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Resume &
Letter Writing
Y
Y
ou often make your first impression on
an employer with your resume, and you
want that impression to be outstanding.
An effective resume is a succinctly
written snapshot of your education and
experience. But it is more than just good
writing and a generic list of activities.
For a resume to be truly outstanding, it
needs to highlight your unique strengths
and be custom tailored to the position
you want.
HOW TO DEVELOP A RESUME
1. Analyze the job description.
Read job descriptions and highlight the required and preferred skills, abilities,
attributes, and qualifications. Use these words in your resume.
2. Create a list of accomplishments
Take some time to think about tasks that you enjoyed doing, did well, and of which
you were proud. Include education/training, volunteer experience, jobs, projects,
school assignments, travel, and group/team activities. Describe in detail what you
did and with whom, the equipment you used, the personal strengths and skills you
employed, and the outcome of your efforts. Quantify your results, if possible, and
use commonly understood terminology. Don’t be humble; this is your chance to
promote yourself.
Career Center Resources
Search career_berkeley_edu for details
about these resources:
Career Counselors. 45-minute
appointments for individual help
constructing your resume or cover
letter or getting feedback about
their effectiveness. 15-minute Mini-
Appointments for individual resume or
cover letter critiques.
Information Lab, Job Search section.
Books and binders with resume and
cover letter tips and samples.
Curriculum Vitae (CV) Information.
For PhD students. See CV and Cover
Letter information online at PhD section
of website.
Resume and Cover Letter Workshops.
Especially useful if you have never
written a resume and are working on
your fi rst draft.
Specialized Resume Writing
workshops_Tailored to certain majors
or for those pursuing specialized
career fi elds; e.g., Resume Check
for Engineering Majors or Resume
Writing for Jobs in Nonprofi ts.
Resume Critiques with employers.
Feedback on your resume from a
company representative. Special sign-
up online, usually the first week of fall
classes.
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USE A RESUME TO:
Respond to an advertised job vacancy.
Send to employers that interest you
after you have researched their
organizations.
Accompany government, graduate
school, or other formal application
forms.
Present at an interview to a potential
employer.
Reinforce a personal contact you have
already established with an employer.
Submit to employers before on-campus
interviews.
Accompany a request to a past or
current employer or professor to write
you a letter of recommendation.
Network for jobs.
3. Analyze experiences for
relevant skill areas
Reviewing each experience, identify the
skills you used that fit with positions for
which you are applying.
4. Write descriptive phrases
Using action verbs
see p. 23, write
short phrases to describe what you did
that illustrates each skill. Be concise and
specific. Arrange the descriptive phrases
in order of relevance to the position for
which you are applying (most relevant at
the top).
5. Choose an appropriate
format
Avoid using resume templates that come
with word processing applications. Not
only are employers all too familiar with
them, but templates are inflexible – often
they won’t allow you to move sections
around or to modify headings.
Resume formats
Several resume formats are available.
Select the kind that best presents
your background and qualifi cations.
see p. 24 for Sample Resumes.
Chronological
This type of resume lists your experience
in reverse chronological order. Arrange
your resume sections based upon aspects
of your background you wish to stress,
putting the most relevant information fi rst.
It works best when your work, volunteer,
and academic experiences relate directly
to the type of job for which you are
applying. Most on-campus recruiters and
business employers prefer a chronological
resume.
Skills
Using headings that reflect skills, this
resume highlights your most important
skill areas and knowledge relevant to a
given position. This format focuses less on
where and when you obtained and used
skills, and lists job titles, employers, and
dates of employment in a brief section
at the bottom of the page. It works well
when your work experience is not directly
related to your career goal or when you
are making a career change.
Hybrid Chronological/Skills
This type of resume combines elements
from both chronological and skills
formats. It allows you to keep the
popular chronological format while also
showcasing your most relevant skills near
the top of the document. A hybrid resume
can be organized in a number of ways,
but many start with a skills summary
followed by a list of experiences with
descriptions in reverse chronological
order grouped under skill headings. For
an example
see p. 26.
For information about a Curriculum
Vitae (CV), used primarily for academic
positions at the PhD level, go to
career_berkeley_edu/Phds/
PhDCV_stm
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RESUME TIPS FOR FIRST
YEAR STUDENTS
As a first or second year student,
it’s okay to include work,
accomplishments, leadership
experience, and highlights of
activities from high school. By
your third year in college your
resume should contain primarily
college experiences and
activities.
If you don’t have much work
experience, incorporate other
types of information into your
resume. see p. 21 for a the
list of Resume Components.
Include some of the optional
components marked with
asterisks.
If you’re creating a resume for
the first time, expect to spend
several hours putting it together.
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SENDING RESUMES AND LETTERS ELECTRONICALLY
To send your resume via email, fi nd out
the employer’s format preference when
possible. Although some recruiters accept
attachments, others prefer your resume in
the text of the email message. If you can’t
find out the employer’s preference, send
it both ways in one message. Unless you
are told otherwise, include a cover letter.
Send both the resume and cover letter in
one email message. see p. 37 for an
example.
When submitting a resume via an
organization’s website, use the formatting
and display style recommended by the
website.
To send your resume as an attachment:
.
Create your resume using a common
word processing program.
.
Give the document a name the hiring
manager will associate with you,
such as “MillerJennifer_doc. ”This will
enable a recruiter to fi nd your resume
once it’s saved on a computer. Don’t
name the document “Resume_doc.”
.
Be absolutely sure your document is
free of viruses.
.
Send it electronically to a friend
to make sure it’s easy to open, the
formatting stays correct, and the
document is virus-free.
To send your resume in the text of the
email message:
.
The cover letter should appear fi rst,
above your resume.
.
All text should be aligned left.
.
Do not use bold, underlining, bullets,
distinctive fonts, colored text, or html
codes. Use asterisks (*), plus signs
(+), dashes, all capital letters, and
combinations of these to highlight
text.
.
Save your cover letter and resume as
“text only” or “plain text,” then cut
and paste them into the email.
.
Send it electronically to yourself and to
a friend with a different email system
to see how it will look.
.
Text resumes look plain and ordinary,
but employers are used to this. They
are most concerned with the content.
To make your resume scannable:
Some large employers utilize resume
database tracking systems. They scan
incoming resumes into a database
and when they have openings, they
can retrieve resumes using relevant
keywords.
.
It’s okay to ask an employer if you
should provide a scannable resume.
Some companies will indicate on their
website that they scan resumes and
even give formatting tips.
.
Include industry or job-specifi c
keywords, especially relevant skills,
understandable abbreviations, major,
specifi c fields of study, and experience
(e.g., marketing research, java, html,
sales, gel electrophoresis).
.
Use 10 to 14 point font size.
.
Do not use italics, underlining, fancy
fonts, or multiple columns. Use spacing
or all capitals for emphasis.
.
Not all systems accept boldface, but
unless you are instructed not to use it,
it is probably fi ne.
.
Do not center text.
.
Print on white paper with a high-
resolution laser printer.
.
When submitting a hard copy by
mail, do not fold it.
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Resume Components
COMPONENT BASICS COMMENTS
Identifying Data Name, street address, email address and phone
or message number at the top of the page
(include area codes and zip codes). Include
personal web page if you want employers to
see it.
Voicemail message, email address, and website content
should be appropriate for a potential employer.
Education Name of school, major, degree received,
graduation date, projected graduation date,
or dates of attendance if no degree was
completed.
Include any course titles relevant to the targeted position.
Honors and grade-point average optional; include if
among your strong points. If you attended more than
one school, list the most recent first. You don’t have to
list all the schools you have attended. Do not list high
school. Additional training may either go here or under
a separate heading.
Experience/Work
History
Paid, volunteer or military work. Emphasize
tasks, skills, abilities, and accomplishments
related to the targeted position. Give the job
title, employing organization, and dates of
employment.
Present achievements, contributions, and results or impact
e.g., streamlined a procedure or made a cost-saving
suggestion). Experience does not have to be paid.
The components listed below are optional – use if appropriate for your background and the employers you’re targeting
Job Objective A one-line description of the type of position
you want.
Follows your name and contact information at the top of
your resume. Should be specific rather than a general
statement of your interests.
Skills & Abilities
or Summary of
Qualifi cations
Foreign languages, computer skills, offi ce
skills, lab techniques or transferable skills not
mentioned elsewhere in the resume.
Can be combined under this heading or listed
separately.
Languages State if you are fluent in a foreign language. If you understand a language but are not fluent, still
mention it. For example: Fluent in Russian, conversational
Spanish, or read and write French.
Activities & Interests In order of importance or reverse chronological
order, list student activities/ organizations,
professional associations and committees in
which you have participated. List any offi ces
that you held with the skills you used.
Include activities and interests that show leadership or
initiative or that pertain to your career interest.
Community
Involvement/Volunteer
Activities
List offices held, organizations, projects, and
accomplishments.
If the setting is political or religious, you may want to
use generic descriptions (e.g., Youth Leader for church,
Speech Writer for City Council candidate). If substantial,
these may be listed under “Experience.”
Honors Recent graduates and continuing students can
include academic honors such as Dean’s List,
honor societies and scholarships.
Can be listed separately or as a subsection under
Education.
Research &
Publications
Briefly describe relevant research projects. List
published articles, papers or books.
Travel Include if your career interest involves travel or
knowledge of other cultures.
You can also use this as a way of distinguishing yourself
if you have significant travel experience.
References You do not need to end your resume with the
phrase, “References Available on Request,”
but this is the best place to state that you have
“Portfolio and/or writing samples available on
request.”
Create a separate page for references. List names, titles
and contact information. Always ask permission before
using anyone’s name as a reference. Include people who
know about your work related abilities, such as former
employers, volunteer project supervisors, and faculty. Do
not use relatives or friends.
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Resume Dos & Don’ts
Do
.
Use good quality (at least 20 lb. bond) paper
.
Use a readable font and print on a high-resolution printer (laser is best)
.
If you use an objective, make it specifi c
.
Emphasize results produced or impact made, significant achievements, and
recognition from others
.
Quantify when possible and use specifi c examples
.
Check the spelling of every word; make sure grammar and punctuation are
correct
.
Have someone proofread your resume
.
Get feedback from several people
.
Begin phrases with action verbs such as “developed,” “initiated,” etc.
.
Be truthful about your accomplishments
.
Keep your resume to one page unless you have extensive experience related to
your job objective
Don’t
.
Use resume templates that come with word processing software
.
Begin phrases with “I” or use complete sentences
.
Include personal information such as marital status, social security number, age,
or national origin
.
Use flashy graphics or colored paper
.
Mention controversial activities or associations
.
List unrelated, minor duties such as “opened mail” or “fi led documents”
.
Exaggerate your experience
.
Use meaningless words or phrases such as “seeking a challenging position” or
“seeking a position working with people”
.
Start phrases in the experience section with “My responsibilities (or duties)
included”
.
Use abbreviations
Resume
Checklist
.
Is the resume pleasing to the eye
– easy-to-read font, good layout?
.
Are your name, address, city, state,
zip code, phone number and email
address at the top of the page?
.
Does your objective (if used) state
clearly the functional areas in which
you seek employment and the level of
the job you want?
.
Did you use bullets, bold, or all
capitals to highlight key strengths?
.
If you know your resume will be
scanned, did you omit columns,
underlining, and italics?
.
Is information listed in order of
importance and relevance to the
position?
.
Does the resume avoid generalities
and focus on specifi c information
about experience, projects, products?
.
Did you check the spelling of every
word and make sure the grammar
and punctuation are correct?
.
Do most phrases begin with action
verbs such as “developed,” “initiated,”
etc.?
.
Have you been truthful about your
accomplishments rather than being
falsely modest or hyping them too
much?
.
If you were the employer, would you
call you for an interview?
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Verb List for Resumes & Letters
Management
promoted Teaching developed Clerical or Detail
publicized directed
Oriented
administered reconciled adapted established
analyzed recruited advised fashioned approvedassigned spoke clarifi ed founded arrangedattained translated coached illustrated cataloguedchaired wrote communicated initiated classifi ed
consolidated coordinated instituted collected
contracted demystifi ed integrated compiledcoordinated
developed
introduced dispatched
Research
delegated
enabled invented executed
developed
encouraged
originated generated
clarifi ed
directed collected evaluated performed implementedevaluated explained planned inspected
critiqued
executed
facilitated revitalized monitored
diagnosed
improved
guided shaped operated
evaluated
increased informed
organized
examined
organized
instructed
prepared
extracted
oversaw
persuaded
identifi ed
Helping processed
planned
set goals
purchased
inspected
prioritized
stimulated recorded
interpreted assessedproduced trained retrieved
interviewed
assisted
recommended
screened
investigated
clarifi ed
reviewed
specifi ed
organized
coached
scheduled
systematized
reviewed
Financial counseled
strengthened
tabulated
summarized
demonstrated
supervised
validated
surveyed
administered diagnosed
systematized
allocated educated
analyzed expedited
appraised
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Communication
facilitated More Verbs for
audited
familiarized
Technical
Accomplishments
balanced guided
arbitrated
addressed
budgeted motivated
assembled
achieved
arranged
calculated referred
built
expanded
authored
computed rehabilitated
calculated
improved
collaborated
developed represented
computed
pioneered
convinced
forecasted
designed
reduced (losses)
corresponded
managed
devised
resolved (problems)
developed
marketed
engineered
restored
directed
planned
fabricated
Words in bold are
especially good
for pointing out
accomplishments.
spearheaded
drafted
projected
transformed
maintained
edited
researched
operated
enlisted
overhauled
formulated
programmed
infl uenced
remodeled
Creative
interpreted
repaired
lectured
solved
acted
from The Damn
mediated
upgraded
conceptualized
Good Resume
moderated
created
Guide by Yana
negotiated
customized
Parker, Berkeley:Ten
persuaded
designed
Speed Press
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Chronological Resume
for a teaching position
Job Search Guide 2006-2007
Combines paid &
volunteer positions under
the Experience heading.
This chronological version
of Alicia’s resume
emphasizes her teaching
skills.
ALICIA GUTIERREZ
Objective School district teaching internship (passed CBEST June 2006)
Education B.A. American Studies, concentration in Minority Education, May 2007
University of California, Berkeley
Experience Break the Cycle, Berkeley, CA (September 2006-present)
Teaching Intern
. Improve 1st graders’ math skills
. Motivate underachieving students toward success in their annual district exams
. Design individualized curriculums
Edna Brewer School, Oakland, CA (September 2006-present)
Tutor and Teacher’s Aide
. Develop a semester teaching unit on culture, ethnicity, and identity
. Conceptualize and implement yearlong project for ESL students resulting in a journal of autobiographical
works for use as a learning tool and model for other ESL teachers, historical archive, and a source of
inspiration for other ESL students
. Drafted proposal to finance project, which resulted in award of grant support
Panoply Corporation, Berkeley, CA (July 2003-December 2005)
Salesperson
. Refined communication skills and marketing techniques
. Led clothing sales for the months of July and August
National Cheerleaders’ Association, Garland, TX (May-July 2003 & 2004)
Instructor and Camp Leader
. Instructed students of all ages in cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance
. Collaborated with a team of five instructors to create a positive, fun, and lively learning atmosphere
Activities Rush Chairperson for Chi Omega Sorority (January 2005-December 2005)
. Directed team of 70 chapter members in planning recruitment
. Recruited women to join Chi Omega Mu Chapter by implementing marketing strategies
. Successfully pledged full quota for two semesters
. Increased chapter unity and spirit by designing team building activities
. Budgeted spending for Rush preparation week and Rush week
Managing Editor for Maganda, a Filipino Literary and Art Magazine (September 2004-present)
. Designed visual concept for the magazine’s debut
. Organized and sought out performers for fundraising and promotional events
Skills . Proficient in conversational Spanish
. Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, SoundEdit Pro, strong Internet skills
459 Buena Vista Avenue #3 agutier@berkeley_edu
Berkeley, CA 93700 510-345-9876
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Skills Resume
for a marketing position
Resume & LetterWriting This skills version of Alicia’s
resume emphasizes her
marketing/management
skills.
ALICIA GUTIERREZ
Objective Entry-level Marketing position
Education University of California, Berkeley
B.A. American Studies, concentration in Minority Education, May 2007
University of Costa Rica, Education Abroad Program
Skills MARKETING/MANAGEMENT
. Coordinated team of ten in planning sorority recruitment, resulting in a chapter
membership increase of 35 percent. Implemented a marketing strategy that promoted the
benefits of membership.
. Organized fundraising and promotional events for literary/art journal, bringing together
Filipino artists from areas throughout California.
. Achieved highest sales volume while employed at a retail store.
. Collaborated with team of five instructors to create a positive, fun, and lively learning
atmosphere tailored specifically for each client.
COMMUNICATION
. Directed group of 70 sorority members and increased group unity by designing team
building activities.
. Motivated 15 underachieving students toward success in district exams.
. Drafted proposal for educational project resulting in a $600 grant award.
CREATIVITY
. Conceptualized yearlong project for ESL students culminating in a journal of
autobiographical works.
. Designed visual concept for a magazine debut event.
. Developed a semester teaching unit on culture, ethnicity, and identity.
SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS
. MS Word, Excel, Adobe PhotoShop, SoundEdit Pro, Dreamweaver, strong Internet skills;
designed a web page.
Experience Project Coordinator and Tutor, Edna Brewer School (9/06-present)
Managing Editor, Maganda, (9/04-present)
Teaching Intern, Break the Cycle (9/06-present)
Recruitment Chairperson, Chi Omega Sorority (1/05-12/05)
Salesperson, Panoply Corporation (7/03-12/05)
Instructor and Group Leader, National Cheerleaders’ Association (Summer 2003 & 2004)
Good use of
numbers to
quantify
achievement.
459 Buena Vista Avenue #3 agutier@berkeley_edu
Berkeley, CA 93700 510-345-9876
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Hybrid (Chronological/Skills) Resume
for educational software sales position
Job Search Guide 2006-2007
ALICIA GUTIERREZ
Objective Educational software sales position
Education University of California, Berkeley
B.A. American Studies, concentration in Minority Education, May 2007
Skills . Knowledgeable of educational software through academic and personal experience
Summary . Consistently successful track record in sales
. Over one year of experience in teaching and education
Experience TEACHING
Teaching Intern, Break the Cycle, Berkeley, CA September 2006-present
. Improved 1st grade students’ math skills.
. Motivated 15 underachieving students toward success in their annual district exams.
. Designed individualized curricula.
Tutor and Teacher’s Aide, Edna Brewer School, Oakland, CA September 2006-present
. Conceptualized and implemented a yearlong project for ESL students resulting in a journal of autobiographical
works for use as a learning tool and model for other ESL teachers, historical archive, and a source of
inspiration for other ESL students.
. Drafted proposal to finance project, which resulted award of grant support.
Instructor and Camp Leader, National Cheerleaders’ Association, Garland, TX May-July 2003 & 2004
. Instructed students of all ages in cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance.
. Collaborated with a team of five instructors to create a positive, fun, and lively learning atmosphere.
SALES & MARKETING
Managing Editor – Maganda, UC Berkeley September 2004- present
. Designed visual concept for Filipino Literary and Art magazine’s debut.
. Organized and brought together Filipino artists from areas throughout California for fundraising and
promotional events.
Rush Chairperson, Chi Omega Sorority, UC Berkeley January 2005-December 2005
. Coordinated team of ten in planning sorority recruitment.
. Implemented marketing strategies promoting the benefits of membership, resulting in chapter membership
increase of 35 percent.
. Budgeted spending for Rush preparation week and Rush week.
Salesperson, Panoply Corporation, Berkeley, CA July 2003-December 2005
. Refined communication skills and marketing techniques while helping customers select fl attering attire.
. Led in clothing sales for the months of July and August.
Other Skills . Proficient in conversational Spanish
. Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe PhotoShop, Dreamweaver, SoundEdit Pro, strong Internet skills
This hybrid
version of Alicia’s
resume combines
the strengths of
both skills and
chronological
resumes. It
focuses on two
skill sets –
teaching and
sales/marketing –
and shows the
experiences in
which she used
them.
459 Buena Vista Avenue #3 agutier@berkeley_edu
Berkeley, CA 93700 510-345-9876
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Chronological Resume
for international business position
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career_berkeley_edu 27JANICE WU
2211 Tenth Street, San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 300-4444 janice@alumni_berkeley_edu
OBJECTIVE
Assistant Brand Management position for an International Retailer
EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. Japanese with Honors Thesis, December 2006, GPA: 3.72
Hitotsubashi University - Education Abroad Program, Tokyo, Japan Fall 2003-Spring 2004
Student Life Achievement Award, 2006, granted to 25 students who have contributed exemplary community service on
campus and in the surrounding community
Emerging Leader Alumni Scholarship, 2003 & 2004, awarded by Cal Alumni Association for approximately 100 students
per year for outstanding leadership abilities
PROJECTS
Undergraduate Research Apprentice Program, UC Berkeley Fall 2005
Brand Equity Research Assistant
. Collected and examined cross-cultural brand equity data from various journals & databases
. Reviewed and summarized literature on brand equity formation, management, & transferability
International Marketing Seminar, Hitotsubashi University, Japan Fall 2004- Spring 2005
Class Project
. Developed strategies to promote sales of instant coffee on team of four for a multinational company’s Japanese coffee
division
. Conceptualized and developed four commercials and two public relations events
. Conducted research on youth segments and current trends to form reference materials for fi rm
EXPERIENCE
Deloitte & Touche, LLP, San Francisco, CA Summer 2004
Tax Advisory Intern
. Researched and wrote articles for Tax Director to highlight implications of tax rule changes
. Analyzed tax returns and financial statements to assist with completion of tax returns for corporations, partnerships, and
individuals
U.S. Department of Commerce, Commercial Service, San Francisco, CA Summer 2002
International Trade Intern
. Researched and developed objectives, goals, and budget plans for fiscal year 2003 for Middle East team consisting of 25
commercial officers in the US and abroad
. Drafted team proposal currently being implemented by the division to promote trade opportunities such as International
Buyer Program shows and educational seminars
. Contacted international trade liaisons to assess export opportunities for small companies
ACTIVITIES
Beta Alpha Psi, National Honors Business Fraternity Spring 2004
Community Service Coordinator
. Organized four community service events for over 40 students in local chapter
. Acted as liaison between Beta Alpha Psi and local community
Youth for Understanding International Exchange Fall 2002-Spring 2004
Volunteer
. Conducted telephone interviews with past participants and enlisted them as volunteers
. Persuaded approximately 70 prospective students and parents to participate in YFU
SKILLS
Languages: Fluent in written and spoken Cantonese and Mandarin; conversant in Japanese
GPA is optional,
but applicant lists
it because it is
one of her strong
points.
Chronological Resume
for architecture position
Job Search Guide 2006-2007
Bullet format
works
well to draw
attention
to action verbs.
28Education UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY
B.A. Architecture, May 2006
Relevant
Courses Drawing Studio
Design Studio
Architectural Acoustics
Construction Process & Method
History of Architecture & Urbanism
Civil Engineering Material Properties
Energy Design in Buildings
Landscape Structures
Intro Structural Design
Relevant
Experience BERG JONES ARCHITECTS, Oakland, CA
Architecture Intern (6/05-12/05)
. Conducted site surveys for Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Williams Sonoma stores
. Prepared as-built drawings using Arris 7.0
. Researched code requirements and prepared survey reports
. Constructed site and building models for client proposals
ATKINS PAINTERS, San Bernardino, CA
Web Designer/Painter (7/04-8/04)
. Designed and developed company website
. Prepared and painted interiors and exteriors of residential and commercial buildings
Leadership
Positions AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTURE STUDENTS (AIAS) UC Berkeley
AIAEB Student Representative (12/04-present)
. Attend monthly AIA board meetings and events on behalf of student chapter
PHI SIGMA FRATERNITY, UC Berkeley
Vice President (1/05-1/06)
. Organized venues, security, transportation, music, funding for all social events
. Managed $18,000 annual budget
Executive Vice President (1/04-1/05)
. Administered nationally recognized pledge training program
. Evaluated fraternity operations and made critical decisions
House Manager (1/03-1/04)
. Coordinated 52 residents in routine maintenance and repairs of 10,000 sq ft residence
. Supervised demolition, purchasing, contracting and scheduling of $12,000 bathroom renovation project
BERKELEY EDUCATES ON ALCOHOL AWARENESS SEMINARS (BEARS, UC Berkeley)
Student Director (1/04-12/04)
. Developed and presented seminars promoting social awareness of risks associated with irresponsible
alcohol use
Skills Technical: AutoCAD 2006, Arris CAD, PhotoShop, Excel,Word, HTML, Java Script
Professional: Model making, leadership, teamwork, communication, public speaking
Affiliations American Institute of Architecture Students, UC Berkeley Interfraternity Council, Intramural Softball
MILES STEVENS
3920 Durant Ave . Berkeley, CA 94704 . 510-547-9230
miles@berkeley_edu
Describes campus
leadership
activities.
Chronological Resume
for policy position
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career_berkeley_edu 29LENARD I. BORGE
lib@berkeley_edu
Current Address:
44 Panoramic Way #A
Berkeley, CA 94704
(510) 555-8798
Permanent Address:
50875 San Miguel Avenue
Hacienda Heights, CA 91746
(617) 555-8798
OBJECTIVE
Position in public policy research
EDUCATION
B.A. Political Science, University of California at Berkeley, May 2006, 3.8 GPA
UCDC Program: Research, internship, and study in Washington DC, 1/04-5/04
Hebrew University of Jerusalem, 10/04-6/05
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Israeli Ministry of Justice, Human Rights Division, Jerusalem 12/04-4/05
Assistant to Director. Conducted in-depth study of prisoner history. Organized conferences, maintained
contact with human rights watch groups, and established relations with families of suspected terrorists held in
Israeli jails.
The Institute of World Politics, Washington D.C. 1/04-5/04
Research Intern. Monitored and briefed director on daily developments and security issues with an emphasis
on Russia, national security, global organized crime, and nuclear proliferation. Wrote extensive research
paper on Russian Organized Crime/State Sponsored Corruption in former Soviet Union.
ASUC Senate 8/03-1/04
Elected Senator. Represented undergraduate and graduate students in an on-campus political forum.
Vice-Chairman, Senate Finance Committee. Helped manage a business budget of over $6 million controlled
by the Senate. Dispersed funds to student groups and other interests following votes and committee decisions.
U.S. House of Representatives Page 8/00-2/01
Democratic Cloakroom Staff, 104th Congress. Aided members of congress in general cloakroom
duties, communication between Chamber and offices, and delivery of offi cial documents.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Sage Nissan,Walnut Creek, CA 6/04-10/04
Salesperson. Sold an average of 15-20 cars monthly. Received #1 Salesman Award for September.
Minolta Business Systems, Tarzana, CA Summer 2003
Sales Representative. Engaged in sales of business copiers and fax machines in assigned territory. Generated
over $50,000 in sales.
AWARDS
Phi Beta Kappa, January 2005
Dean’s Honor List, UC Berkeley, Fall & Spring 2004 and 2005
Golden Key Honor Society Award Recipien, Fall 2005
Kappa Sigma Chapter Leadership Award, May 2003
LANGUAGES/ INTERESTS
Fluent in Hebrew and Spanish
Photography, swimming, running, sailing, travel
Brings all of his
relevant experience
to the top of the
resume by breaking
his experiences into
two categories.
List permanent
address if there is a
chance you will move
before employers can
contact you.
Chronological Resume
for consulting position
Job Search Guide 2006-2007
Makes full use of the
page with smaller
margins. Margins
should be at least
0.75 inch.
EDUCATION:
WALTER A. HAAS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, May 2007
Major GPA: 3.5, Overall GPA: 3.4; SAT Math: 710 Verbal: 800
WORK EXPERIENCE
Catalyst Partners, Inc., San Francisco, CA (12/05-present)
Consultant: Work with a team of five students and three Accenture professionals to increase awareness of and
participation in client’s online software. Review software and existing marketing plan by interviews. Conduct basic
market research with customer base through interviews and paper-based surveys. Develop updated marketing plan
and create implementation plan for local roll out of software.
Spherion Technology Infrastructure Solutions, Pleasanton, CA (6/05-8/05, 12/04-1/05)
Intern: Gathered and researched leads for account executives. Performed phone interviews with industry executives.
Created Excel spreadsheet to track recruiters’ placements.
Psychology Department, University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley, CA (1/04-5/04)
Research Assistant: Managed team of four behavioral coders for project investigating age differences in emotion.
Conducted literature searches and library research. Attended weekly team meetings to assess progress, discuss
coding methods, and discuss relevant articles. Made over 40 calls to survey, recruit, and schedule potential
participants.
ACTIVITIES
Eggster Hunt & Learning Festival, Berkeley, CA (8/03-present)
Co-Director: Manage 11 committee heads to facilitate all aspects of a 60+ member organization with mission to
sponsor five local children’s nonprofits financially and with time and talent and offer a free event consisting of 10 egg
hunts and 50+ educational booths geared toward children from disadvantaged and disabled backgrounds.
Community Relations Co-Chair: Supervised and developed leadership in 10+ member committee. Screened and
selected five agencies and developed working relationships through community service projects and conference
meetings. Assisted organization in raising $26K and attracting attendance of 3500+ people at event.
Alumni Scholars Club, Berkeley, CA (8/03-present)
Member/Marketing Chair/Freshman Finals Survival Kit Committee: Track and order materials for over 600 kits
per semester. Research prices for kit materials and supervise package assembly for distribution. Raised over $15K
through extensive mailing to parents of UC Berkeley students.
Children’s Hospital Oakland, Oakland, CA (6/03-8/03)
100 Hour Volunteer: Assisted in patient care by playing with patients in the fifth floor playroom and conducting
bedside visits. Created and arranged arts and crafts projects for groups of 10 children.
HONORS
National Society of Collegiate Scholars, California Alumni Association Leadership Scholarship, Robert C. Byrd
Scholarship, won four merit scholarships for college.
SKILLS & INTERESTS
Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe PhotoShop, Windows XP, and web design languages
(HTML, JavaScript).
Languages: Spanish (conversational), Cantonese (conversational).
Interests: Avid vocalist, painter and photographer. Accomplished dancer, performed in Oakland Ballet
Company’s production of Nutcracker.
Joshua Larson
2503 Channing Way, Apartment 800, Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 555-8882 walter@berkeley_edu
Consulting fi rms
usually ask for
GPA and
SAT scores.
Shows a broad range of interests.
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Chronological Resume
for laboratory position
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Anna Liu
Local: 333 Haste St. Apt. 200C, Berkeley, CA 94708 (510) 555-8798
Permanent: 1898 20th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 566-8522
Email: aliu@berkeley_edu
Education
University of California at Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cell Biology, December 2006
Emphasis in Cell and Developmental Biology
Laboratory Skills
Enzyme characterization, RIAs, ion-exchange chromatography, gel electrophoresis, media preparation,
protein, assays, plasma preps, aseptic techniques, use of radioisotopes, HPLC, cell fractionation
Coursework
Biology Physics Cell Biology
Chemistry Human Physiology Microbiology
Organic Chemistry Human Anatomy Biochemistry
Experience
Laboratory Instructor
Vista Community College, Berkeley, CA (8/06-present)
. Lecture in genetics, immunology, microbiology, and general biology
. Prepare stock solutions and media
. Supervise teacher assistants and oversee 35 students in each class
. Work with a team of professors and teacher assistants in publishing new lab manuals
Research Assistant
Comparative Endocrinology Lab, University of California, Berkeley (8/05-present)
. Plan, organize, and carry out long-term and short-term research projects
. Analyze, research, and study evolution of hormones
. Develop expertise in metabolic pathways of thyronines
. Adept in RIAs, enzyme characterization, and handling radioactive materials
Student Caseworker
Suitcase Clinic, Berkeley, CA (1/05-5/05)
. Interviewed homeless and low-income individuals to obtain general profile and determine their presenting issues
. Worked with lawyers, physicians, and social workers to obtain services for homeless individuals
English Tutor and Mentor
City College of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA (1/04-6/04)
. Involved with teaching students the complexities of the English language
. Provided assistance to tutors in subjects such as biology
Activities
Mentor, Chinatown YMCA (8/05-present)
Offi cer, Society of Cal Integrative Biology Undergraduate Students (SCIBUGS) (12/05-6/06)
Fundraiser, Recreation Center for the Disabled (8/03-12/05)
Additional Skills
Corel Quattro Pro, MS Excel, MS Word,WordPerfect, and DOS; fluent in Cantonese
Don’t use the abbreviations
BA or BS if your resume
will be scanned by
employers.
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Chronological Resume
for computer science position
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Objective Software Engineer
Education University of California, Berkeley
BA Computer Science, May 2007 (GPA 3.1)
Design classes: Programming Language & Compilers, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Digital Design, and
Database Systems.
Computer Software: ViewLogic Workview, Oracle, vxWorks
Skills
Programming: Java, C++
Operating Systems: Windows NT/XP, Unix (BSD, Solaris, Linux)
Projects . Designed and implemented an operating system including thread management, multiprogramming, virtual
memory, file systems, and networking capabilities (UNIX, C++)
. Designed and implemented a disassembler (MIPS RISC assembly language, UNIX, C++)
. Developed a serial and infrared sender, receiver, and controller (Xillinx FPGA and software)
Experience WIND RIVER SYSTEMS,Alameda, CA
Engineering/QA Co-op Intern: Identified problems of the Real Time Operating System,
vxWorks. Communicated with development engineers and recommended solutions. Installed
and operated vxWorks. Planned, designed, and implemented regression tests for vxWorks
libraries. (5/05-7/06)
COLLEGE OF SAN MATEO, San Mateo, CA
Computer Lab Assistant: Responded to students’ questions and helped them resolve
problems in C++ and Java. Developed interpersonal skills and problem solving
strategies while working with students from a wide range of backgrounds. Worked in the lab
20 hours/week while completing lower division coursework. (2/03-6/04)
SATELLITE TV WORLD, Redwood City, CA
Technician: Installed and maintained home satellite television systems. Repaired and rebuilt
damaged systems. (1/01-8/02)
Web page
provides
opportunity
to demonstrate
HTML skills.
32Nancy Lawrence
1899 Fulton Way Apt. # 333
Berkeley, CA 94528
(510) 555-6565
nlawrence@cory_eecs_berkeley_edu
http://www_nl**ce_com
Good example of
showcasing skills
and projects that
support objective.
Skills Resume for graduate student
seeking editorial position
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career_berkeley_edu 33OBJECTIVE Entry level editorial position
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
. Staff Editor for The Archaeological Review
. Trained in expository, media, and academic writing
. Developed archival system for museum fi lm collection
. Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, SASS and Macintosh programs
SKILLS
Writing/Editing
. Edited submitted papers for content, coherence, and language usage.
. Transferred edited copy from print to Quark and formatted material for publication.
. Completed Master’s dissertation; currently synthesizing select chapters for publication.
Research
. Developed, implemented, and interpreted six-page questionnaire.
. Developed sampling techniques including special variant of standard random sample.
. Prepared raw data for computer analysis.
Organization/Administration
. Coordinated all aspects of four-day, international professional conference. Developed agenda, scheduled speakers, and
organized discussion groups.
. Catalogued and curated the American Indian Ethnographic Film Collection for the Lowie Museum of Anthropology.
. Scheduled and coordinated auditions and interviews for performers and technical staff for commercial and industrial fi lm
projects.
. Evaluated and contacted prospective clients and talent agencies as production assistant in commercial and industrial fi lm
projects.
WORK HISTORY
Field Archaeologist and Lab Analyst
Field Archaeologist and Lab Analyst
Field Archaeologist
Collections Curator
Sales Associate
San Jose State University, CA
Enlene and Verberie, France
Jefferson Park, MD
Lowie Museum, Berkeley, CA
Canterbury, San Francisco, CA
Spring 2005
Fall 2003 - Summer 2004
Summer 2003
Summer 2002
2000-2002
EDUCATION
M.A. Archaeology, 2007
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. Anthropology, 2001
University of California, Berkeley
CHRISTOPHER LEWIS
1475 Grand Avenue Apt. 3
Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 555-2217
christol@abc_com
Good way to bring
attention to relevant skills.
Uses skills format so that he
can highlight his writing
and editing experiences
and de-emphasize his
Archaeology background.
Chronological Resume
for summer position
Janet Jones
jjj47@berkeley_edu
Permanent Address Campus Address (until 5/22/07)
9347 West Bell 2222 Dwight Way Apt. #9
Inglewood, CA 90301 Berkeley, CA 94704
(213) 555-1212 (510) 556-1212
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Over five years of customer service experience
Experience conducting research and making presentations
Outgoing, personable, and enjoy working in teams and on group projects
This summary
focuses the
employer’s attention
on transferable skills.
EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley
B.A. Political Science, May 2008. Minor: African American Studies
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of California, Berkeley, Career Center 8/06-present
Peer Advisor
Delivered more than 12 hour-long oral presentations to a variety of student groups
Compiled presentation materials on service oriented topics for numerous UC Berkeley student groups and
organizations
Worked cooperatively on a team of eight to publicize career fairs and workshops
Yogurt Park, Berkeley, CA 1/05- present
Customer Service Representative
Addressed the needs of hundreds of consumers from a variety of racial and ethnic backgrounds
Efficiently attended to customer complaints and handled employee confl ict resolution
Old Navy, Inglewood, CA 6/06-7/06
Promotional Assistant
Worked cooperatively with a group of fifteen individuals to effectively execute 4th of July promotional activities
Interacted with hundreds of men, women, and children while giving away items for a statewide 4th of July event
Clinical Psychology, UCLA Medical Center 6/06- 8/06
Research Assistant
Gathered and processed statistical data from numerous participants that was ultimately used in a
nationwide survey
Hot Dog on a Stick, Los Angeles, CA 6/02-8/05
Assistant Manager
Analyzed and implemented new scheduling system resulting in profit increase and store effi ciency
Kept accurate account of large sums of money and fi nancial transactions
Coordinated and supervised numerous recreational activities and events for sixteen employees
COMPUTER SKILLS
MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint
Research experience on GLADIS, MELVYL library databases
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Chronological Resume
for summer internship
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career_berkeley_edu 35Objective Summer internship in Chemical Engineering
Education University of California, Berkeley
B.S. Chemical Engineering, Chemistry Minor, May 2008, Junior Standing
Relevant
Courses
Chemical Process Analysis
Thermodynamics
Process Fluid Mechanics
Process Control
Technical Communication
Environmental Biotechnology
Chemical Kinetics & Reaction Engineering
Heat and Mass Transfer
Separation Processes
Air Pollutant Emissions and Control
Skills Lab equipment: Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy, Gas Chromatography, Supercritical Fluid
Extraction, and Ion Chromatography
Computer: MS-DOS/Windows and Macintosh applications including Microsoft Office,
WordPerfect, Cricket Graph, Kaleidagraph, and Mathcad; FORTRAN programming
Other: Strong analytical and problem-solving techniques, excellent communication skills,
and ability to work successfully both in groups and independently
Related
Experience
University of California, Berkeley, Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S)
Strawberry Creek Management Intern, Jan. 2006 - present
. Assess water pollution sources in Strawberry Creek Watershed using physical parameter
and surface water chemistry measurements
. Develop a water quality monitoring plan, applying environmental regulatory compliance
and urban creek restoration methodologies
. Prepare a written report documenting assessment
. Attend EH&S project management and implementation meetings
College of Chemistry
Instrument Technician for Environmental Chemistry, Aug. 2006 - present
. Trained to use Perkin-Elmer 3100 atomic absorption spectrometer, Dionex, Basic Ion
Chromatography Module DX-300 series, Perkin-Elmer Autosystem Gas, Chromatograph,and
Hewlett-Packard 7680T SFE Module
. Demonstrate and explain instruments to students
. Prepare laboratory demonstrations and chemical standards
College of Chemistry
Lab Assistant, Jan. 2005-Aug. 2005
. Assisted in development of water quality and led remediation experiments
. Obtained and analyzed water and soil field samples
. Performed contamination-free analytical chemistry and prepared standards
. Performed extensive library research
Additional
Experience
Fatapple’s Restaurant and Bakery, El Cerrito, CA
Waitress, Host/Busser, Cashier, Sept. 2005 - present
Jennifer Miller
777 Santa Barbara Ave.
Berkeley, CA 94787
(510) 555-5678
jm@berkeley_edu
Listing coursework is
helpful, especially if
you don’t have
related experience.
Chronological Resume
for summer internship - sophomore
Job Search Guide 2006-200736OBJECTIVE
To obtain an internship in the field of Business Administration.
EDUCATION
University of California, Berkeley
Intended Major: Psychology
Expected graduation date: May 2009
WORK HISTORY
University of California, Berkeley
Administrative Intern, Haas Center for Executive Development, February 2006 - present
Maintain advertising calendar of events for promotion activities, research prospective companies for
programs, coordinate in-house mailings (international and domestic), perform creative advertising editing,
data entry, filing and other general offi ce work.
Hemet Hoopstars Basketball Camp
Basketball Coach, June 2005 - August 2005
Trained and instructed children ages 7-11 in basketball fundamentals.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Priestley Dormitory Hall Association
Community Board Representative, September 2005 - May 2006
Provided a sense of community by uniting residents of five dormitory buildings. Planned and
executed special events for approximately 1250 residents.
Hemet High School Basketball Team
Varsity Captain/point guard, Fall 2003 and Fall 2004
Junior Varsity Most Valuable Player, Fall 2002
SKILLS
Computer: HTML, Javascript, Microsoft Offi ce software
Language: Spoken Korean
Casey Kim
Current Address: 1234 University St. #222, Berkeley, CA 94704 (510) 555-0777
Permanent Address: 22222 Sunny Drive, Hemet, CA 92544 (909) 555-9254
Email: caseykim@berkeley_edu
First and second year
students may include high
school experience and
accomplishments.
Resume Format
for Emailing Resume as Text
Resume & LetterWriting
career_berkeley_edu 37Dear Ms. Walters,
Thank you for meeting with me after the career panel yesterday at UC Berkeley.
I am very interested in the entry-level manufacturing engineering position we
discussed. The following is a copy of my resume and I have also included it as
an attachment.
I believe my strong mechanical engineering training and work experience in a
manufacturing setting make me an ideal candidate. I am available to begin work
after January 2, 2007.
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
John Chang
RESUME
John Chang
189 Manor Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(510) 555-8975
jc@berkeley_edu
OBJECTIVE
Manufacturing Engineer
EDUCATION
University of California at Berkeley
BS in Mechanical Engineering, December 2006
Honors: Pi Tau Sigma (Mechanical Engineering honor society) Regent’s Scholar
RELATED COURSES
*Product Development *Measurement Systems
*Advanced 3D Modeling *Fluid Mechanics *Applied Fluids
*Thermodynamics *Heat Transfer *Properties of Materials
PROJECTS
*Modeled aluminum tubing framework of a DNA machine and provided cost analysis,
vendor information, and component and assembly drawings.
*Conceptualized and developed a prototype for a device used to prevent the
disastrous effects of household gas leaks.
EXPERIENCE
RAYTEK, INC., Fremont, CA, May 2005-present
Manufacturing Engineering Assistant. Performed daily maintenance and
troubleshooting of a manufacturing line. Researched and tested hardware and
Text format is simple and
easy to read with no
bullets, bold, underlining
or tabs. All text is left
justifi ed. See p. 20.
NOTE: continue for up to three pages (letter plus resume).
COVER LETTERS
Always send a cover letter along with an
application or resume to an employer.
Its purpose is to introduce you and show
the prospective employer how your
background fits their particular job. Use
the cover letter to expand on points from
your resume that you feel are especially
noteworthy or relevant. You can also let
the employer know that you are willing
to relocate or that you have a mutual
acquaintance. You should demonstrate
that you have done your homework on
the organization and know how you can
be an asset to the employer. Prepare an
original cover letter for each job – NOT
a form letter.
Cover letters for advertised
listings
1. Research the employer
Research the prospective employer’s
organization to see how your skills and
abilities meet the organization’s needs,
and how well your values match those
promoted by the organization.
career_berkeley_edu/Infolab/ResEmp_
stm Resources to Research Employers.
In your cover letter, show why you are
a good fit. Send the letter to a specifi c
person whenever possible; otherwise, use
“Dear Hiring Manager” or “Dear Human
Resources Manager.”
2. Analyze the job description
Take a good look at the job responsibilities
and qualifications and design your cover
letter to match these as much as you can.
Often job listings are short and vague.
In this case, draw from your research
of similar jobs to infer what skills and
abilities might be required. For instance, if
you were looking for a job with a bank, it
would be appropriate to mention courses
and past experience related to fi nance.
3. Analyze your background
Think about your background in relation to
the job responsibilities and qualifi cations.
Ask yourself, “What have I done that
is similar to what this job entails?”
Consider courses taken, classroom
projects, past work experience, summer
jobs, internships, volunteer experience,
extracurricular involvement (on- and off-
campus) and travel.
Beyond Advertised Listings
Networking and research leads
You will also write cover letters to employers
that you identify in your independent job
search. Through networking or research,
you will learn of specific openings or job
titles that interest you.
Be sure to indicate in the fi rst paragraph
what position you’re seeking. If a
specific person alerted you to the job
opening, include that person’s name
and professional affi liation (e.g.,
“Professor Jane Seymore in Berkeley’s
Civil Engineering Department suggested
I contact you about your Sanitary
Engineer opening”). Employers receive
many letters and resumes. They are more
likely to read letters that mention specifi c
people they know.
Prospecting Letters
If you are inquiring about possible
openings, you are sending an Inquiry or
Prospecting Letter. Address your letter to
a specific individual, usually the person
who supervises the functional area where
you’d like to work. Be as specifi c as
possible about the type of position that
interests you. Ideally, your research will
reveal the job titles used by this employer.
If not, use commonly understood generic
job titles in the field. The more specifi c
you are, the clearer it will be that you’ve
done your homework and that you know
what the employer needs and what you
have to offer.
COVER LETTER DOS
AND DON’TS
Do
.
Use paper that matches your
resume
.
Write an original cover letter
for each employer and
position
.
State in the first sentence why
you are writing
.
.
Show that you know your
career goals and how they
relate to the position and the
organization
.
Demonstrate originality and
enthusiasm
.
Make your points succinctly;
every point should support
your application
.
Proofread for typos and
accuracy of address and
telephone numbers
.
Run Spell Check on your
computer before you print
your final copy, but remember
that it cannot detect the wrong
form of the word or a
homonym
.
Print envelopes using a
computer printer
.
Keep copies of all materials
for your records
.
Follow up with the employer if
you hear nothing after a
couple of weeks. Inquire if
any further information is
needed and reiterate your
interest.
Don’t
.
Make the letter more than one
page
.
Use generic, all-purpose
cover letters – never copy
cover letters
.
Exaggerate your skills or
experience
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Job Search Guide 2006-2007
Cover Letter
Suggested Content and Layout
The following is intended as a guide. Cover letters should be unique and original.
Your street address
City, State Zip Code
Email address
(Area Code) Phone Number
Month Date, Year
Mr./Ms./Dr. First and Last Name of Person
Position or Title
Employer Organization’s Name
Employer Street Address/P.O. Box
City, State Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name of Addressee:
Tell the reader why you are writing (i.e., regarding the position in which you
are interested; if appropriate, indicate how you learned of the position and/
or organization). Make a general statement about being a good candidate
for the job.
Explain why you have targeted this particular organization: in so doing,
demonstrate your knowledge of its products, services and operations. (This
means you must research the potential employer.) Stress what you have to
offer, not what you want from, the employer. Identify those parts of your
experience (paid or non-paid) which will be of interest to this employer.
Students and recent graduates should draw attention to relevant course
work, special projects and campus activities. In some cases, you will add
detail to items included in your resume. Refer the reader to your enclosed
resume for additional information.
Demonstrate your understanding of the duties of the position in which you
are interested, and state how your unique qualifi cations fi t the position.
Request an interview appointment, or tell the reader that you will contact
him/her soon in order to see if you can schedule a mutually convenient
appointment. If the employer is some distance away, indicate when you
would be available for an interview. (For example, if you will be traveling to
the employer’s location during an academic holiday, indicate the days you
will be in that area.) Thank the reader for his/her time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Type your name
Enclosure
This information may
be set at left margin.
This information may
also be set at left
margin.
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Cover Letter
for existing opening
Job Search Guide 2006-2007402121 Elm Street
Berkeley, CA 94541
maryjones@berkeley_edu
December 28, 2006
Ms. Susan Merrill
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Dispute Analysis & Corporate Recovery Group
100 Palm Street
Los Angeles, CA 90000
Dear Ms. Merrill:
As a Business Administration major at UC Berkeley with a strong background in economics, accounting,
and finance, I am very excited to hear of a staff consultant position with PricewaterhouseCoopers. For
the past eight months, I have been working part-time at Wells Fargo Bank. As part of the Investment
Management Group, I participated in facilitating the merger process with First Interstate Bank, creating
monthly management reports, collecting and preparing financial information, and working alongside
management on a variety of projects. I am proficient at Excel, Access, Lotus 1-2-3, and other computer
applications.
I believe the qualities you seek are well matched by my track record:
Your Needs
Accounting Experience
Finance Experience
Strong Communication Skills
Solid Accounting and Finance
Education
Professional Accomplishments
My Qualifi cations
. Currently working with the Investment Management Group at
Wells Fargo.
. Prepared income tax returns for retail businesses and low
income households.
. Led team in preparing income tax returns by determining
clients’ specialized needs.
. Interact constantly with Wells Fargo managers and vendors.
. Coursework in intermediate financial accounting, auditing,
economics, introductory finance, and investments.
. Graduating Business Administration Major with 3.5 GPA.
. Independently created databases to facilitate expense tracking
for IMG Finance and Marketing.
Since a resume cannot take the place of an interview, may we set up a time to talk? I can be contacted
at (555) 333-1111. I look forward to talking to you soon.
Sincerely,
Mary Jones
Although it’s better to indicate
that you will call them, it’s
okay to wait for a call if they
specifically state “no calls” in
their listing.
Cover Letter
for advertised position
8999 Oakland Ave
Oakland CA 94611
(555) 588-9999
mabelgutzman@berkeley_edu
March 9, 2007
Human Resources-LC
The Humanitarian Foundation
PO Box 1878
San Francisco, CA 94119-3223
Dear Human Resource Manager:
I am interested in your Logistics Coordinator position, which I found listed in Opportunity NOCs. My last
position was as a Seminar Scheduler for a diversity training company in San Jose, in which I supported
people on the front lines (facilitators, teachers, therapists, activists) with the logistical help they needed. I am
looking for work in the nonprofit sector, and my experience and degree in Ethnic Studies make me a strong
candidate for the Logistics Coordinator position.
The enclosed resume describes my education and experience. I enjoy seminar coordination and learned a great
deal in my last position. I would very much like to continue workshop planning. Most of my negotiations
with clients and co-workers took place on the phone, requiring excellent communication and documentation
skills. I have been using primarily Macs at the office, but I have used PCs off and on since high school. I am
not afraid to try new software, and am looking for a position where I can continue to grow and learn.
I can bring to the table hard work, commitment, integrity, humor, and fairness. I am drawn to the Humanitarian
Foundation because its focus is aligned with my interests, which include diversity issues, ecological
awareness, and children’s rights. I want to be in a work environment where people are honored and where I
feel that I am making a difference. I believe that your organization provides such an environment.
The calendar on the Foundation’s website indicates that many of your large events are at night and on
weekends, which my schedule can easily accommodate. I am available for interviews at your convenience
and look forward to learning more about your organization. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Mabel Gutzman
Mabel Gutzman
Know your audience—before
you write the letter, review the
position description, the
organization, and how your
experience and interests
match the needs of the
employer.
Immediately indicate what you are
applying for and how you heard of the
opportunity.
Suggest next steps and
show appreciation
Refer to your resume,
drawing attention to the
most relevant
experience(s) and
qualifi cations. Express
enthusiasm and share
information which may
not be on your resume.
Demonstrate that you
are so interested in
this job that you did
your homework and
learned more about
the organization.
Show that you
understand their
needs beyond the
written job
description.
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Prospecting
Letter
Job Search Guide 2006-200742333 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94765
susantdavis@berkeley_edu
(555) 223-7777
November 15, 2006
Ms. G. M. Price
Hall Corporation
1234 Silicon Drive
Sunnyvale, CA 94567
Dear Ms. Price:
I have followed your company with considerable interest for some time. I am particularly
impressed by the investment community’s high regard for your performance. Recently I read
that your earnings are expected to increase as you continue to benefit from the introduction of
new products and from a growing international presence. These developments have prompted
my letter.
I will graduate from the University of California, Berkeley in May 2007 with a B.S. in Mechanical
Engineering. My experience includes the assembly, configuration, troubleshooting and support of
Intel Pentium and PentiumPro-based PCs and servers running Microsoft Windows 2000 and NT. As
a systems professional with your organization, I would bring a knowledge of Intel-based computer
programs as well as skills in other technical areas such as video, electrical, communications and
networking.
While I do not know what your staffing plans might be at this time, I would welcome the
opportunity to meet with you. I will telephone your office to arrange an appointment.
Sincerely,
Susan T. Davis
Susan T. Davis
Since you don’t have a mutual
contact, you have to fi nd
another way to form a bond
with the reader. Establish that
you are interested specifi cally
in this company and explain
why you are targeting them.
Show that you’ve done your homework and
know something about the company. Unless you
establish this, you may lose the reader’s interest.
Stress
what you
have to
offer, not
what you
hope to
gain.
Keep the letter short and to the point. The
person reading it is probably very busy, and
the letter is just to get her interested in making
an appointment. Be assertive in the closing.
Cover Letter
to mutual acquaintance
Peter Cummings
555 Rodeo Drive
Berkeley, CA 94532
peterc@berkeley_edu
(510) 555-8765
December 17, 2006
Ms. Mary Smith
Sony Pictures Entertainment
1000 Picture Blvd., Ste 900
Culver City, CA 90000
Dear Ms. Smith:
Jane Jones, a friend and Senior Financial Analyst at Sony Pictures, suggested that I forward my resume to you. Based
on my conversations with Jane and a review of your website, I believe Sony Pictures is an outstanding match for my
educational skills, work experience and professional interests. I am a highly motivated individual with a passion for
finance and hope to contribute to the team at Sony Pictures as a Financial Analyst.
My interest in finance has grown steadily during my business school studies, driven mostly by my desire to understand
how business decisions are made. Beginning with my first finance class, and continuing with more in-depth study of
corporate fi nance and managerial accounting, I have been able to see how fi nancial data can be used to make business
decisions - whether in launching a new product or acquiring a new company. The classes have also made it evident that
the decision-making process does not occur in a vacuum, but requires keeping a big-picture perspective. This appeals to
me tremendously as it follows directly from what I have been studying: business with its detailed focus on the company,
and economics with its broad perspective on industry and the marketplace. Working as a Financial Analyst with Sony
Pictures would be a natural extension of the academic foundation I have gained.
My work experiences also reflect my desire to become involved with challenging projects such as those offered by
your organization. At Boston Scientific, I created numerous forecast and inventory reports for the Global Supply Chain
Management team. This required significant attention to detail and analytical work. I further developed my communication
and financial skills by working on numerous cost efficiency projects for the Microbiology department, including the
creation of a corporate-wide standing order matrix.
It is building from these experiences that I would contribute to Sony Pictures. My educational background, corporate
experience, interpersonal and analytical skills, and fascination with financial decision-making would enable me to do
outstanding work as a Financial Analyst. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions, as I would like
to meet with you at your convenience to discuss the possibility of full time employment.
Sincerely,
Peter Cummings
Peter Cummings
Draw attention
to relevant skills
& demonstrate
when and how
you used them.
Begin with the name of your mutual
acquaintance–this creates an immediate
connection.
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