1. Presenter: Kaneil A. Murray, MSc. (Pending)
Payroll Supervisor, NCU
August 15, 2013
JOB READINESS
NORTHERN CARIBBEAN
UNIVERSITY
2. JOB READINESS
Work is a valuable part of our existence, useful
work not only provide financial gain, but can help
us become happy fulfilled individuals. The world
of work is EXCITING, CHALLENGING and
can also be very SATISFYING.
16. The Reality of Job Hunting
50% of resumes submitted for jobs do not get read.
Even if someone does read your resume, he or she
will likely spend about 15 seconds looking at it.
What are they looking for?
- Has excellent grades
- Is involved in a variety of activities
- Has shown commitment and leadership
in those activities
17. Objective
Employers like to see some kind of objective or
summary statement. The more specific it is the
better, then they will be able to route the resume to
the appropriate people.
Education
At minimum, the education section should
include your
year in school, and when you are expected to
graduate.
18. Work History/Volunteer
Experience:
In this section you will list your prior or current work
experience. You should list your specific job title,
where you worked, and what your specific job
duties were.
Make sure to write your job duties in the correct
tense (past tense).
Your jobs will be listed in chronological order (most
recent to least recent) base on the start date.
19. SKILLS
In this section you will list specific skills you have
that may be helpful for the job. You must be
specific in listing your potential assets to the
company. Skills may include:
Languages spoken
Computer/Typing Skills
Office Equipment Skills
Communication Skills
Electrical/Technical/Mechanical Skills
Others (Soft Skills)
Positive Attitude, Reliable, Organized, Loyalty,
Work Ethic etc.
23. JOB INTERVIEW
Find out all you can about the company
Review your information
PRACTICE! PRACTICE! PRACTICE!
THE FIRST 4 THINGS TO DO
Smile
Eye Contact
Firm Handshake
Introduce yourself First
NOTE: It takes 30 meetings after a first impression
to change a first impression.
24. LASTLY
HOW YOU LEAVE THE INTERVIEW IS JUST AS
IMPORTANT AS THE FIRST IMPRESSION.
PSYCHOLOGIST CALL THIS THE PRIMARY-
RECENCY EFFECT.
REMEMBER TO SMILE, SHAKE THEIR HAND,
AND TANK THEM FOR THE INTERVIEW.