1. KinseyLanier
4048 Quail Nest Ln New Smyrna Beach FL, 32168 | (386)451-
7319 | Kinseylanier@gmail.com
April 27, 2016
Dear Interviewer:
I am interested in working for your company as an intern this summer.
I have done extensive research on the intern opportunity and believe I would be a good fit
for this company. My focus on team work and strong communication has bestowed in me
good work ethic and the importance of customer service.
My experience in sales at Culvers of Port Orange has taught me how to coerce customers to
get them to buy the product we are trying to sell. After working at Culvers for almost a
year, I have learned the importance of teamwork in the workplace and how important it is
to have superb communication skills with anyone and everyone you encounter.
Thank you for your time and for considering me as a candidate for the studious internship
this summer. I look forward to talking with you again in the future.
Sincerely,
Kinsey Lanier
2. Cover Letter Notes Kinsey Lanier
5th Period
Cover letters should talk about the skills youcan contribute to the company
Do research into the company youare interested in workingat
Cover letters are short and precise
Cover letters are introductions foryour resume
The information in a coverletter is crucialin the initial screening process
Include points such as yourmain objectiveto work,your expertise, and how enthusiastic
you are about working there
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KinseyLanier
4048 Quail Nest Ln, New Smyrna Beach FL, 32168 | (386)451-
7319 | Kinseylanier@gmail.com
EXTRA CURRICULARS
Latin Honor Society:Helps advance vocabulary and helps in all academic
area
Academy of Finance: Prepares us forthe business worldand our financial
futures
Varsity Tennis: Gives me a sense of teamworkand leadership to get our
team to states this year
SKILLS
Communication Skills
· Able to Communicate with customers about what they need and parents
about wellbeing of their child.
Problem Solving Skills
· Answer customer inquiries and make sure all issues are resolved
efficiently and quickly.
EXPERIENCE
June 2015-
Present
Crew Member, Culvers of Port Orange
· Train new team members on guest service expectations and safety
procedures
· Monitor dining room to ensure optimal guest experience
· Communicate with kitchenand coworkers
July2013-
present
Nursery Volunteer, Christ theKing CommunityChurch
· Workclosely withinfants and young children
· Schedule other nursery volunteers and inform them of their
responsibilities
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ResumeNotes
Communication is one of the most important skills you can have
You should include research skills
You should include computer literacy
You should include flexibility and adaptability
You should include your interpersonal abilities
You should include your leadership and management skills
You should include your multicultural awareness
You should include your planning and organizational skills
You should include your problem solving skills
You should include your teamwork skills
The top ten values to have are:
Honesty
Adaptability
Dedication and Hard work
Dependability and responsibility
Loyalty
Positive attitude
Professionalism
Self confidence
Self motivation
Willingness to learn
6. Part Four
Sample interview questions:
Tell me about yourself
Tell me about your strengths
What are your weaknesses?
Why did you apply for the job?
Why do you want to leave your current employment?
Tell me what you know about our company
Where do you see yourself five years from now?
How would you describe yourself?
How has your college experience prepared you for a career?
What influenced you to choose this career?
Why should we hire you?
How do you deal with conflict?
Which college classes or subjects did you enjoy the most?
Do you have a geographic preference?
To what extent would you be willing to travel for the job?
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Part Five Summary
1. Employers look for candidate’s communication skills, their dedication, their
teamwork skills, their hard work, and their flexibility.
2. When an employer asks what your weaknesses are they don’t really want you to
give a real weakness. They want something that is a good weakness. For
example, my response would be that I never say “no” meaning that I always
agree to everything and sometimes forget to focus on things that matter to me.
This is a good weakness because it shows that you are hardworking.
3. You should say the employment style was different than you were expecting.
You should never talk bad about a previous employer.
4. Dress one step higher than the job you are applying for, make sure you look
professional, and don’t wear too much makeup or jewelry.
5. The goal of a cover letter is to display your skills and give a summary of why you
want the job in a concise document.
6. You should always write a thank you letter to show that you appreciate the
employer for giving you the opportunity, show them that you are serious about
getting the job, and sending a thank you letter will help you stand out from the
rest of the candidates.
7. Nonverbal cues can make you seem approachable or like you are standoff ish.
8. What are you looking for in a candidate? Can you tell me about the day to day
responsibilities of the job? What are your expectations for someone that works
here?
9. You should have multiple copies of your resume and cover letter and pick out an
outfit so you can be on time for your interview.
10. Showcase your skills, address the interviewer, and explain why you want the job
11. Communication because I can talk and understand my coworkers and teamwork
because I am able to work well with everyone.
12. If you don’t have any previous employment you should list your skills and your
volunteer work.
