II. Read the following statements about preparing a resume and write whether you agree or disagree with each one. Then discuss your opinions in pairs.
When preparing a resume you should…
1. always give your age and marital status
2. provide a current address and phone number
3. always use your friends as references
4. list all your employment experience
5. always include copies of personal references
6. use a reliable e-mail address
III. Read the steps for preparing a resume and number them in the best order. The first one has been done for you. Then compare your answers with your partner.
Include a brief outline of your hobbies and interests | |
Provide the names of three references who can be contacted by a prospective employer | |
1 | Include your name and current address, e-mail address and telephone number(s) |
Outline your educational history starting with your most recent studies | |
Include other trainings and courses that you have taken | |
List your working experience starting with your most recent employment |
Listening
I. Listen to the Human Recourse manager speaking about what to include in a resume. Check ü the items that should be included and mark with a û those that should not.
q address
q age
q all your education
q relevant references
q e-mail experience
q interests
q marital status
q religion
q volunteer work
II. In pairs, take turns summarizing the advice offered in the previous exercise. Use expressions from the box.
You have to … It is advisable to… You shouldn’t … We advise you to… Your resume should be… Make sure you… You should … You do not have to … |
Reading
I. Read this extract from an advertisement for a job at a large banking organisation. Then read through the two resumes and decide which applicant is better suited for the job.
Responsibilities: Work as a part of a team Ø To take ownership of all HR functions within a bank including staff development, training and all issues concerning staff welfare. Ø Maintain all staff documents including contracts, leave and sick benefits. Participate in internal and external recruitment procedures. |
Applicant 1 Qualifications: 1982-1984 Community College Diploma in business On-the-job short courses in various aspects of HR and computer programmes Experience: 1996-2006 Rights General trading Human Resource manager Ø Responsibility for all HR staff management Ø Recruitment supervisor Ø Adviser on all staff development issues 1984-96 RFC Food Co. Human Resources Support Assistant Ø Recruitment Ø Employee contracts Ø Organisation of staff PD | Applicant 2 Qualifications: 2003-05 University of Birmingham M.A. in Human Resources Management 2000-03 University of Cincinnati B.A. Business Administration – special focus on finance Experience: 2005-06 More Mortgages Co. Assistant in HR Department (temporary) Ø Preparing documents and maintaining files on all applicants Ø Sending letters of invitation to interview to short-listed applicants 2003-05 Library Support Ø Afternoon duties at circulation desk Ø Organising books on shelves From “ In Company”. Intermediate |
Listening
I. Listen to two people from the Human Recourse Department discussing the two applicants. Check ü the positive points for each applicant.
Applicant 1 | Applicant 2 | |
overall qualifications | ||
specific courses | ||
years of experience | ||
range of responsibilities | ||
experience related to finance | ||
flexibility | ||
team player |
Writing
Now, using the ideas and advice contained in this lesson write your own resume. Use the given form as an example.
Name | Crystal Danziger |
Address | 1245 Dahia Road Sumner, Washington WA147 |
Telephone | (554) 854-5217 |
danz @ hotjob.com | |
Objective | A clerk position in a high quality library, where my customer service and organization skills will be utilized and appreciated. |
Education 1996 – 2000 1996 - 1994 1993 - 1994 | University of Washington, Seattle, WA. Bachelor (Library Science). Evergreen State College, Olympia, WA. Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA. |
Highlights of Qualifications Organization Skills Clerical Skills | Demonstrated experience shelving books, straightening shelves and keeping the collection in order. Strong skills for data entry, assigning bar codes, preparing mailing and labelling new material. |
Experience 2001- present | Library Clerk, National Air and Space Museum, Washington, WA. - Entered data on PC computer - Bar-coded books - Prepared mailing |
2000 - 2001 | Library Clerk, Skyway Library, Seattle, WA. - Shelved books - Bar-coded books - Stamped and labelled new material |
Languages | German (fluent) |
Computer Skills | MS Office (Word, Excel), E-mail, Internet |
References | Available upon request |
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