The document summarizes announcements from an Undergraduate Economics Association meeting. It announces upcoming events, including an Econ Talk on October 6th, a writing and STATA workshop also on October 6th, and the deadline for the UEA article competition being October 22nd. It also lists opportunities, including positions with Mathematica Policy Research and the City of Boston. Finally, it advertises an upcoming UEA event about resumes, cover letters, and CVs to be presented by Sydney Simpson and Zach Costello.

1. Undergraduate
Economics
Associa2on
CCD
Event
(10/1/13)

2. Undergraduate
Economics
Associa2on
2
Government
Shuts
Down!

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Economics
Associa2on
3
Announcements
Econ
Talk
 Sunday, Oct. 6th, 12:00pm in GSU Starbucks
Wri2ng
CommiFee
+
STATA
Workshop
 Sunday, Oct. 6th, 1:00-2:00 pm in CAS 322
UEA
Ar2cle
Compe22on
 Tuesday, Oct. 22

4. Undergraduate
Economics
Associa2on
4
Opportuni2es
Mathema2ca
Policy
Research
(MPR)
 Social policy and research firm headquartered in Princeton, NJ recruiting undergraduates
for Research Assistant/Programmer – entry level position
 Application Link: https://www.mathematica-mpr.com/Employment/
City
of
Boston
 Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) at City Hall in Boston are recruiting for
the Spring semester. Projects are varied but could include reporting and analytics.
 Application Link: http://www.cityofboston.gov/DoIT/internships/

5. Undergraduate
Economics
Associa2on
5
UEA
Event
Résumés,
Cover
LeFers
and
CVs
Sydney
Simpson
&
Zach
Costello

6. Resume Basics

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Contents
 Purpose of a Resume
 Formatting: Types of resumes and tips for effective
formatting
 Content: What to include and how to describe your
experiences
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Purpose of a Resume
Use resumes to:
 Clarify your thinking about your skills and goals
 Apply to positions
 Distribute to your network
 Post online (in job search sites like BU CareerLink)
 Serve as a point of reference during an interview
 Supplement a graduate school application
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Types of Resumes
 Chronological
 Most commonly used format
 Lists your experiences with the most recent first
 Functional
 Organized by skill or experience type
 Combination
 A flexible format with elements of chronological a functional formats
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Basic Rules
 Maintain a professional image
 Be relevant
 Be brief
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What To Include
 Contact information
 Education
 Experiences
 Optional additional sections
 Check out examples in our Resume Guide
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Contact Information
 Name
 Telephone number (with a professional voicemail
recording)
 Email address (professional)
 Address: Current and/or permanent
 Optional: Website, LinkedIn profile address, or social
media contact if relevant
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Education
 Name of the institution, city and state
 Degree (Bachelor of Arts, Master of Science, etc.)
 Major(s), minor(s), or concentration(s)
 Year degree was completed or expected
 GPA (optional)
 Relevant coursework (optional)
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Experience
 All relevant experiences both paid and unpaid
 The organization name, position title, location and
dates, and a description focusing on your
accomplishments and skills
 Start your descriptions with strong action verbs
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Experience
Include instances where you:
 Developed new strategies or procedures
 Demonstrated effective leadership or management
 Managed or supervised other people well
 Received promotions or increased your responsibilities
 Increased the profits or services of an organization
 Produced a specific result or product
 Solved a problem
 Received recognition by others
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Optional Items
 Objective
 Profile or professional
summary
 Skills
 Interests
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 Honors or awards
 Club or professional
organization memberships
 Leadership
 Certifications

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Final Tips
 1 page long (2 pages with significant relevant
experience)
 Consistent font, bolding, italicizing, and formatting
 Use white space
 10-12 point, easy to read font
 Proofread it
 Have someone else proofread it
 Update it often
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Additional Resources
 CCD website:
http://www.bu.edu/careers/resumes-cover-letters/
 CCD resume guide: http://www.bu.edu/careers/files/
2012/08/Resume-Guide-2012.pdf
 CCD resume review hours: http://www.bu.edu/careers/
about-us/contact-directions/
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Visit us soon! Visit us often!
100 Bay State Road, Sixth Floor
Boston, MA 02215
bu.edu/careers
facebook.com/buccd
@BU_CCD
617-353-3590
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20. Cover Letter Writing

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Contents
 Purpose of a cover letter
 Types of cover letters
 Contents of a cover letter
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Purpose of a Cover Letter
 To elaborate on your career objective
 To demonstrate your knowledge of the employer
 To target your special interests/qualifications, and/or experience to
the needs of the organization
 To describe the unique personal qualities that you would bring to
the position
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Types of cover letters
 Letter of application
 Letter of inquiry
 Follow-up letter
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Basic Rules
 Limit letter to one page
 Use simple and correct grammar
 Adhere to business format while showing your personality
 Personalize each letter… address to a specific individual and
make it relevant to each position/company applying to
 Sign your letter
 Keep a copy of all correspondence
 Proofread carefully…have other people review your letter
(CCD Resume and Cover Letter Review Hours)
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Before You Write
 Do your research
 Research the employer using an internet search, the company
website, employee contacts (check the Career Advisory Network for
alumni contacts)
 Analyze the job description
 Review your resume and qualifications
 Clarify your interest in the company or position
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Intro Paragraph
State why you are writing
 What is the position or type of position that you are interested in
 How did you find out about the position/organization
 If you were referred by someone, state their name
You may include (briefly)
 Key information such as your major and degree
 Reason for your interest in this particular company or job
 Some reasons why you are a good fit
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Body of Cover Letter
 The body of the letter is generally one or two paragraphs
 Explain why you are interested in the employer or role
 Elaborate on relevant experiences, giving specific examples and relating
them to the needs of the employer
 Use the job description to help you decide what to include
 Make sure that you give details and make connections to the specific job
(this should not just be a reiteration of your resume)
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Closing Paragraph
 Keep this paragraph short
 Remind the reader of your interest in the position
 Thank the reader for his/her time and indicate your desire for an
interview
 List a phone number and email address where they may reach you
 Indicate when you plan to follow up on your application
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Resources for Cover Letter Writing
 CCD website:
http://www.bu.edu/careers/resumes-cover-letters/
 CCD cover letter guide: http://www.bu.edu/careers/
files/2012/09/Cover-Letter-Guide-2012.pdf
 CCD cover letter review hours: http://www.bu.edu/
careers/about-us/contact-directions/
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100 Bay State Road, Sixth Floor
Boston, MA 02215
bu.edu/careers
facebook.com/buccd
@BU_CCD
617-353-3590
Visit us soon! Visit us often!
Cover Letter Writing

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Economics
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Announcements
UEA
General
Mee2ng
Tuesday, Oct. 8th, 7:00-8:00pm in CAS 211