Resume

2. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
1. Heading
-it should contain the return address, usually written on two or three
lines, followed with the date on the last line. This part may be
optional in case a letterhead is available.
-After the return address, an optional line for the phone number, cell
phone number, fax number, and email address may be included.

3. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
2. Recipient’s Address – The next part of the
cover letter is where you want to send your
letter to. This includes the name of the
recipient.

4. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
3. Salutation – This is a greeting which usually
begins with the word Dear, followed by the
name and title of the addressee.

5. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
4. Body – contains the main text or the message written.
You may begin your letter with a short introduction,
then you may follow it up with the full message. After
this, you may provide the details in your letter. Finally,
thank the recipient and ask for some kind of action to
be taken.

6. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
5. Complimentary close – Leave a space before
writing the words Sincerely, Regards, and,
Yours, among others, tehn end it with a
comma.

7. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
6.Signature Line – Skip two to for
spaces before typing in your full
name, including your middle initial,
and follow it with a title.

8. STANDARDS PARTS OF A LETTER
7. Enclosures – This part may be optional. But if
there will be any documents included, it should be
indicated under this title and written as Enclosures.
Should there be more than one of it, indicate the
name of each document to be included.

10. •Make a list of your prospective colleges and universities.
•Read thoroughly the syllabus and brochures provided by your chosen
colleges or universities in order to know the variety of courses they offer.
•Reach or exceed the GPS or grade point average required by the school
you are aiming to enroll in college and the particular course you want to
take.
•Prepare a letter of recommendation from your adviser or principal in the
high school where you graduated from, which may be asked of you during
college application.

11. •You must complete and submit all application forms needed for your
application. Download these forms or you may get it directly from the school.
•You must pass the entrance exam or admission test required by the school or
university first in order to be accepted.
•Be ready for essay type tests, which are sometimes given as part of the
admission requirements. Your vocabulary and grammar skills will be
challenged.
•Expect and prepare for interviews, which may also be part of the admission
requirements.

12. •There is possibility that you will be asked to submit a written
application letter for the school to check on your communication
skills so be prepared.
•A curriculum vitae (CV) is required in some courses or colleges.
Incoming students are required by graduate schools to submit a
CV to show their educational history, training, and practice.
•Write a letter of intent which narrates some background pertinent
to your application. It usually comes with your CV.

14. •Note the goals and directions that you would like to take.
•Indicate why you belong in your prospective school according to
their mission and vision.
•Include strong evidences or proof of your diligence and hard work
in school. Mention your academic achievements.
•Mention your interests and advocacies, as well as your
extracurricular and community activities to show your participation
in good causes.

16. STANDARDS FORMATS FOR WRITING OF A
LETTER
1. Block Style – all of the sections pf the letter begin on the left
margin or are left justified, and has a single space, except in
between parts and paragraphs.
2. Modified Block Style – it has the author’s address, gate of
writing, and closing in the center point of the page line.

17. •Compose a letter of intent to a school
you want to apply to. Make sure that
you proofread your letter and check
your spelling and grammar first before
submitting it to your teacher.

18. •Make a checklist of things to
do to be admitted to your
chosen school or university.

19. •Some schools will require you to compose
a written work to further give weight to your
admission. Write an essay about your skills
and values that match with your prospective
school’s mission and vision.

21. RESUME
•The word resume is of French origin meaning
summary.
•A resume is a brief summary of your skills, and your
academic and work background. It is usually a one-
page paper that is given to a prospective employer.

22. RESUME
•In composing a resume, you need to focus on
particular fields or parts of the resume. As the famous
saying goes, “first impressions last,” so it is important
to make your resume strong and impressive to be
remembered by the interviewer in a positive light.

23. RESUME
•How can a resume go beyond being just a summary?
•You need to provide details and information in the right
places, specifically your skills pointing out to your
strengths.

24. RESUME
•How can you project the image to a prospective employer
that you are capable of filling in the vacant job position?
•Through the resume, you can project yourself as someone
who is capable, professional, and skillful for a certain job
position.

25. PARTS OF A RESUME
1. Heading – This includes the name, address, zip code, mobile
phone number, telephone number, and email address.
2. Objective – this is where you will mention what you are trying
to accomplish in your career life. If you are aiming for a
particular position in the company, you may add your formal
objective statement particularly referring to the job opening.

26. PARTS OF A RESUME
3. Work History – This section should include your work
experiences for which you were paid. Include both full
time and part time jobs, internships, and even projects for
which you have been a part of. It has to be structured
carefully, with your most recent work experience on the
top of the list.

27. PARTS OF A RESUME
4. Educational Background – This section of the resume tells
the employer if you meet the educational requirements for a
certain position. Include here your school or university name,
location, awards, achievements, prominent positions held while
earning a degree, and certifications. List them in chronological
order.

28. PARTS OF A RESUME
5. Skills, talents, and abilities – This part shows
one’s abilities or special knowledge about
something that would be essential for the job
he is applying for.

29. PARTS OF A RESUME
6. Interests, hobbies, and advocacies – This
section is where the applicant states what he does
during his spare time, what hobbies he engages in,
what his affiliations are, and his participations in
social and community activities.

30. PARTS OF A RESUME
7.Other relevant data – This indicates
if one had any professional training in
other areas of specialty.

31. DOS IN RESUME WRITING
•Use a sensible email.
•Highlight the strengths to promote yourself.
•Do attach a cover letter for a hand-carried or
emailed resume.
•Update a resume regularly.

32. DON’TS IN RESUME WRITING
•Do not put I’s in your resume.
•Do not abbreviate.
•Do not add a date; place it instead on the cover letter.
•Do not include personal information unless specified
by the prospective employer.

33. CURRICULUM VITAE
•Is of Latin origin, meaning, “course of (one’s) life.
•In comparison to a resume, it is a more comprehensive
document detailing one’s educational background, work
history, researches done, honors and awards received, and
any personal data pertinent to previous work.

34. CURRICULUM VITAE
•This may also be used for job applications,
internship and training programs, apprenticeships,
and academic program applications. The CV,
should have a photo and some personal
information too.

35. COVER LETTER
•The cover letter is another document that can
highlight one’s strengths and abilities further. It
provides added emphasis and seals good points
about you as an applicant.

36. COVER LETTER
•A cover letter is just a one-page attachment to
either a resume or curriculum vitae. It addresses
the employer’s requirements and explains how fit
you are for the job you are applying for.

37. Ask the following questions when preparing a cover
letter:
•What is the purpose of the writer of the
letter?
•Who is/are the intended audience or reader
of the letter?

38. PARTS OF THE BODY OF A COVER LETTER
•The first paragraph should contain the introduction. It should say
where and how you found out about the job opening. Mention any
referrals. This should grab the attention of your employer. You may
give details about the company that sparked your interest. You may
also present your core competencies that encouraged you to apply
for that certain position you are aiming for.

39. PARTS OF THE BODY OF A COVER LETTER
•The second paragraph should contain the detailed support or
evidence why you are qualified to apply for that certain job in the
company. This is the part where you need to hook your reader. This
serves as your brief pitch so you may include proposals or project
you have been involved in. You may cite improvements,
achievements, and events that transpired in your life recently. Make
your cover letter strong and assertive.

40. PARTS OF THE BODY OF A COVER LETTER
•The third paragraph should show your knowledge bout the company you
are applying to. At the last part of your cover letter, a short summary of your
skills and abilities, and explanation of how you can be an asset to the
company should also be present. In the place of the Objective part of the
resume, you may provide an impressive summary for your background
instead, for the employer’s perusal. Indicate in your letter the possible ways
on how and where they can reach you.

42. TYPES OF INTERVIEW
•Telephone interview – a company would initially call you on your
phone before inviting you for a face-to-face interview.
•Face-to-face interview – is where you will be meeting a staff or
two of the company.
•Panel interview – you will be asked questions by a group of
people sitting as a panel with a chairperson.

43. TYPES OF INTERVIEW
•Group interview – several applicants will be present
at the same time of meeting.
•Sequential interview – there will be several
interviews with a different interviewer each time.

44. DOS AND DON’TS BEFORE AND DURING A
JOB INTERVIEW
•Find out what kind of interview you will be having.
•Dress smartly in semi-formal attire.
•Prepare answers for questions such as “Why do you want the job?”, “What
are your strengths and weaknesses?”, and “Why should we hire you.
•Take time in answering the questions.
•Turn off your mobile phone during an interview.

45. DOS AND DON’TS BEFORE AND DURING A
JOB INTERVIEW
•Do not be late.
•Avoid swearing or using slang
words.
•Speak clearly with confidence.
•Do not slouch.
•Do not lie.
•Do not be arrogant
with your answers.
•Do not read notes.

46. TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL JOB APPLICATION
•Prepare all the required documents for your submission
ahead of time to avoid forgetting any necessary document.
•Regularly update your resume to prevent missing out
some important details that may prove to be a relevant
input in a future job.

47. TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL JOB APPLICATION
•Make a curriculum vitae if asked for, with a cover letter included.
•Follow as instructed if you will be sending these documents through
snail mail, fax, email, or through a courier service. If you are
sending documents via email then personally delivering the
documents later, scan and compose the attachments and label
them accordingly.

48. TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL JOB APPLICATION
•Rehearse the interview process.
•If you plan to go as walk-in applicant, you may hand
carry your complete documents.
•Wear proper business attire.

49. Pick one scenario below and discuss among
your groupmates what possible solutions would
be best for each.
What if…
•You have no work experience but the advertisement for
the job you are applying for stated that the company is
looking for an applicant with one to two years of work
experience?

50. Pick one scenario below and discuss among
your groupmates what possible solutions would
be best for each.
What if…
•You do not have the specific computer skill specified computer
skill specified for the vacant job position you are interested in,
but you are knowledgeable in other computer applications?

51. Pick one scenario below and discuss among
your groupmates what possible solutions would
be best for each.
What if…
•You have no supervisory skill but you have a background in
volunteering for community work or you had a student-body
government experience?

52. Pick one scenario below and discuss among
your groupmates what possible solutions would
be best for each.
What if…
•Your expected salary is way too high compared to the salary
they are offering you for the job you are applying for?
•You and your interviewer had a misunderstanding in the
beginning of the interview?

53. •Before landing a job, there are necessary
requirements that should be prepared first, and
then the process of job application is initiated.
What do you dream of becoming someday? Write
a description of your dream job on a whole sheet
of paper.

54. •Where do you want to work in the future?
What company would you like to work for?
Use the web and find the history, available
data, and any testimonial about the
company you are interested in working at.