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CONVERTING A CV

TO A RESUME

OVERVIEW

What is a CV?

What are the differences between a CV and a resume?

Marketing your skills and experience

Creating a successful resume

Major components of a resume

What is a CV?

Outlines your academic achievements and experiences

Typically focuses on research and teaching experiences, which are major responsibilities of faculty positions within academia

Used most often to apply for: Faculty positions Research-intensive, scientific or clinical positions Fellowships, grants or awards

What are the differences between a CV and a resume?

Length is variable

Used to construct a scholarly identity

(detailed synopsis) describing your

academic achievements/crede

ntials

Used for job searches within academia and

research-oriented areas

Typically 1-2 pages in length

Used to construct a professional

identity (around skills and

experience)

Used for positions outside of

academia (i.e. business, non-

profit, government, etc.)

Both are used to get an interview!

CV Resume

NOTE: Resumes & CVs should be tailored to the position

Major components of a resume

Make your resume concise and error-free.

Articulate the match between you and the position.

Market your relevant skills by illustrating them in action.

Leave out references. Make your resume unique

and tailored to each position.

Keep your resume simple and avoid being too dense.

RESUME Remember to…

Contact information Objective Summary of skills Education Experience Professional

membership/leadership Community

activities/leadership Skills Selected

publications/presentations Additional information

What skills do all graduate students have?

Interpretation and analysis Abstract reasoning and problem solving Research Synthesis of ideas/concepts Communication (verbal/written) Self management, initiative and motivation A questioning mindset Ability to express complex information simply And many others…

Crafting a successful resume

Find a job to apply to

Do your homework! Research the company or organization and

the general requirements of the position Company website Online articles about the company Know about trends in the field and within that

organization

Read the job posting (multiple times)!

RESUME REVIEW

BREAK!

CREATING YOUR COVER LETTER

This is your first impression

Introduction of yourself

Your most significant and relevant experiences

A fit between your skills/strengths and the job requirements

A chance to move beyond the resume

Who to address the letter to? A specific individual within the

organization

A person with the ability to hire you

Dear Mr./Ms./Dr…

Paragraph 1

Your opening Why are you writing What are you applying to

Grab attention early on

Demonstrate knowledge of organization

Paragraph 2-3

Tell your story Why this company? Why this position? What qualifications? What experiences? How do you fit?

Provide examples

Paragraph 4

Closing time- make them want to read your resume

Restate your interest

Keep control if possible

Provide contact information

Thank them for their consideration

Practice Time!

INTERVIEW SKILLS &

NEGOTIATIONS

True or False - Interviews

You should schedule your first interviews with companies in which you are most interested.

FALSE

You do not have to answer questions regarding age, sex, race, national origin, or marital status.

TRUE

Conducting an informational interview can be an effective way to find a job.

TRUE

It is important to discuss salary requirements early in the interview.

FALSE

“Tell Me About Yourself” should be no more than 2 minutes unless questioned further.

TRUE

Avoid eye contact with the interview since it will make the him/her uncomfortable.

FALSE

If you are asked any weaknesses, you should never give any.

FALSE

Types of Interviews

Screening On-Campus Interviews Preliminary Interviews

Quick Tips Go to a quiet place Speak slowly and smile Have resume and job description in front of

you

Types of Interviews continued…Hiring Interviews Immediate supervisor/director Panel or Board Interviews Series

Behavioral-based Interviews Experiences, behaviors, knowledge, skills, and

abilities

Quick Tips STAR format

SituationTaskActionResult Download Interviewing Skills Guide on hireacane.com!

Salary & Benefits - Negotiations

Let The Employer Make the First Salary Offer

Do Not Agree ImmediatelySaying “okay” or “yes” to the first salary offer can leave thousands of dollars on the table.

Know How Much Money You Are Worth & The Job PaysCombined experience plus research the market and costs of living.

paycheckcity.com, Glassdoor.com/Salaries, naceSalarySurvey,

Activity : Negotiating

Salary & Benefits - Negotiations