Emailing Cover LetterBe professionalUse appropriate email account nameSend email to a specific person; keep a copy for yourself (sent folder)Use the subject line- job title and your nameAddress the emailInclude email signatureDouble-check spelling and grammarWith email:Subject line: name and position you’re applying forOther GuidelinesUse specific concrete languageI worked as a cookAs a cook, I prepared food, maintained order in the cook area, and managed food requests.Can we still improve the statement?Should only be one page in lengthStrongest and most relevant qualifications should be highlightedOnly highlight two to four qualificationsRESUME (Objective: getting a job interview)Is the first meeting between you and the employerTells a great deal about youGets you the interviewIs your calling card & creates your “first impression”Can Your Resume pass the 10-second test?Ten seconds is the amount of time an employer is going to give your resume before deciding to keep it and read it.Resume GuidelinesKeep as brief as possible while still including essential qualificationsFormat must be pleasing to the eyeShare the right information in an easy-to-read format that looks professionalDo not lie or exaggerateUse words that the interviewer will understandFocus on strengths and accomplishmentsList relevant work history (go back about 15 years)Target your qualifications for the specific jobKeep it to one-two pages (research expectations in terms of resume length) ONE page for the assignmentLabel your second pageNo errorsResume FormattingEmphasize qualifications, organize information, & provide ease of reading:Vary type and spacingUse wide margins and white space for ease of readingUse distinctive headings and subheadingsFormat with two-column spreadBoldface headingsEX: Use Arial 12-pt type for headings; times 10-pt type for textWARNING: Avoid being overly complex or decorativeFormat of ResumesPaper resumesMore polishedFormatting is importantE-resumes (scannable, e-mail, online applications)Your interest in the jobNo length restrictions (within reason)Benefits of keywordsFewer design optionsMore generic lookingAttach as PDFInterviews (Goal: get a job offer)Be prepared, know about the companyTake your resume (even if they have it)A list of referencesEsp. if offered in resumeBusiness card/contact info (personal information)Work samples or a portfolio if requestedDress: dress one step above what you would expectShow up early to observe environmentChem 111 1nd Edition Lecture 2 (September 3rd)Outline of Last Lecture I. Literary vs. News WritingII. Technical Writinga. Technical Writing vs. Academic WritingIII. Starting Your Papera. Workplace Writing WarningsOutline of Current Lecture II. Cover Letter formatsIII. Resume formatsCurrent LectureSuccessful Application Letters & Resumes- Determine manner of employee selection- Customize your information- Goal: get an interview- Standout among applicantsCover letter- introduce and highlight key concepts; capture attention- A place for things that don’t fit on your resume- Don’t give too mych. Save some information for the interview.Resume- “cold hard facts”The Cover Letter- Your cover letter expresses:o Your interest in the jobo Your qualifications for the job- Must be tailored to position and companyThese notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.- Must explain how you. . . o Fit the company (do your research)o Will help and be beneficial to them- “Sells” you to the prospective employerPrewriting- Learn about the company and jobo General job informationo Desired quallifications and skillso Key values and words used by the company- Find company informationo Mission statement, vision, goalso Annual Statemento “Google” the company: look for their website, news releases, news and magazinearticlesComponents of a Cover LetterHeader- make sure you address the letter to a specific person if possible (preferably the interviewer)- Your name/address- Date- Name of Contact person/address- Dear Ms., Mr., Dr., (etc.)o Call and ask if neededFirst Paragraph- Get reader’s attention- Introduce yourself- Explain the purpose of the letterSecond (and Third) Paragraph(s)- Highlight skills and benefits to the company- Provide concrete evidenceo Use information from resumeo Include specific, creditable examples of qualifications for the positiono Use keywords- Begin paragraphs with topic sentences - Practice concise writingConclusion- Conclude by asking for an interview- Thank reader for time and consideration- Provide contact informationClosing Format- Be sure to sign letter- Refer to resume in letter if enclosed- Include “enclosure: resume” line below signature Emailing Cover Letter- Be professional- Use appropriate email account name- Send email to a specific person; keep a copy for yourself (sent folder)- Use the subject line- job title and your name- Address the email- Include email signature- Double-check spelling and grammar With email:  Subject line: name and position you’re applying for Other Guidelines- Use specific concrete languageo I worked as a cooko As a cook, I prepared food, maintained order in the cook area, and managed food requests. Can we still improve the statement?- Should only be one page in length- Strongest and most relevant qualifications should be highlightedo Only highlight two to four qualifications RESUME (Objective: getting a job interview)- Is the first meeting between you and the employer- Tells a great deal about you- Gets you the interview- Is your calling card & creates your “first impression”Can Your Resume pass the 10-second test? Ten seconds is the amount of time an employer is going to give your resume before deciding to keep it and read it. Resume Guidelines- Keep as brief as possible while still including essential qualifications - Format must be pleasing to the eyeo Share the right information in an easy-to-read format that looks professional- Do not lie or exaggerate- Use words that the interviewer will understand- Focus on strengths and accomplishments- List relevant work history (go back about 15 years)- Target your qualifications for the specific job- Keep it to one-two pages (research expectations in terms of resume length) ONE page for