The Department of English is collaborating with Career Success to offer a hands-on resume workshop for our English majors and minors. You will learn some tips and tricks for writing a stellar resume as well as some pitfalls to avoid. In this workshop, you will learn how the skills you develop in English major and minor programs translate to experiences you can highlight in job applications. Additionally, you'll see how your expertise in analyzing texts will help you in the job search process. You do not have to have anything prepared to attend the workshop. While we are happy to give you feedback if you have a drafted resume and would like to bring a copy, the workshop presentation will be perfect for those who haven’t started yet as well. Additionally, if you are currently conducting a job/internship search, feel free to bring copies of job advertisements if you would like some ideas to tailor your application to the job.
At the end of this workshop, students will be able to:
- Identify the purpose of a resume, its structure, and its key formatting elements
- Distinguish common missteps that job seekers make in resumes
- Recognize what employers look for in applicant resumes and the role that technology (Applicant Tracking Systems) plays in job searches
- Utilize skills developed in Humanities majors to critique and revise resumes (including their own)
- Develop their resumes and tailor them to specific job ads
For more information about this event, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Falter(.44).
