This is a Powerpoint presentation I was assigned in school. This presentation includes some resume writing tips towards the end. Enjoy!

1. The Job Search Where to Start

2. Important Considerations Identify goals and skills Research the job market Develop a well-planned search campaign

3. Job market Research Relationship between your goals and skills and the career field chosen Internships Volunteer Employment Part-time Employ

4. Job Search CAMPAIGN Determine target date for employment Determine time spent for job search Pursue advertised vacancies Develop a networking group Contact employers directly Goals AND skills Education Special Skills and Certifications Employment objective

5. Targeting an Employer Research the company Annual reports Directories Other public records

6. The Resume Purpose Preparation Types of Resumes Chronological Function Combination

7. Parts of the Resume Objective Education Work Experience Qualifications/Skills Community Service/Professional Organizations

8. The Resume Purpose Preparation Types of Resumes Chronological Functional Job specific Situation specific

9. Parts of the Resume Objective Education Work Experience Qualifications/Skills Community Service/Professional Organizations

10. Resume Writing Tips Know the purpose of your resume Make sure to use the right key words Use effective titles Proofread it twice Use bullet points Put the most important information first Pay attention to typography Don’t include irrelevant information

11. Downloading Resume Templates Click the Office button, then click New Search for an appropriate resume template Click Download in the bottom right corner