FE 205B Resumes and Job Search Correspondence

Lecture Hours: 1
Credits: 1

Covers the process in creating written materials utilized in the job search process and career management. Includes composition and evaluation of written correspondence, including applications, resumes, and other employment-related communications.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Develop and compose effective communication materials necessary for job search career management.

Content Outline

Gathering necessary documentation of qualifications
- Skills
- Values
- Interests
- Personal attributes
- Educational
- Work and volunteer experience
- Assessing prescribed requirements set forth by the employer
- Job description
- Research employer e.g. Informational interviews, Internet, library
Process of developing written communication materials
- Choose and develop appropriate application materials
  - Employment application
  - Cover letter
  - Skills summary
  - Reference letter
  - Resume
  - Thank you
  - Portfolio creation
  - Other miscellaneous employment related communications
Evaluation Techniques
- Self-evaluation
- Proofreading
- Peer evaluation
- Instructor evaluations