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Yayuk
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How to write easy read CV by HR manager?
I am a lifelong student and actively looking for a job but always never hear anything back from companies I applied for. #graduate #manager #hiring #fresh
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Tyler Pace
Design Researcher
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Tyler’s Answer
Resumes and cover letters should be tailored to make it clear to the hiring manager just how closely your experiences and abilities match the 'preferred skills' and/or 'responsibilities' section of the job posting.
Personally, I read cover letters before I look at resumes because I'm looking for someone that has taken the time to write a thoughtful, 1-page explanation of why they would be a great fit for the position and the company. If the person hasn't taken the time to do this work, then I'm unlikely to give their resume a glance.
When I review resumes, I look for information that suggests the candidate is a good match for the specific skills or job responsibilities that I listed in the job posting. Being very specific with keywords helps here, but not in a way that you're just listing "programming", I want to know what you've done with programming, e.g., did you streamline a business process or create a new customer facing feature?
Also, as a student, you probably have access to career advising services at your school. These folks are amazing resources and are available to review your resumes and cover letters to help make them top notch.
Personally, I read cover letters before I look at resumes because I'm looking for someone that has taken the time to write a thoughtful, 1-page explanation of why they would be a great fit for the position and the company. If the person hasn't taken the time to do this work, then I'm unlikely to give their resume a glance.
When I review resumes, I look for information that suggests the candidate is a good match for the specific skills or job responsibilities that I listed in the job posting. Being very specific with keywords helps here, but not in a way that you're just listing "programming", I want to know what you've done with programming, e.g., did you streamline a business process or create a new customer facing feature?
Also, as a student, you probably have access to career advising services at your school. These folks are amazing resources and are available to review your resumes and cover letters to help make them top notch.
Anup Nair
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Anup’s Answer
Hello,
I am assuming you want to write a resume that will make it stand out and get noticed with the HR professionals during screening.
Firstly, the resume should not be long enough. An ideal resume should not be more than 2 pages long.
There should be a brief summary or synopsis in your resume that should tell who you are and what skills you bring to the table.
List down your major and relevant accomplishments.
List down your key skills that is relevant to the job that you might be interested in.
Describe your current and previous role in brief.
If there are any certifications or industry wide events that you have been part of, attended or delivered any seminars, call that out.
I am assuming you want to write a resume that will make it stand out and get noticed with the HR professionals during screening.
Firstly, the resume should not be long enough. An ideal resume should not be more than 2 pages long.
There should be a brief summary or synopsis in your resume that should tell who you are and what skills you bring to the table.
List down your major and relevant accomplishments.
List down your key skills that is relevant to the job that you might be interested in.
Describe your current and previous role in brief.
If there are any certifications or industry wide events that you have been part of, attended or delivered any seminars, call that out.
Adrienne Campos, M.Ed.
Career Counseling & Coaching
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Adrienne’s Answer
First of all, there is a huge difference between a resume and a CV. A CV is a professional document used mostly in academia with a timeline of your accomplishments, presentations, publications, etc. This is a rather long document most HR professionals are not interested in reviewing.
A resume on the other hand should be a one page, very brief summary regarding your skills, experience, education, and perhaps honors or certifications. This is the document most HR professionals seek.
I would suggest contacting a professional resume writer who can help you set up a resume and cover letter which may help you get some interviews.
Maurice Ford
Human Resources Administrator at the US Navy Reserve
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Maurice’s Answer
It sounds like you are looking to build a strong resume to get more attention from HR professionals.
What you need to do is tailor your experience, skills and education to the job position you are applying for. Make sure you can account for everything the job listing is asking for, specifically the preferred skills section. You can also use the assistance of a resume writer, but the prices can be steep.
Your resume is designed to sell yourself. I'd recommend giving a brief summary of yourself, complimented with experience, education, skills and any volunteer work.
If you are trying to improve callbacks, make sure you are contacting the employer after 2 weeks of submissions to check on the status of your application. This shows initiative and desire to be employed at that employer.
Lastly, I would recommend that you attend networking events, such as seminars, webinars and job fairs. A warm hand off is always better than a cold one. Look into finding a mentor in the profession you are looking to get into.
Good Luck
What you need to do is tailor your experience, skills and education to the job position you are applying for. Make sure you can account for everything the job listing is asking for, specifically the preferred skills section. You can also use the assistance of a resume writer, but the prices can be steep.
Your resume is designed to sell yourself. I'd recommend giving a brief summary of yourself, complimented with experience, education, skills and any volunteer work.
If you are trying to improve callbacks, make sure you are contacting the employer after 2 weeks of submissions to check on the status of your application. This shows initiative and desire to be employed at that employer.
Lastly, I would recommend that you attend networking events, such as seminars, webinars and job fairs. A warm hand off is always better than a cold one. Look into finding a mentor in the profession you are looking to get into.
Good Luck