral title such as Employer, Employment Representative, or Personnel Manager fax Youshouldfaxyourletterandresumeonlywhen an employer requests it or to meet a deadline Ifyoufaxaresumeandcoverletter,alwaysfollow- up with a mailed original Whenfaxingyourresumeandletteryouroriginals should be on plain white paper using black ink, to ensure the best quality copy in the transmission Call the employer to verify that your resume and letter have been received e-mail Because of the limitations of some electronic means of transmitting resumes and letters, such as using e-mail, some special considerations need to be addressed Prepare your resume using a word processing program following the recommendations in Resume Writing (see pages 7-8) Then, save your resume as a text fle, DOS or ASCII, or type your resume into the text format directly, from a hard copy Using a text editor, edit the text version of your resume to resemble your original resume The spacing will need to be redone using the space bar Make sure each line is 60 or less characters and insert a hard return at the end of each line The margins may need to be adjusted as well Since bullets and boldface cant be used in a text document you may want to substitute asterisks or plus signs for bullets and use capital letters or asterisks surrounding text in place of bold Use capital letters and other symbols sparingly When using e-mail, capital letters mean you are shouting A whole letter or resume in capital letters is diffcult to read Overdone symbols tend to clutter and confuse rather than draw the readers attention Most text editors have a spell check function, so use them to catch any spelling errors Always proofread, and have others proofread your documents Savebothversionsofyourresume,thetextversion and the word processed version, so that it is ready to edit, print or e-mail as you need it Create and store a standard cover letter in the same way Customize the cover letter each time you apply for a position Always check the format and width by sending it to yourself, before you send your letter in response to an ad Send you resume and cover letter in one fle Usetheadvertisedjobasyoursubjectlineinthe e-mail Cite relevant job numbers or descriptors as noted in the ad Ifyouaresendingaresumewithoutknowingofan opening, add a few words stating your objective in the subject line sending resumes and cover letters 22 Career and job search guide Read the entire posting carefully and completely before responding Some employers who advertise online may only accept responses by regular mail or may want you to respond to a different e-mail address It is important to respond exactly as instructed in the directions in-person When dropping off your resume in-person remember that your personal appearance is making an impression Dress as if you were going for an interview and act professionally, being courteous to everyone tips for electronic correspondence Be aware that electronic correspondence is often the preferred mode of communication with employers E-mail can be a powerful tooluse it wisely, and you will shine; use it improperly, and you may be branded as immature and unprofessional Here are some general guidelines to apply to every e-mail you write an employer Use a meaningful subject line for every e-mail. Choose one that is appropriate to the topic Address the recipient as Mr., Ms., or Mrs., and always verify the correct spelling of the recipients name Keepyoure-mailbriefandbusinesslike.Trynotto overload an employer with lots of questions Noemoticons. Sticktoastandardfontanddontusewallpapers or multicolored backgrounds Be sure to proofread and spell-check your e-mail before sending it 2008 NAS (Media: delete copyright notice) Career Center of Science 3.5 x 10 4-color INNOVATIVE. HIGH-TECH. DIVERSE. U. S. STEEL. Theres never been a better time. Every day at U. S. Steel, we achieve new results. The kind of results that are leading the steel industry... the manufacturing sector...and the business community with some of the brightest engineering, materials science, technology and business ideas on the face of the planet. Our business is international. Our career options are as diverse as our locations. And our Management Associate Program and Student Employment Program are designed with your future in mind. A future built on experience you cant get anywhere else. To learn more about the strategies and technologies that keep a thriving Fortune 500 company on the forefront of a dynamic, revitalized industry, visit us online at www.ussteel.com. advertisement 23 Career and job search guide strategies The job search is much more than resumes and interviews He or she who gets hired is not necessarily the one who can do the job best; but, the one who knows the most about how to get hired (Lathrop, 1977) In this article we will share with you information known to increase your job and internship search success How many weeks or months do you think it takes most students to fnd a job or internship? Expect your job search to take at least three to six months Start early and plan to enact a smart and targeted job search Many employers search for employees differently from how job hunters search for jobs While employers search for people they know, job hunters seem to feel more comfortable submitting resumes and answering ads from a distance When hunting for a job, think like an employer use referrals and inside contacts whenever possible Some job hunting methods are more effective than others and some are very ineffective The least effective ways of searching for a job are those that dont involve person-to- person contactusing the Internet, mailing resumes at random, ads, and agencies The best ways to search for a job or internship are to, frst, identify and contact employers in your feld of interest using the yellow pages or similar resources Second, knock on the door of employers that interest you, whether they have a known job opening or not After researching about an organization on your own, schedule an appointment to meet with an employer to gather information tailored to your specifc career and company questions This process is called informational interviewing Finally, ask for leads from friends and family Let the people you know, know youre looking for a job Even if they arent aware of any immediate job or internship openings, they may be able to connect you to someone who does or think of you down the road when they hear of an opening The most effective approach, however, is to use more than one method to fnd a job or internship Research shows that using up to four job search methods will further increase your likelihood of success in fnding a position (Bolles, 2007) Also, did you know that the majority of jobs are obtained through informal networks? Theyre acquired through friends of friends, being in the right place at the right time, and knowing people who are connected to opportunity This is the hidden job market, and its where youll want to spend the majority of your job or internship search efforts identifying a job or internship target Experts tell us that Most job-hunters who fail to fnd their dream job, fail not because they lack information about the job market, but because they lack information about themselves (Bolles, 2007, p 209) Before you begin your job or internship search, be sure youve answered the following questions: WhatskillsdoImostenjoyusing? WhatdoIvalueinajoborinternship? Whatworkareasinterestme? Such self-refection will help you clarify and set your goals, and help you articulate them to the professionals you meet on your way Now its time to prepare for your job or internship search Start by identifying a specifc job or internship target Many people dont have a clear target when they begin their job search, which actually lengthens their search They spend a little bit of energy in a lot of areas and often come up exhausted and empty-handed When you know what youre looking for, you will be able to spend your time fnding the jobs and organizations that ft your target Plus, employers prefer to hire candidates with clear goals and career plans Next, research possible employers What do you know about your industry of interest, organizations in your feld, and individual jobs? Like understanding yourself, understanding your options will help you target your search Learn about the industry; be comfortable with its language What are the trends and industry concerns? Who are the leaders? Check out professional associations and related publications For example, if you are interested in the feld of civil engineering, you may want to join the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) Also research the organizations that employ people in your feld Check out company Web sites for news items and product and service information Talk to people who work there to learn about the work environmentits culture, atmosphere, values, and norms job and internship searching 24 Career and job search guide Review job postings to understand the types of positions youre interested in Job descriptions will teach you about duties, skills and qualifcations Additionally, reading an employers range of postings will help you understand the availability of advancement opportunities Some great places to start your research are listed on the following pages Try looking at: Career information sites. Search these online resources by job title to get job descriptions, education required, salary range, job outlook and links to related occupations If you have a company in mind and are looking for similar companies, try employer research databases These databases let you search for companies and industry information by company name, size, location, industry code, or phone number Explore the Web sites of employers that interest you Finally, the University of Minnesota has many resources for industry, employer, and career- related research Check out career information at your library and academic program Web sites, and dont forget to use your career center informational interviews Once you have targeted and researched an employer, you may have additional questions Now is a great time to schedule an informational interview with a company representative, where you will interview the person with these questions The purpose of an informational interview is to gather career information, gain insider tips about getting jobs or internships, observe the work environment, practice your professional communication skills, and meet people in your feld This is not a job interview, so do not ask for or expect a job When you call to set up the interview, give your name and affliation and explain the purpose of your visit: to learn more about their feld and gain advice on the job search Ask for a 2030 minute meeting and get directions If they are not able to meet in person, try to schedule a telephone appointment Make sure to dress professionally and be on time Prepare a thoughtful list of questions and take notes Ask for their business card After the interview send them a thank you note and follow up on their suggestions for your job search
Informational interviewing is one of many ways to position yourselfseek out connections to people who will have information about or connections to opportunities in your chosen career You can position yourself in three ways: 1 Expand your professional network, which may involve interviewing professionals for information, shadowing professionals, or joining professional associations to get know other members 2 Indirect work experience will also help you position yourself for your target job or internship This may involve being active in your professional association, taking courses or acquiring training related to your target feld, or having a job, internship, or volunteer experience in a related feld to your job target 3 Direct work experience is the strongest way to position yourself It may involve direct work, internship or volunteer experience in your target career or having a temporary work experience at your desired place of employment applying After you have researched the industry and employer, its time to prepare your application materials and interview skills 1 Write a strong resume and cover letter and have them critiqued at your University of Minnesota career center 2 Determine who you will use as references and ask permission to add them to your reference list These should be professional references such as supervisors, professors, and advisorsnot friends or family members 3 Sign up for a mock interview to practice your interviewing skills Brainstorm interview questions likely to be asked in your feld Once youve set a specifc job target, researched employers and prepared your application materials, it is now time to get out there and aggressively search and apply for jobs and internships
25 Career and job search guide Remembertobeginbyusingyourinformalnetwork, letting friends and family know you are looking for a job Agreatplacetolookforjobandinternshippostings is GoldPASS, the University of Minnesotas job, internship, and career event super center Upload your resume and apply for positions directly through this secure Web site Also, search LandIt org for jobs and internships available to students in a variety of Minnesotas public and private colleges and universities Youmightalsosearchjoblistingsandprofessional associations that are targeted to your feld of interest To fnd professional associations, do an Internet search on your feld of interest including the words professional association for example, plant biology students might search for plant biology professional associations Additionally, look at industry-specifc job Web sites and small targeted newspapers for positions in your feld final tips A few tips on applying to job and internship postings: unless otherwise noted, it is acceptable to call for more information If youre not fully qualifed, dont worryif you meet 80 percent of the qualifcations it is still reasonable to apply Practice articulating your skills and goals before you call the employerthe employer will begin to gather information about you from the frst moment of your very frst interaction You might introduce yourself using a personal commerciala planned speech that describes your related experience and the skills and services you offer Address any communication or application materials to a real person If you arent sure who is doing the hiring, call the organization and inquire so that you may address it personally After you apply to a position, follow up your application with a phone call to make sure your materials arrived safely
in summary Startyoursearchearlypreferably,monthsbefore you need the job Use up to four methods of searching for a job or internshipand be smart about which methods you use There is no always right or always wrong way to hunt for a job However, research reminds us that mailing out stacks of generic resumes to unknown employers is not a high-yield use of your time Your time is better spent using your informal network and creating new networks After all, 80 percent of jobs are acquired through people you know Bepreparedknowyourjobtargetandcreateyour resume long before an employer requests it Research, research, research to get to know your industry, employers, and job description Talking about this research during your interview will indicate initiative and passion, characteristics employers value Finally,havepatience.Jobhuntingisanart,nota science, and always depends on some amount of luck Remember, your success in fnding a job or internship depends on how hard and how smart you work at it! 26 Career and job search guide Career information Web sites Search these online resources by job title to obtain job descriptions, education requirements, salary range, job outlook, and links to related occupations Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://wwwblsgov/oco O*NET: http://onlineonetcenterorg ISEEK: http://wwwiseekorg/sv/indexjsp MnCareers: http://wwwiseekorg/mncareers/indexhtml employer research Web sites Search this database to identify and learn about potential employers A-Z Index of US Government Departments and Agencies: http://wwwfirstgovgov/Agencies/Federal/All_Agencies/ indexshtml Browse government departments and agencies by level (federal, state, local, tribal) and topic in this A-Z listing Million dollar database http://libumnedu/ Search public and private companies by company name, size, location, industry code, or phone number Free to University of Minnesota students Directions for Million Dollar Database: 1 After accessing the University of Minnesota Libraries Web site, select the letter M under Indexes and Databases A-Z Scroll down and select Million Dollar Database 2 Search for information about companies by company name OR search the database using specifc criteria by clicking on the Advanced Search tool Using this tool, you can fnd all companies doing a particular type of work in your area Consider using the following search functions in combination with one another Be sure to select Add to Criteria to ensure your criteria are added to your search Recommended Advanced Search specifers: SearchbyLocationTypetospecifyheadquartersor branch locations Search by the City/State or Zip Code to target employers in a specifed area SearchbytheSIC(StandardIndustryClassifcation) Code or NAICS Codes to identify organizations related to specifc industry types Look into the industry menus to fnd the correct industry type idealist.org nonproft org search http://wwwidealistorg/if/as/Org/npo Search nonproft organizations by keyword, area of focus, location, or language employer Web sites Search the individual Web sites of organizations that interest you Learn about product/service information, news items, company history Check to see if the organization has a careers page University of Minnesota resources Identify career information, locate career centers, and utilize online resources at the University of Minnesota Students enrolled in the College of Biological Sciences and Institute of Technology can receive additional career assistance at the Career Center for Science and Engineering (CCSE) Web site: wwwccseumnedu; Phone: 612-624-4090 Business Reference Library http://busreflibumnedu Resources for career, industry and employer research Career Services Offces http://wwwcareerumnedu/studenthtm Identify the career services offce affliated with your major Careers and Jobs Reference Library http://wwwlibumnedu/libdata/pagephtml?page_id=689 Resources for career, industry and employer research job and internship search resources 27 Career and job search guide academic program Web sites http://www1umnedu/twincities/02_academicsphp#1 Explore the Web sites of your college or professional school, your department, and your major, minor, and/or emphasis University databases
GoldPASS http://goldpassumnedu The University of Minnesotas job, internship and volunteer listing LandIt! http://wwwlanditorg The Minnesota College and University Career Services Associations job and internship listing Job and internship search Web sites TIP: In addition to looking at online resources, it is important to remember to make person-to-person contact with professionals in your feld of interest You can do this by obtaining referrals from your existing network, joining professional associations, and completing informational interviews Internships USA http://wwwinternships-usacom National internship listings for various felds Request username/password from your U of M career center USAJOBS http://wwwusajobsgov/ The offcial job listing Web site of the US federal government Minnesota Council of Nonprofts http://wwwmncnorg The offcial job listing Web site for nonproft jobs in Minnesota Idealist.org http://wwwidealistorg A comprehensive, national Web site for job and internship opportunities Professional and student associations Search for associations in your feld of interest Check to see if the organization has a careers page Consider joining national and student chapters Associations are a great way to learn about your feld and connect with others who have similar interests College of Biological Sciences (CBS) Student Associations http://wwwcbsumnedu/studentservices/studentorgs html Institute of Technology (IT) student associations http://wwwitumnedu/students/campuslife/student_ orgshtml Associations Unlimited http://libumnedu/site/referencephtml Click on Associations and Organizations Google http://wwwgooglecom Type in your feld of interest including the words professional association (eg, electrical engineering professional association) 28 Career and job search guide 3M Accenture Aerospace Corporation, The AMEC, Inc American Cast Iron Pipe Company Andersen Corporation Arkema, Inc Artesyn Technologies Avant Energy Services Avery Dennison Automated Engineering Services BAE Systems Bemis Company, Inc Boston Scientifc BP Brady Corporation Bristol-Myers Squibb Co Broadcom Corporation Caterpillar Capital One Cargill, Incorporated Cummins, Inc Cypress Semiconductor Deloitte Consulting LLP Dial Corporation, The Donatelle Dow Chemical Company, The Dow Corning Corporation Eaton Corporation Ecolab, Inc Emerson Process Management/ Rosemount Inc Epic Systems Corporation ExxonMobil Corporation Federal Mogul Corporation Fish and Richardson FM Global General Electric General Mills, Inc Goodrich Corporation Google, Inc Graco, Inc Gradient Technology Honeywell Hormel Foods Corporation Hutchinson Technology IBM Ingersoll-Rand Integrated Device Technology, Inc Keyence Corporation on-CaMPus inTerVieW opportunities Each year a number of employers interview students at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus On-campus interviewing offers students the opportunity to meet with employers during the fall and spring semesters Information about when employers are holding on-campus interviews, and directions for how to apply to on-campus interviews, are available on the GoldPASS Web site at wwwgoldpassumnedu If you have questions about on-campus interviewing, please stop by the CCSE in 50 Lind Hall Below is a sampling of companies who have visited the University of Minnesota recently Kimley-Horn and Associates Lockheed Martin Logic Product Development Los Angeles County Department of Public Works LSI Logic MA Mortenson Marathon Petroleum Company LLC Marvell Semiconductor Max Steininger, Inc ME Electmetal Medtronic Micron Technology Microsoft Corporation MIT Lincoln Laboratory MTS Systems Corp National Instruments NAVAIR Nol-Tec Systems, Inc OakRiver Technology Plexus Praxair Redback Networks, Inc Riverside County Waste Management Dept RLK Rockwell Automation Samsung Austin Semiconductor Schlumberger Oilfeld Services Shumaker and Sieffert Solar Turbine SuperValu, Inc Target Headquarters Tennant Company Third Wave Systems Thomson Corporation Toro Company, The Travelers United Health Group US Patent US Steel UTC Power Verso Victory Sales, Inc WPS Resources 29 Career and job search guide If you receive an interview youve probably been prescreened (by phone and/or by resume) and meet all or most of the requirements the employer is seeking The interview is an opportunity for further screening During an interview, both parties start to form impressions about whether a ft exists between your qualifcations and personality and the organization/position The typical interview will last 30 minutes, although some may be longer A typical interview structure is as follows: 5minutesGreetingandlightconversation. 15 minutesDiscussion of your qualifcations as they relate to the needs of the employer 5minutesIntervieweranswersyourquestions. 5minutesConclusionofinterview. Preparing for an interview Know yourself Evaluate yourself prior to your interview Consider your abilities, skills, interests, career goals and strengths both inside and outside of the classroom Think about how this information relates to the position for which you are interviewing It is very important that you can convey this information to the employer during the interview Anticipate your weaknesses and think about how you will respond to any questions that touch on this area Know the organization Research the employer and know their products and services, what they do, where they are located, the structure of their organization, who their competitors are, and their mission This information can be obtained at company Web sites, and online through databases accessible through the UMN Science and Engineering Library and the UMN Business Library Be sure to fnd out driving and parking directions If possible, drive to the interview site before the actual interview And, if your interview is out of town, clarify who will be covering travel expenses before your trip begins Develop an interview strategy Based on your self-refection and research, develop a list of fve success stories where you describe experiences in which youve been especially effective and successful This way youll have fve strong examples prepared in advance to draw from Know the interview process Practice interview questions alone and with another person The CCSE has sample interview questions for your use Set up a mock interview session with a Career Counselor at the CCSE offce to learn techniques and tips for answering tough questions Practice commonly asked interview questions Although you have no idea of knowing what specifc questions will be asked, there are certain questions that are especially common: Tellmeaboutyourself. Why are you interested in this position? In working at this organization? Whatareyourshortandlong-termgoals? Whatareyourstrengths?Weaknesses? Why are you the best candidate for the position? Whatquestionsdoyouhaveforus? Prepare your interview questions Put together a list of four to six questions to ask at the end of your interview, avoiding those that could be answered by your initial research Your questions should demonstrate your ability to think critically and help you make an informed decision about the job Please see page 32 for examples of questions *Note: During a frst interview it is not appropriate to ask questions about salary or benefts day of the interview Arrive at the interview 10-15 minutes early If you can, check your appearance at a mirror and make any last- minute adjustments There is no excuse for being late to an interview If you fnd yourself running late, call the employer to let them know the situation Find out if s/he can wait for you, or if its better to simply reschedule Also, bear in mind that you should never cancel an interview unless it is an extreme emergency Stage 1: First Impression When you frst meet the interviewer, her or his impression of you will begin immediately Stand, shake hands, and make eye contact Generally, the interviewer will lead you to an interview room and show you where to sit If there are any other people in the room the interviewer will introduce them at this time Greet everyone and, if possible, try to shake their hand At this point, be sure to give an extra copy of your resume to the interviewer(s) if needed, or if youve made changes to the content of your resume Be prepared for some light conversation at this time inTerVieW basiCs 30 Career and job search guide Generally, the interviewer will then provide a quick overview of the interview process, and take some time to discuss the position and organization in more detail If you have questions regarding interview format or need some quick clarifcation regarding the position feel free to ask However, try not to bog down the interviewer with too many questions at this time Stage 2: Discussion of your qualifcations and goals This is the stage when interviewers ask you questions and you respond back Its typically the longest part of the interview process Be prepared to discuss your education, experience, interest, goals, and any information that is presented on your resume Listen carefully and answer all parts of the interviewers questions If you dont understand a question or you mind blanks, politely ask for clarifcation or if you can come back to the question later Whenever possible provide concrete examples Emphasize your strengths and articulate why you are a good ft for the position Even though interviewing can be stressful, try to relax, smile, and be enthusiastic Stage 3: Your questions for the interviewer At this time, the interviewer will ask if you have any questions A good candidate will always have questions Make sure your questions demonstrate that youve done your research and are serious about the position Stage 4: Closing the interview The interviewer will signal you when the interview is over As you prepare to leave, make sure you thank the interviewer, get her or his business card, and restate your interest in the position after the interview After you leave, take a few moments to jot down some notes about the interview Write down anything that stands out in your memory and any additional questions you might have Then, within one day, send a thank you letter You can send the letter either by mail or by e-mail Base your decision on the formality of the organization and your previous correspondence with them For more information on writing thank you notes, see page 18 After the period of time has gone by in which the organization said they would get back to you, follow up with an e-mail or phone call restating your interest and the fact that youre looking forward to hearing from them If you havent heard back from an interview after two follow-ups (at least one week apart), it is probably safe to assume the job has been flled types of interviews ScreeningThese are relatively short conversations recruiters use to determine if a candidate is qualifed TelephoneTelephone interviews are increasingly used by organizations Most commonly they are used as a an initial screening method to narrow a pool of candidates, but some organizations use them as far down the line as third or fourth interviews The majority of employers will inform you in advance and pre-arrange a time to speak with you, but some may just call you Treat this as you would an actual interview One-to-oneThese are one-to-one meetings between the candidate and the interviewer On-siteThis is an invitation to spend time at an organizations offce The employer gains a greater understanding of how you would ft in the organization You get frst-hand exposure to the work environment Off-siteThis is an interview that occurs outside of an organization An example is an on-campus interview or an interview at a career fair CaseCase interviews are geared around solving problems on the spot These questions are designed to give employers insight into your thought process, content knowledge, general knowledge, creativity and communication skills GroupThere are two types of group interviews In the frst youll gather with other candidates to meet with interviewers The second type is more accurately called a Panel Interview, where two or more interviewers team up to ask you questions Second and third roundThese interviews usually last longer, perhaps a half, full or several days, and may involve different formats such as groups or panel interviews Human Resources (HR)Youll either interview with HR right away or later in the interview process If youre interviewing with HR right away treat it as you would a typical interview and do not ask questions about salary and benefts If youre meeting with HR later, after youve been through the interview process, feel free to ask questions about salary and benefts In some organizations HR will formally make the offer of employment These interviews can happen in person (as in a career fair) or over the phone 31 Career and job search guide Tell me about a time when you were on a team, and one of the members wasnt carrying his or her weight If this is one of the leading questions in your job interview you could be in for a behavioral interview Based on the premise that the best way to predict future behavior is to determine past behavior, this style of interviewing is gaining popularity among recruiters If you have experience with traditional interviewing you may fnd the behavioral interview different in several ways: Insteadofaskinghowyouwouldbehaveinaparticular situation, the interviewer will ask you to describe how you did behave You can expect the interviewer to follow up your response with more probing questions such as: what did you say? what were you thinking? and how did you feel? Preparing for a behavioral interview Recallexperienceswhereyouperformedsuccessfully, especially those involving Teamwork, Communication, Adaptability, Leadership, Organization, and Creativity Prepare 2-3 minute descriptions of each. Be ready to give details if asked behaVioraL inTerVieWing Besureeachstoryhasabeginning,middle,andend. Bespecifc.Dontgeneralizeaboutseveralevents;give a detailed description of one S.T.A.R. Technique A strategy for successfully handling behavioral questions is to use the STAR Technique Read up on this technique and then practice using it in a mock interview with a career counselor at CCSE S = Situation Describe the situation you were in Give the interviewer a sense of what happened by providing information about who, what, when, where and why T = Task Explain the task you were facing You could also think of this as the problem or challenge A = Action Describe the action or strategies you used to resolve the task Explain your role in addressing the challenge R = Result Describe the outcome Make sure the result refects positively on you dress For The inTerVieW There are plenty of resources available to give you tips on dressing for an interview Some of the basic points to remember are these: Dress up, rather than down. Its okay to be more formally dressed than the interviewer Most interviewers will expect you to be dressed professionally Keep it conservative, its better to be understated than overstated Do not carry extra items such as a book bag or backpack into the interview Carry a portfolio with several copies of your resume, a copy of your unoffcial transcript, a list of professional references (list three to fve), and any additional information the employer requests Women Ablazerwithmatchingslacksorknee-lengthskirt is preferred Avoid trendy styles and colors Wearshoesorpumpswithnohigherthanatwo- inch heel Basicmakeupisappropriateforthedaytime. Perfumeandjewelryshouldbeunderstated. Men A charcoal gray, navy blue, or black suit is most preferred Avoid trendy styles and colors A solid white shirt or blue shirt is best with a conservative necktie Wear dark leather shoes that are clean, polished, and match the suit Also, wear trouser socks that match your suit Aftershaveandcologneshouldbeunderstated. Limitjewelrytoawatchandaring. 32 Career and job search guide Common questions Tellmeaboutyourself. Why are you interested in working at this organization? Whyareyouinterestedinthisposition? What are your short-term goals? Your long-term goals? Whatareyourstrengths?Yourweaknesses? Whyareyouthebestcandidateforthisposition? Whatquestionsdoyouhaveforme? additional questions How has your education prepared you for this position? Whydidyouchoosethecareerforwhichyouare preparing? Howdidyouselectyourmajor? How do you think a friend, family member, or professor would describe you? What motivates you to put forth your greatest effort? Describe a contribution youve made to a project on which you worked Describetwoorthreeaccomplishmentsthathave given you great satisfaction Whydidyouselectyourcollegeoruniversity? Do you think your grades are a good indicator of your potential? Why or why not? If you could do so, how would you plan your academic studies differently? Whathaveyoulearnedfromyourparticipationin extracurricular activities? Describeyourmostrewardingcollegeexperience. Whatpreviousjobshaveyouheld? What part-time or summer jobs did you like the most? The least? Whathaveyoulearnedfromsomeoftheprevious jobs youve held? In what ways do you think you can make a contribution to our organization? Whatthingshaveyoudonethatdemonstrateyour ability to effectively perform and enjoy this position? Whattwoorthreethingswouldbemostimportant to you in a job? Areyouwillingtorelocate? Areyouwillingtotravel? Howwouldyoudescribetheidealjob? Behavioral interview questions Note: Answer behavioral questions using the STAR technique (see page 36) Tellmeaboutatimewhenyouworkedeffectively as part of a team Givemeanexampleofasomethingyouvedoneto improve your performance in a job, internship or while volunteering Givemeanexampleofasomethingyouvedoneto improve your performance in school Please tell me about a time when you received negative feedback How did you respond and what did you do to improve? Tellmeaboutatimewhenyoudidnotseeeye-to- eye with another person This could be a peer, customer or supervisor Please give me examples of things youve done which demonstrate your level of motivation Give me examples of things youve done which demonstrate your ability to manage your time well Please give me an example of something youve done that demonstrates your creativity Describesomethingyouvedonethatdemonstrates your organizational skills When youve held previous jobs, how did you determine the appropriate and inappropriate things to do? Cite a specifc example TYPiCaL inTerVieW QuesTions 33 Career and job search guide Questions to ask an interviewer WhatkindsofprojectswillIbeworkingon? Howmanypeoplewouldbeinmyimmediatework group? Will I be working with other departments or offces? What is the typical career path for someone in this position? Howwouldyoudescribeyoursupervisionstyle? Howdoyouevaluateperformance? WillIbedoinganytraveling? What types of training do new employees receive? How would you describe your organizations style? Whatdoyouseeasyourorganizationsstrengths and weaknesses? WhenshouldIexpecttohearfromyou? Questions not to ask * HowmuchwillIgetpaid? HowmuchvacationandsicktimewouldIget? Whatbeneftsdoesyourorganizationoffer? * Note: Interviewees typically ask these questions during a second or third round of interviews, or after they have been extended an offer inTerVieW QuesTions To asK/noT asK Does a career in IT Consulting with a dynamic, growing software company interest you? Qualifications Entry-Level Positions Open as an Implementation Consultant US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Bachelors Degree or Higher Proven Technical Skills Open to relocation
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There are many options in the feld of health care From working with people in a clinic or hospital setting, to being behind the scenes and conducting research or designing the medical devices used on those patientsthere are a multitude of opportunities Health-related careers are about people and working with them to keep them healthy and safe Think about these professionals: Physicians, who work to prevent and diagnose illness or injury, and prescribe treatments to their patients; Pharmacists, who distribute medications to patients, but also research, design, develop, and test new medications; Nurses, who diagnose, assess and implement the health care plan; Dentists, who work to preserve and maintain the health of the teeth, gums and supportive bone, and muscles through the artistic application of science in treating their patients; Dental hygienists, who help to maintain the oral health of their patients; Physicaltherapists,whoevaluateandtreatpeople with health problems that impair bodily movement, by working closely with patients to gain physical strength and mobility; Occupational therapists, who work with patients whose ability is limited, by helping them improve their ability to perform tasks in living and working environments; and Veterinarians, who attend to the health care of pets, livestock, zoo, sporting, and laboratory animals by educating their human owners, or by working closely with other disciplines to protect the food supply and monitor infectious disease is a health profession right for you? But did you know that health-related careers might take a different form, such as a: Biomedical engineer, who designs and builds s new devices, instruments and techniques to treat people suffering from injuries or diseases; Biostatisticians, who apply statistical techniques s to scientifc research and help design studies, analyze data and create methods for looking into research problems; Epidemiologists, who study disease trends and s track incidences within a population; and Physicians and other health professionals who s conduct medical research And the list goes on! What is a ft with an it undergraduate degree? Students who receive their degree from the Institute of Technology have a wide variety of interests and career options Degrees in engineering, physical sciences, and mathematics provide tremendous foundations for advancing into a health professional program, especially medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, as well as a host of other programs found right here at the University of Minnesota The education motto of the Institute of Technology Inventing Tomorrowfts with the health professions which demand that health care providers, public health professionals and other allied health practitioners be lifelong learners Science continues to provide new information and challenges for the health professional, just as the aging population brings new dimensions to long-term care, and globalization offers vast opportunities to provide care, conduct research and protect the publics health worldwide How should i begin exploring my options? Ideally, you should begin exploring your options in your freshman year However, many students dont realize what career path they want to pursue until later in their academic careerand thats why the U of M Health Careers Center is here 35 Career and job search guide To help you get started today, here are some ideas for you from the Health Careers Center: Explore the Health Careers Centers website: wwwhealthcareersumnedu Look at the different kinds of health professional programs available right here at the University of Minnesota You will fnd links to professions beyond the U of M as well Takeacoursetohelpyoufushoutyourinterests, such as AHS 1101: Orientation to Health Careers (or the online 1102 version) Thinking about Medical School? Try the online workshop entitled, Planning for Medical School, which can be done on your own time Look here for registration details: wwwhealthcareersumnedu Thinking about a different kind of health profession? Attend an information session in the area of your interest For a schedule of upcoming sessions, please refer to wwwhealthcareersumn edu What do i need to get into a health professional school? When applying to any health professional school and program, remember that many of the programs have competitive admission pools, with more applicants than spots available in the program Make certain that you are knowledgeable about the requirements and deadlines for the program you plan to apply to, and know that those requirements go beyond academic prerequisites Keep informed of these elements throughout time, as sometimes the requirements and prerequisites can change In addition to completing an application, health professional programs may also require some of the following elements: Prerequisitecoursesandifprovided recommended courses Talk to your advisor about the courses you should take Entrancetestsforgraduatelevelprograms,which can vary depending on the program to which you are applying Some exams require coursework and advance preparation, so begin planning early! Lettersofrecommendationfromfaculty or professionals who can articulate your academic ability, refect on your character and professionalism, and your knowledge and experience or familiarity to the feld Personalstatementandessays.Thesemaytake the form of explaining your reasons for pursuing the feld you are applying to or answering a specifc question Workand/orvolunteerexperiencesthatgive you direct experience in the feld and show your commitment to service Interview,ifapplicable.However,thisstepif included usually happens at a later time in the application cycle Where can i fnd more information? The Health Careers Center can help you move yourself in the direction of a health professional program and career The Health Careers Center offers a variety of programs, designed to help students like you determine their best ft with a health profession: Introductory courses for learning about health professions, along with creating a personal action plan; Skill-building workshops for gaining experience, interviewing, and personal statement writing; Program specifc workshops, such as the one entitled Planning for Medical School; Informationsessions,conductedbytheadmissions personnel from the different programs; and Fairsandspecialevents. The Health Careers Center is open MondayFriday, 8 am4:30 pm, and is located in 2-565 Moos Tower, on the second foor, near the Washington Avenue entrance Look here for details: wwwhealthcareersumnedu or contact the Health Careers Center at 612-624-6767 or HCC@umn edu 36 Career and job search guide Register for a Register for a Great Job Search Technique! Great Job Search Technique! Access a wide variety of opportunities and organizations Upload your resume for employer searchable resume books
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