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The Career Service Office provides you with the opportunity
to:
• Meet with a career counselor on an individual basis, who will
work with your academic adviser, if necessary, to help you with
your career planning.
• Research potential employers related to your major in our
Career Resource area.• Register and utilize the services of the all
University GoldPass System.• Utilize our on-line Interview-Stream
Program.• Review 20 or more on-line Webinars dealing with Career
Services Topics.• Visit with a career counselor in how to find an
internship related to your field of interest.• Create resumes,
cover letters, and other career related correspondence that will
help you secure employment.• Attend UMC’s Job and Internship Fair,
the All University Job and Internship Fair and local area job
fairs.• Participate in on-campus recruiting program.• Research
graduate and professional school opportunities.• Review our career
services Web site to learn more about our programs and connect with
career information and
resources.
In addition Career Services also offers:
• An internship class each spring semester and workshops and
seminars with information about majors, hiring trends, internships,
the job search process and more.
Each time you come into the career service office look around
and see what is new. We are constantly upgrading and adding
services and resources to better serve your career needs. We are
looking forward to meeting and work-ing with you this year as you
plan for your future. We hope to see you in our office soon ( and
often).
Sincerely,
Donald R. Cavalier
Donald R. Cavalier M.S.
Crookston Campus Career and Counseling Department 245C Sargeant
Student Center 2900 University Avenue Crookston, MN 56716-5001
218-281-8586/218-281-8585 Fax: 218-281-8584 E-mail:
[email protected] http://ccs.umcrookston.edu
Dear UMC Student,
Welcome to Career Services for all University of Minnesota,
Crookston students. This Career Services and Academic Planning
Guide is designed specifically with you in mind. Whether you are in
the process of choosing a major or have decided on a major, are
looking for an internship, or interviewing for your first
professional job, we are pre-pared to help you, along with your
academic adviser, every step of the way. Students are encouraged to
visit the UMC Career Center, located in the Sargeant Student
Center, Suite 245 , and to request on-the-spot assistance any time.
We hope you will find this guide helpful and encourage you to take
advantage of the wide variety of career ser-vices and academic
advising services available to you.
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Career Services and Advising UMC On -Line Workshops-Career
Events Calendar and all University Workshops
Career Events Calendar at:
(http://www2.crk.umn.edu/ccs/calendar.htm)
All University Career Workshops
(http://www.St.Paul/careers.umn.edu/workshops/)
CHECKLISTS FOR SUCCESS • FRESHMAN (1nd Year) EXPERIENCE –
INQUIRY & AWARENESS
Decision Making and Goal Setting
“Find your Passion!”
Steps to explore your career options!
I’m not sure what I want to do…?
So What Can I do with a major in…?
How can I take a Career Inventory or Assessment…?
Introduction to Grad Planner (Next Page)
Introduction to Electronic Portfolio (ePortfolio) (Next
Page)
Introduction to the U of M Gold Pass System (Next Page)
Career Assessments:
Keirsey Temperament Sorter
CPP Inventories
Campbell Interest & Skills Survey (CISS)
Myers-Briggs Type Inventory (MBTI) & Strong Interest
Inventory
Sargeant Student CenterOffice Suite: 245Phone: 218-281-8585
Career Services
Contents
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• SOPHOMORE (2nd Year) EXPERIENCE – ASSESSMENT, EXPLORATION,
AND IDENTIFICATION
“Planning for YOUR Future and setting Goals and Connect with
Your Academic Adviser and Career Services Office.”
Identify Your Strengths:
Connect/Reconnect to Your Strengths
Volunteer for Service Learning Activities
Other Possibilities:
Informational Interviews
Utilize On-line Resources:
Interview Stream (http://umn.interviewstream.com/)
Review SOPH-LIST (www.sc.edu/fye/listservs/index.html)
Resume makeover and make sure it is on the GoldPASS System &
Develop Cover Letters and References (See Appendix B)
• JUNIOR (3rd Year) EXPERIENCE – PREPARATION, INVESTIGATION,
AND TESTING CAREER DECISIONS
Looking Back/Looking Ahead: A Major Plan
Understanding Yourself!
There is only one you!
Job Shadowing/Dress for Success
Planning for Your Career/Job Fairs
GETTING THE MOST OUT OF CAREER - RELATED EXPERIENCES – Earn,
Learn,
and Intern!
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• SENIOR (4th Year and Beyond) EXPERIENCE – ACTION,
IMPLEMENTATION,
JOB SEARCH, AND GRADUATE SCHOOL
Job Search Strategies you will use forever
You’ve got an interview, now what…?
Your next big transition-Life after UMC!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AND THE JOB SEARCH
Appendix A ( Resume Worksheet; Sample Resumes 1,2,3,4,5,6,; Word
List)
Appendix B (Sample Letters of Application, Follow-up Letters,
Questions
Frequently Asked During Employment Interviews, Sample letter
for Internship)
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Career Services and Academic Advising can help at every stage of
your planning for life after UMC. We focus on helping you connect
your career, academic and co-curricular experience to life after
college, whether your plans are employment or graduate study.
Career Services and Advising
l Getting Started: UMC has career counselors and academic
advisers skilled in early stages of career planning and academic
planning and development to help you get off on the right foot!
l The UMC Career Services Center provides career planning for
all students interested in their career development.
l Your UMC Academic Department has advisers who specialize in
career op-tions for majors in your field of study. Faculty can
provide you with detailed information about jobs and job search
strategies for specific careers.
l All Career counselors and Academic Advisers work with students
though individual advising and group workshops. Contact your
Academic Adviser to set up an individual advising appointment and
information about ca-reer planning services.
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UMC Online WorkshopsCalendar
(http://www2.crk.umn.edu/ccs/calendar.htm)
All University Workshops
(http://www.stpaulcareers.umn.edu/workshops/)
Improve your job search skills in just 10 minutes by viewing one
of our online workshops. Have more questions after view-ing our
workshops? Call 218-281-8585 or 218-281-8586 to get your questions
answered or to schedule an appointment!
Resumes, CVs, & Cover LettersResume Writing
Resume Writing for Design Fields
Cover Letters & References
Curriculum Vitae Writing
Professional Portfolios
InterviewingEffective Interviewing
Phone Interviews
Job Search StrategiesJobs & Internship Searching
Networking
Networking for International Students
Applying for Federal Jobs
Marketing your Individualized Degree
GLBT Job Search Tips
Professional Associations
Career Services for Student Veterans and Service
Members
Job Fair PreparationJob Fair Success for Undergraduate
Students
Job Fair Success for Graduate Students
Graduate/Professional SchoolGraduate School Planning
Pre-Law Workshop
Writing Effective Personal Statements
Job Offers and Salary NegotiationSalary Negotiation
Transition to EmploymentTransitioning from Student to
Professional
Health Careers Center Short CoursesPlanning for Medical
School
Personal Statements for a Health Program
Interviewing Skills for a Health Program
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FRESHMAN
Checklist for SuccessInquiry & Awareness
Get to know your academic adviser.
Enroll in core courses and First Year Experience program with
the help of your academic adviser and begin student Grad-Planner:
https://onestop2.umn.edu/gradplanner and UMC
Electronic-Portfolio:https://portfolio.umn.edu/portfolio
Inyouracademiccoursework,usetherequiredgeneraleducationcoursesandothercollegecoursestohelpyouexploreyourpotential.You
might wish to take courses and explore subjects that have always
been of interest to you, but that you never before had an
opportu-nity to study.
Visit U of M, Crookston’s Career and Counseling Department for
help with special problems such as career counseling, test anxiety,
lack of
motivation,depression,orstressrelatedactivities(Suite245StudentCenter).
www.umcrookston.edu/ccs/
Exploreyourinterests,abilities,skills,personalityandvalues.Identifyappropriate
career choices by using computerized career
informa-tionsystem,lookingupcareerinformationontheinternet,meetingwithastaffmemberofthecareerservicesofficeforacareercounsel-ingsession,attendinganycareerawarenessworkshopsofferedon-campus,
and sharing your goals with your academic adviser.
LearnUMC’s academic systemutilizing Current Studentsweb
site,class schedule, major requirements and course
prerequisites.
www.umcrookston.edu/currentstudents/
ExploresummerjobsontheCareerServicesWebSite.
www.umcrookston.edu/ccs
Take career-related assessments to identify your interests.
Consid-ertakingtheCampbellSkills& InterestSurvey, theStrong
InterestInventory, the SelfDirected Searchor Myers-Briggs Type
Indicator available in theCareer ServiceOffice, Suite245, Sargeant
StudentCenter.
Continued on back page
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FRESHMAN
Checklist for SuccessInquiry & Awareness
Becomefamiliarwithhowtouseon-lineregistrationwhen scheduling
courses. http://onestop.umcrookston.edu/registration
Studystudenthandbooktolearnofavailableresourcesoncampus.
www.umcrookston.edu/currentstudents/studentservices.aspx
Visit the Academic Assistance Center to review tutoring,
improving your study skills and other services when needed.
Beginyourpersonaldevelopmentbybeing
involvedandparticipateinclubs,activities,servicelearningprojects,committees,intramurals,athletics,studentgovernment,andorganizations.
www.umcrookston.edu/services/studentactivities/
Attendcampuscareer-relatedactivities(careerfairs,joband
internship search workshops).
www.umcrookston.edu/ccs/calendar.htm
ComposeyourrésuméandregisterwiththeUniversityGoldPASS System.
www.goldpass.umn.edu
Secureasummerjoband/ordovolunteerworkthatwillallowyoutogainpracticalexperiencesaboutacareerthatinterestsyouandwillprovideyouwithanopportunitytolearnorrefineskillsthatwillbeattractivetoprospectiveemployers.(Gettingalongwithpeople,
communication,responsibility,honesty,andhumanrelations-
learningtoworkwithindividualsofdifferingbackgrounds)
Considercollegeaspreparationforlife. Excel academically, do your
best!
Continued . . .
Network! Network!
Network!
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UMC Career Services CenterDecision Making and Goal Setting
Once you’ve explored career and educational options, you are
ready to identify your career objectives. Some of the questions you
may want to answer include, but are not limited to:
l Whatismy“passion”inlife?WhatdoI“really”wanttodo?
l WhatdoIwanttoBE?
l Whatwillgetmeupinthemorningtowanttogotowork(fun)?
l WhatkindofworkdoIwanttoperform?
l WhatkindofworkenvironmentwouldIlike?
l WhatcareerdoIpreferorindustrydoIlike?
l WherewouldIprefertowork?
l WhatkindofpeopledoIwanttoworkwith?
l WhatsalarydoIconsiderappropriate?Realistically!
l DoIhavespecialneedstoconsider?
l
Howrealisticaremyexpectationsconsideringmyinterest,skills,values,andabilitiesandthe
realityofthejobmarket?
Ifyouneedassistancewithclarifyingyourcareergoals,choosingamajor,makingdecisionsorfindingacareer-relatedposition,andwhatcoursestotake,besuretomakeanappointmentwithyouracademicadviserorwitha
career counselor.
Obtainingcareerexperiencesisalsoagoodwaytotryoutyourtentativecareerdecisions.Acareer-relatedpart-timejob,
internship,work-studyposition,summer job,orservice
learningpositioncanhelpyoudecideonacareerpath.TheCareerServicesofficecanhelpyoulocatetheseopportunities.
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Find Your Passion!Steps to Explore Your Career Options
I’M NOT REALLY SURE WHAT I WANT TO DO OR WHAT I HAVE A PASSION
FOR
F A career counselor can suggest strategies to help you uncover
your interests and narrow them down.
F
TheCareerServicesstaffandWebsiteofferresourcesthatcanhelpyouresearch
careeroptions.
SO WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN….?
F Keepaneyeoutforworkshopofferingsandalumnipanels.
F Check www.umcrookston.edu/ccstogetinformationofwhatyou
candowithyourmajor/s.
F
Meetwithyouracademicadviserand/oraCareerCounselorwhocanhelpyoulayout
a plan to explore your interest and connect with alumni and
professionals.
HOW CAN I TAKE A CAREER INVENTORY OR ASSESSMENT?You can schedule
a career assessment, but they really aren’t tests. The assessments
that we use take an inven-
tory and helps you organize your interests, values, skills, and
careers that relate to these areas. The results help
youtoreflectonwhatyoureallyneedtoknowaboutyourselftoplanforyourfuture.Visitingwithacareer
counselor about your results can help you see how you can use
what you’ve learned to make career decisions.
More
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CAREER ASSESSMENTSCareer Assessment allows you to assess and
examine your interests, work values, personality, and beliefs
about
yourworkskills.Youcantakepaperand/oron-lineassessmentswhichofferawealthofinformationabout
careers.Youcansearchforinformationoncareers,compareyourassessmentresultswiththeinformation
provided,createacareergoalplanandsaveitallinyourUniversityGradationPlanner:https://onestop2.umn.
edu/gradplanner/home.jsporOnlineePortfolo:https://portfolio.umn.edu/.
ThefollowingassessmentsareavailablethroughtheCareerServicesoffice.Werecommendyoumakean
appointmentwithourofficebycalling218-281-8586ordropbySuite245intheSargeantStudentCenter.
Keirsey Personality Inventory
-Thisisafreeservice.Atestwhichisbasedonaseriesofquestionsandmultiple
questionanswers,calculatestheuser'spersonalitytemperament.
CPP
Inventories-Thisservicedoescostmoney,butisasurewayofofknowingexactlywhatfieldsyouqualify
for.ContacttheCareerServicesofficetotakethistest.
CISS (Campbell Interest and Skills
Survey)-TheCISStestincludesinterestscalesthathelpassessanindividual's
attractiontospecificoccupationalareasandprovidesacomparisontopeoplewhoarehappilyandsuccessfully
employedinthosefields.Inaddition,theCISSinstrumentgoesbeyondtraditionalinventoriesbyaddingparallel
skillscalesthatpresentanestimateoftheindividual'sconfidenceinhisorherabilitytoperformvariousoccupa-
tionalactivities.Together,thetwotypesofscalesprovidemorecomprehensive,richerdatathaninterestscores
alone.ThistestisavailablebyappointmentattheCareerServicesOffice.
Meyer Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and the Strong Interest
Inventory are in depth assessments available
throughtheCareerServicesOfficeandrequiresaminimumoftwoadvisingsessions.TheMBTI
helps you to as-
sesshowyourpersonalitypreferencesmightinfluenceyourcareerchoicesandhelpsyoutounderstandyourself
andyourinteractionswithothers(atworkorinyourpersonallife).TheStrong-Interest
Inventory helps you to
clarifyandreflectonyourinterestssoyoucanbetterunderstandandexpandonpossiblecareerchoices.
TheseinventoriesareavailablebyappointmentattheCareerServicesoffice.
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Resume WorksheetResume Worksheet
Use this as a guide to assist you in developing ideas
______________________________________________First Name, Middle
Initial*, Last Name
______________________________________________Street Address,
Apartment #, City, Sate, Zip Code
______________________________________________Area Code,
Telephone Number
Career Objective* (Summary of Qualifications/Profile)
___________________________________________________________________________
Brief statement that indicates the position you are seeking
Education ___________________________________________
____________________________ Degree Earned Graduation Date
(month/year)
___________________________________________ Major, Minor,
Emphasis
___________________________________________ School Name, City,
State
___________________________________________ GPA*, Education
Honors*, Hours Worked*
Professional/Special Skills*
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Indicate information describing special abilities you possess that
are associated with your major (e.g. Job related skills, computer
knowledge, foreign languages, special talents)
Related Work Experience (if no related experience, label as Work
Experience) ___________________________________________
____________________________ Title or Position Starting and Ending
Dates
___________________________________________ Name of Business or
Organization, City, State
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Indicate a brief job description — start statement with an action
verb!
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Repeat Procedure (may include volunteer experience, internships)
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____________________________ Title or Position Starting and Ending
Dates
___________________________________________ Name of Business or
Organization, City, State
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Indicate a brief job description — start statement with an action
verb!
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Repeat Procedure ___________________________________________
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Professional: Organizations/Clubs/Certifications*
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Awards/Honors/Scholarships*
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Military History*
___________________________________________________________________________
Rank, Branch of Service, Dates Enlisted-Separated, Assignment,
Awards, Special Talents, etc.
Activities/Interests/Hobbies*
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___________________________________________
References Available upon request or they may be listed
Hints: Organize information in reverse chronological order Use
short, punchy statements that start with action
verbs Stay away from using pronouns, abbreviations, or
acronyms Put most important items first Attempt to keep your
resume to 1 page (under-
grads) and 2 pages (graduate students) Don’t dwell on high
school accomplishments
Community Involvement
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Research
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Course Work
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A resume uses an outline form. Most resumes have six to nine
major sections. The number and type of headings used depends upon
the person’s background, career interests, and personal preference.
Below are listed four commonly used resume outlines which can vary
according to the person using the outline.
Resume #2
Identification (name)Permanent Address Temporary
AddressTelephone Number Telephone Number
GoalPersonalEducationExperienceMilitary ExperienceSpecial
Skills, Clubs, and OrganizationsHonors, Awards,
ScholarshipsLanguagesReferences
FunctionalResume #3
Identification (name)
Permanent AddressTemporary AddressTelephone
NumberObjectiveEducationRelated ClassesExperience or Related
ExperienceAdditional InformationReferences
Resume #4
Identification (name) Address Telephone Number
Resume
Personal DataProfessional
ObjectiveQualificationsEducationMilitaryExtracurricular
ActivitiesInterests and HobbiesReferences
ChronologicalResume #1
Identification (name, address, and telephone numbers)
Career Objective Education Work Experience (dates)
Professional/Civic Activities Extracurricular Activities
Publication/Research Honors and Activities References
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Sample Layout Format 1 Chronological ResumeSample Layout
PO Box 1234College Town, US 12675
(102) 834-8223
JOB OBJECTIVE: A growth position in Public Relations leading to
project management.
RELEVANT STATE UNIVERSITYEDUCATION: COLLEGE OF ARTS AND
SCIENCES9/2000 - Present College Town, US English Major/Minor in
Journalism - GPA 3.5 Bachelor Degree expected in May 2004 Major
courses include: Public Relations Graphics Presentation Speech I,
II, III Media Management Journalism I, II Microcomputer
Applications English Composition Statistical Presentation
9/99 - 5/2000 YORTOWN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF HUMANITIES
Yortown, US Media Technology Major - GPA 4.0 President of Student
Tribunal Member, Public Relations Student Association Member,
National Association of Female Executives Sigma Sigma Sigma
RELEVANT CORPORATE COMPUTER SERVICES, INC.EXPERIENCE: TECHNICAL
SUPPORT6/2001 - 12/2001 Corporate, US Technical Writer - College
Internship Aided in writing and revising user manuals for software
programs and sales
support. Revised three published and marketed users’ manuals.
Evaluation stated, “most promising we’ve seen.” Asked to return on
a part-time basis.
OTHER STATE UNIVERSITYEXPERIENCE: COMPUTER SERVICES9/2000 -
5/2001 College Town, US Student Technician - Part-time Responded to
on-campus needs for additional computer hardware. Processed
requests for warranty work and support contracts. Utilizing
Macintosh computer, helped to revise forms used in contract
process.
HOBBIES AND Help to write political speeches and have enjoyed
campaigning with my father inINTERESTS: State political races.
REFERENCES: Excellent references available upon request.
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Sample Layout Format 2 Chronological ResumeClaudia Loren
88 Ohio Street, Townhouse 31Fertile, Minnesota 56540
218.555.1489 (W) 218.555.1998 (H)
OBJECTIVEPosition as director of a private nonprofit corporation
dedicated to the development of communities.
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENTNovember, 2000 PRINCIPAL, LOREN &
ASSOCIATES. Currently operating Loren & Associates,to present a
consulting firm specializing in project management for public
agencies.
September, 1998 ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, WINMARK ENTERPRISES. Worked
with the majorto October, 2000 lenders in the Whatcity area to
incorporate energy into the underwriting process.
Also administered three federal grants.
August, 1994 MANAGER, WHATCITY TOWN DEVELOPMENT DIVISION.
Supervised anto August, 1998 administrative budget and a staff of
35 full-time employees. Programs run by the office included:
Community Development Block Grant, 312 Loan Program, Uni-
fied Weatherization.
January, 1990 PLANNER III, WHATCITY TOWN DEVELOPMENT DIVISION.
Head of theto August, 1994 Planning and Strategy Unit. Coordinated
community development plans and the
county’s housing program.
October, 1987 DIRECTOR OF HOUSING, WHATCITY COLLEGE. Coordinated
housingto December, 1990 arrangements for 3,000 students.
Supervised a staff of 11. Succeeded in
changing a 78-year old policy against having pets in
dormitories. Set up the successful “Host Cat” and “Host Dog”
programs in which each dormitory adopted a friendly animal to greet
residents.
EDUCATION2000 to 2004 University of Minnesota, Crookston, 2900
University Avenue, Crookston, MN, B.S. Agricultural Management
1998 to 2000 Northland Community College, Thief River Falls, MN,
A.A.S., Economics
ORGANIZATIONS2003 City Council Member, Fertile, MN
2000 to present Board Member, Park Maintenance Fund, Fertile,
MN
REFERENCES Available upon request
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Sample Layout Format 3 Functional ResumeRichard Gillespie
12 Timberidge Drive, Grand Forks, North Dakota 58202Home (701)
777-4003
Email: [email protected] accounting and finance
professional with 2 years experience in the financial services and
leasing industry, including global and domestic exposure and
specialization in business planning, joint venture accounting, and
reporting & analysis.
Areas of Expertise
Business Planning l Managed entire financial function business
plans, including end-of-lease projections, and present to senior
management nationally and internationally. l Improved accuracy and
efficiency of plan preparation within 3 months. l Gathered
financial data for competitive analogs and company IPO. l
Participated in due diligence and financial analysis for mergers
and acquisitions, asset securitization, and the redesign of 2
divisions.
Joint Venture Accounting l Managed entire financial function of
JVs, including reporting & analysis, business planning,
pricing, portfolio accounting, cash operations, and sales
compensation. l Proactively made recommendations to the president
& COO. l Developed and improved relationships with JV partners,
monitored compliance, negotiated changes to contractual operating
agreements, and resolved partnership disputes. l Selected to manage
a large vendor relationship with over $90,000 in new business
volumes. l Significantly improved the accuracy and integrity of
financial statements within one month. l Coordinated systems
conversions, external audits and assets securitization.
Reporting & Analysis l Oversaw timely and accurate reporting
to the board of directors and senior management. l Prepared monthly
corporate reporting packages, including portfolio performance
statistics such as delinquency of owned and securitized assets,
no-accruals, repossessed assets, and the adequacy of bad debt and
specific reserves. l Reported risk management information such as
end of lease performance, asset concentrations, and residual
exposure.
Employment HistoryMetLife, Bridgewater, minnesota May,
2002-PresentDirector of Accounting Department
AT&T, Basking Ridge, MinnesotaController, November,
2000-May, 2002Director, Joint Ventures, January, 1999-November,
2000EducationUniversity of Minnesota, CrookstonB.S., Accounting,
May, 2006 GPA 3.4
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COLLEGE TOWN, US 12675(102) 834-8223
OBJECTIVE A Retail Management position with a progressive
merchandising organization.
EDUCATION
RETAIL MANAGEMENT MAJOR — Bachelor Degree Received June,
2004
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS — AUSTIN, TEXAS — GPA 3.3Major Coursework
Includes:Marketing I, II & III; Advertising, Accounting I &
II; Labor Relations; Economics; Business Law; Statistics;
Microcomputer Applications; Problems in Business Management;
Finance; along with English, Math & History general
requirements.
Extracurricular Involvement Includes: President of Future
Business Leaders of America Club College of Business Honor Society
Alpha Alpha Alpha Basketball Cheerleader — 2002 & 2004
EXPERIENCE
RETAIL CLERK — Part-time and Summers — 1999 to PresentBlazers —
Austin, TexasMajor Responsibilities Include:Sell women’s sportswear
in a speciality shop atmosphere. Maintain database of customers,
special order merchandise, receive and mark merchandise, create
specialty displays of sales merchandise and aid in opening and
closing the store.Accomplishments Include: Helped to open the
store. It is now one of the major profit centers of this 2.4
Million Dollar in
sales chain. Designed advertising for two major sales in which
budgeted gross was exceeded by 10.3% and
9.8%. Considered a “Lead Sales Person.” Have planned manpower
requirements and supervised the
work of others.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTESAccustomed to accepting responsibility,
delegating authority and working with people at all levels. Able to
plan, organize, develop and supervise day to day activity and
special projects. Have good sense of humor. Dedicated to producing
timely results.
REFERENCESAvailable upon request
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Sample Layout Format 5 Combination ResumePO BOX 1234
COLLEGE TOWN, US 12675(102) 834-8223
OBJECTIVEA computerized technical support position, utilizing
network, hardware and software interface technology.
HARDWAREUtilized IBM and compatible hardware; Compaq; Display
Writer System; NEC Personal Computer; Facet Potter; Epson, Hewlett
Packard and Cannon printers on a daily basis both in multiple
internships and in the college lab. Established network hookups
with Ethernet and token-ring systems. Intimate experience with
MODEM, electronic FAX and voice boards. Coursework in X Windows
Programming.
SOFTWAREStudies Unix network programming and “C” with control
flow. I/0 functions, arrays, pointers, structures and unions.
Developed computer labs in two internships utilizing PC operating
systems, batch files, configuring DOS and Windows, memory
management. Utilizing BASIC, DOS, Database IV, Lotus 1-2-3, and
Microsoft Works.
COMMUNICATION SYSTEMSDeveloped graphic communications systems
appropriate to printed documents, including typography and
photography. Aided in the design and development of computer
information system and programs using hardware and software for
sound, still-image video, full-motion video and interactive
applications. Senior Design project involved audio mixing software
– awarded “A” in the project.
EDUCATIONUNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, CROOKSTON, Crookston, MN. 2000
– PresentInformation Technology Management MajorBachelor Degree
Expected in May, 2004
SAVOY COLLEGE, St. Albans, NY. 1998 – 2000Media Design
Technology Major Associate Degree Received in August, 2000
INTERNSHIPSBIEDERMAN LABORATORIES, St. Albans, NY. Summer,
2003WOLCOTT ENGINEERING, Fransisco, NY. Summer, 2002Computer
Installation Technician
WILLING TO TRAVEL AND/ OR RELOCATE
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Sample Layout Format 6 Combination ResumeMOLLEY RACHEL
KANTRELL
567 Gold Hill RoadCrookston, MN 56716
(218) 281-8585E-mail: [email protected]
OBJECTIVEA growth-oriented Executive Sale/Marketing position
Skills
EDUCATIONBS Degree, Applied Management, May, 2004
University of Minnesota, Crookston
HONORS AND EXPERIENCE President/Vice President, Student Forum,
2000-2002 Outstanding Senior Award, Student Forum, June, 2001 Sales
Associate, Crookston Camera Shop, Crookston, MN, 2000 Grants &
Public Relations Intern, Crookston Museum of Art, 2000 Public
Relations Intern, Crookston County Chapter, American Heart
Association, 1999
ORGANIZATION Delegated jobs to work committees, planned and
managed all activities, and set standard for the smooth running of
student senate as the president.
Composed press releases, assembled press kits and collected data
for an advertising campaign for the Crookston Museum of Art.
Implemented programs designed to promote scholastic achievement
within college club; resulted in presentation of Scholastic
Excellence Award by the Pan-Hellenic Council.
Scheduled and assisted in fund-raising events, assembled press
clippings and wrote press releases for the Heart Association as an
intern.
COMMUNICATION Acted as a liaison between active and alumni
members and promoted international club activities both within the
chapter and in various other settings through public speaking
events as an executive officer.
Worked with customers assisting them with their cameras and
photographs, and informed the public about upcoming sales and new
merchandise as a camera shop sales associate.
Implemented new public relations programs, working closely with
the Crookston Museum of Art Public Relations/Development
Department.
Operated communication systems between office volunteers and
staff of the Heart Association as an intern.
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Guidelines for Letter of Application221 Poplar StreetCrookston,
MN 56716May 18, 2003
Mr. John P. Johnson, Vice PresidentAjax Accounting Company555
Tamarack DriveBillings, MT 59801
Dear Mr. Johnson:
First Paragraph. In your initial paragraph, state the reason for
the letter, name the specific position or type of work for which
you are applying, and indicate from which resource (career center,
news media, friend, employment service) you learned of the
opening.
Second Paragraph. Indicate why you are interested in the
position, the company, its products or services—above all, what you
can do for the employer. If you are a recent graduate, explain how
your academic background makes you a qualified candidate for the
position. If you have some practical work experience, point out
your specific achievements or unique qualifications. Try not to
repeat the same information the reader will find in the resume.
Third Paragraph. Refer the reader to the enclosed resume or
application blank, which summarizes your qualifications, training,
and experiences, or whatever media you may be utilizing to present
yourself.
Final Paragraph. In the closing paragraph, indicate your desire
for a personal interview and your flexibility as to the time and
place. Repeat your phone number in the letter and offer any
assistance to help in a speedy response. Finally, close your letter
with a statement or question which will encourage a response. For
example, state that you will be in the city where the company is
located on a certain date and would like to set up an interview.
Or, ask if the company will be recruiting in your area, or if it
desires additional information or references.
Sincerely yours,
/s/ Thomas L. Smith
Thomas L. Smith
Enclosure
Heading:
Inside Address:
Salutation:
Complimentary Close:Signature: Be sure to sign the letter.
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Sample Letter of Application1053 Christopher StreetCrookston, MN
56716January 23, 2003
Mr. Joseph C. SmithOffice ManagerAmerican Equipment Sales
Corp.1288 Great Lakes Blvd.Minneapolis, MN 55453
Dear Mr. Smith:
This is a letter of application for employment with your
company.
As indicated on the attached resume, I recently graduated from
the University of Minnesota, Crookston, and am interested in
relocating to Minneapolis. Your company was recommended as a
possibility for employment through my acquaintance with one of your
employees, Miss Brenda Farr.
I would like the opportunity to complete an application and have
a personal interview, which can be arranged at your
convenience.
Sincerely,
/s/ Joan Smith
(Miss) Joan Smith
Enclosure
Heading: Your address and date of letter.
Inside Address: Name and address of person or firm whom you are
writing.
Salutation: Use Gentlemen unless writing to a specific
person.
Indicate your reason for writing and name the position for which
you are applying.
Describe your qualifications and state why you are interested in
the job or company.
Request an interview or other type of follow-through.
Complimentary Close:
Signature: Be sure to sign the letter.
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Sample Letter for InternshipJanuary 1, 2008
Ann SpinAssistant ManagerAgriculture Management IncorporatedP.O.
Box 152Downtown, MN 56398
Dear Ms. Spin,
As a student at the University of Minnesota, Crookston pursuing
a career in _________________________________, I am very interested
in interning at ____________________. I have chosen a career in
_________________________ because of the opportunities for
continuing exploration and the power to effect change that it
affords ____________. I believe an internship with your
_________________ will only further my experiences and knowledge in
the field.
I am looking for an internship that will allow me to build on my
experience in ____________________________. John Carter and Lisa
Lee, two former interns, have highly recommended your program to
me.
I’ve been to (city or town) and spent a lot of time in that area
of the state; I would relish the chance to get to know your area. I
also hear that your program teaches its interns a lot about
hands-on experiences, and gives them the opportunity to
___________. The program sounds exciting, and I’d love to take part
in it. I think _______________ is really one of the most ambitious
companies I’ve seen.
After graduation, I hope to find employment in the
_________________ industry, and go from there. Ideally, I would
like to end up making a career in ______________, somewhere for a
major corporation/company like yours.
I would very much like to work for you as an intern. Please find
enclosed my resume for your review. If this proves satisfactory,
you can reach me at _____________________, telephone number
1-218-281-0000. Thank you very much for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Jean R. Fisher
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User Guide
1) Access your career center’s InterviewStream portal by
visiting your career center’s
website.
2) Click Create Account to create a free account or login with
your email and password
in the upper right corner of the page.
3) Enter your Name, Username or Email, create a password and
then click Sign Up.
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User Guide
I have a webcam:
1) Click Conduct Interview if you have a webcam and are ready to
pick your interview
questions and get started.
2) If you don’t have a webcam, click Schedule Interview and
choose a date or time this
semester to visit your career center’s interview station.
3) Watch an 8 module, on-demand webinar of career expert Rob
Sullivan walking you
through the entire interview process.
4) View the InterviewSuite where you will see video tips on how
to approach common
interview questions from career experts Vicky Oliver and Rob
Sullivan.
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User Guide
1) Select from a pre-built interview and click Choose This
Interview.
2) Or, click Customize Your Own Interview to access our Drag n’
Drop interview
creator where you can choose from 1500+ interview questions.
3) Click each folder to open that category. Then click the
question and drag it to the
My Interview column on the right. When finished scroll down and
click BEGIN.
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User Guide
MAC USERS: Use Safari and if your MAC built-in webcam is not
working, change the Flash settings
Press Ctrl and Click Your Mouse
Pick USB Video Class Video
After clicking begin interview:
1) Select your webcam
2) Select your microphone
3) Click TEST and check that everything
is working
4) Speak in the microphone normally and
drag the bar up to make sure you pass
yellow levels
5) As soon as you hit the target levels, the
Continue button will light up
6) If there is NO microphone activity, click
Change Settings and pick another
microphone
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User Guide
1) The time bar will slide across giving you 2
minutes to respond to each question.
2) The RECORDING sign will light up green
indicating your webcam is on.
3) Click the mouse anywhere when you’re done
and your webcam will stop recording.
After a brief video introduction:
The interviewer will ask you the 1st question.
The timer will count down 3..2..1.. before your
webcam starts automatically recording your
response.
1) Review – you will watch your response to the
question you were just asked.
2) Retry – this will erase your previous response
and you will be asked the same question again
by the interviewer.
3) Continue –your response will be saved and you
will be asked the next question.
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Users are automatically routed back to their user dashboard and
sent an email with their interview link after
their interview is complete.
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Non-Verbal Communication Excellent Good Needs Improvement N/A
Rate Yourself On: Direct Eye Contact Appropriate Appearance/Attire
Upright Posture Friendly Demeanor/Smile Conveyed self confidence
Verbal Communication Did You…? Avoid saying Umm, like, I mean, you
know Use proper grammar/avoids slang terms Articulate relevant
skills and accomplishments Communicate well defined career goals
Express ideas clearly Convey decision making ability Emphasize your
strong points Other Questions to Consider: Did you answer the
questions/stick to the subject? How well did you focus on your
ability to learn quickly, communication skills, analytical
abilities and other strengths? Were you prepared to answer tough
questions? Could you comfortably discuss any aspect of your resume?
How well did you describe past experience? Did you criticize a
former employer, friend, colleague or were you able to remain
positive? Evaluate your grammar. Did you stumble? Counselor
Comments/Recommended Next Steps: (In-Person Meeting)
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The following questions are intended to provide examples of
things you may be asked to discuss during employment interviews.
You may find it helpful to ask a friend to participate with you in
a practice session in which you take turns as employer and
candidate in asking and answering these questions. By assuming both
roles, you not only gain some experience in presenting yourself,
but also get a feel for the employer’s perspective. What kinds of
things do you react to either positively or negatively in your
friend’s responses?
1. What are your long and short range goals and objectives, when
and why did you establish these goals, and how are you preparing
yourself to achieve them?
2. What specific goals, other than those related to your
occupation, have you established for yourself for the next ten
years?
3. What do you see yourself doing five years from now? Ten years
from now? 4. What do you really want to do in life? 5. What are
your career goals? 6. How do you plan to achieve your career goals?
7. What are the most important rewards you expect in your career?
8. What do you expect to be earning in five years? 9. Why did you
choose the career for which you are preparing?10. Which is more
important to you, the money or the type of job?11. What do you
consider to be your greatest strengths and weaknesses?12. How would
you describe yourself?13. How do you think a friend or professor
who knows you well would describe you?14. What motivates you to put
forth your greatest effort?15. How has your college experience
prepared you for a career?16. Why should I/we hire you?17. What
qualifications do you have that make you think that you will be
successful in your chosen field?18. How do you determine or
evaluate success?19. What do you think it takes to be successful in
an organization like ours?20. In what ways do you think you can
make a contribution to our organization?21. What qualities should a
successful manager possess?22. Describe your most rewarding college
experience.25. If you were hiring a graduate for this position,
what qualities would you look for?26. Why did you select your
college or university?27. What led you to choose your field of
major study?28. What college subjects did you like best? Why?29.
What college subjects did you like least? Why?30. If you could do
so, how would you plan your academic study differently? Why?31.
What changes would you make in your college or university? Why?32.
Do you have plans for continued study? An advanced degree?33. Do
you think that your grades are a good indication of your academic
achievements?34. What have you learned from participation in
extracurricular activities?35. In what kind of a work environment
are you most comfortable?36. How do you work under pressure?37. In
what part-time or summer jobs have you been most interested?
Why?38. How would you describe the ideal job for you following
graduation?39. Why did you decide to seek a position with this
organization?40. What do you know about our
organization/company?
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43. What criteria are you using to evaluate the organization for
which you hope to work?44. Do you have any geographical preference?
Why?45. Will you relocate? Does relocation bother you?46. Are you
willing to travel?47. Are you willing to spend at least six months
as a trainee?48. Why do you think you might like to live in the
community in which our organization is located?49. What major
problem have you encountered and how did you deal with it?50. What
have you learned from your mistakes?51. How do you spend your spare
time? What are your hobbies?52. What percentage of your college
expenses did you earn? How?53. How did you spend your vacations
while you were in school?54. Can you take instructions without
feeling upset?55. What men and women have influenced your life most
and why?56. What do you mean by “social problem solving,” “working
with people,” (and other similar phrases that you have used
verbally,
on resumes, etc.)?57. Tell me a story.58. How did you decide to
go to college?59. Are you an indoor or outdoor type person?60. What
are three things you would like to accomplish in your lifetime?
The following questions provide information that is usually
irrelevant and could lead to discrimination in hiring. They do not
help the employer assess whether the applicant can do the job. An
applicant who is asked these questions by an employer may likely
have the basis to file a complaint under civil rights legislation.u
What is your age or date of birth?u Have you been arrested or
convicted of a crime? (An employer probably has the right to
exclude persons who have been
convicted of certain offenses from consideration for certain
jobs. The best practice is to obtain conviction information through
local police departments rather than from applicants. The existence
of a criminal record should not constitute an automatic bar to
employment.)
u Are you available for Saturday or Sunday work? (An employed
must be able to show such work is essential to the business, since
the question discriminates against applicants of religions that
prohibit Saturday or Sunday work.)
u How many children do you have? What are their ages? Have you
made child care arrangements? (This question insinuates absenteeism
and tardiness and discriminates against women, often expected to be
responsible for child rearing.)
u What is your national origin?u What is your credit record? Do
you own your own home, furniture, car?u What is your eye and hair
color?u Has a fidelity bond ever been refused to you? (In the past
an applicant might have been denied a bond for discriminatory
reasons).u What is your garnishment record?u What is your maiden
name?u What is your marital status? Circle one: Mr., Mrs., Missu
What is your prior married name?u What is your sex?u What is your
spouse’s name or work?u Are you widowed, divorced, or separated?u
Can you provide a photograph of yourself?u If you entertain, how
often?u Have you had any serious illness or injury?u Do you live
with your parents?u Have you saved any money?u Do you have any
debts?u What are your parents’ occupations?u Do you date anyone
regularly? Is it serious?u How do you feel about your family?u How
much do you weigh?
These question are discriminatory:
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Mr. Richard D. McCormick, PresidentU S West Corporation7800 East
Orchard AvenueCrookston, MN 56716
Dear Mr. McCormick:
I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed our conversation on
Monday afternoon. The Financial Planning position which you
described sounded both interesting and challenging.
As I mentioned to you, my previous experience in the area
ofFinancial Planning includes work for both A.T. & T. and the
GeneralElectric Company.
While at General Electric, I was the primary force behind
thedevelopment of the corporation’s latest five-year financial
plan. Ifeither you or Mr. Wilson are interested, I would be glad to
sketch outin more detail the exact accomplishments which I made in
this area,and the systems we used.
I will be out of town next week, Mr. McCormick. After that, I
certainly hope we can explore things further at your convenience.
Aspreviously stated, I am very confident regarding my
potentialcontribution to U S West.
Thank you again for your time.
Sincerely,
Marsha Randall
For followingup aninterview . . .
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