BY ROSE MORGAN

Resume & Cover Letter

Who cares? You should!

Snap shot of your life and experiences

Prospective employers first indicator as to whether or not you would make a good employee

The Resume

Comprised of varying parts dependent on your strengths

Key parts: header, objective, education, activities / honors, work experience, and community service

Header

Top most section of resumeFirst and last nameDependable address, phone

number and emailEmail must be appropriatePurpose: easy access for

employers to know who you are and how to contact you

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com

Objective

Purpose: lets employers know your main goalTailor objective to specific purpose of resumeExamples:

“To obtain a part-time job with Hollister Co.” “To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky

University”

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com

______________________________________________

Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education

Purpose: to showcase schools you have attended, diplomas/degrees you have earned, areas you have concentrated in, grades, etc.

Shows employers that you are a hard workerInclude: Schools attended, school location,

expected graduation date, and GPA

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com______________________________________________________________________________________________

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Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education:

• Simon Kenton High School, Independence, KY High School Diploma expected June 2010 GPA: 3.8

Experience

Brief overview of work experience Doesn’t have to be an organizational employment,

can be babysitting, yard work, etc.Include: title of position, name of

organization, location of work (city, state), dates of employment, and a description of responsibilities

Use action words to describe work Ex. sold, created, processed

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com______________________________________________________________

Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education:

Simon Kenton High School, Independence, KY High School Diploma expected June 2010 GPA: 3.8

Experience:

Kroger, Independence, KYBagging Associate, 9/10/08 – CurrentResponsibilities include assisting in the opening and closing of store,

working one on one with customers, and bagging goods.

Activities / Honors

Purpose: to highlight important elements of your background that do not fit into any other section

Include: leadership roles, any honors you may have received participation in sports, band, yearbook, etc.

List in order of importance to you

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com__________________________________________________________________________

Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education:

Simon Kenton High School, Independence, KY Commonwealth Diploma, expected graduation June 2010 GPA: 3.8

Experience: Kroger, Independence, KY

Bagging Associate, 9/10/08 – CurrentResponsibilities include assisting in the opening and closing of store, working

one on one with customers, and bagging goods.

Honors/Activities:

Cross Country Team Captain Multiple Deans List & Honor Roll Appearances National Honor Society Member Student Council Vice President

Community Service

Highlights the time and service you dedicate to your community

Big part of college applicationsShows employers that you care about others

& are willing to give back to your community

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com_________________________________________________________________________________________

Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education:

Simon Kenton High School, Independence, KY Commonwealth Diploma, expected graduation June 2010 GPA: 3.8

Experience:

Kroger, Independence, KYBagging Associate, 9/10/08 – CurrentResponsibilities include assisting in the opening and closing of store, working one on one with customers, and

bagging goods.

Honors/Activities:

Cross Country Team Captain Multiple Deans List & Honor Roll Appearances National Honor Society Member Student Council Vice President

Community Service:

Parish Kitchen Volunteer, Covington, KYSpring 2010

Adopt-A-Family VolunteerWinter 2009

Kenton County Animal Shelter Volunteer, Covington, KYSpring 2008 - Current

References

“Available Upon Request”Be sure to have individuals in mind2-3 people, non-relatives

Teachers, coaches, church members, family friends, employers

Rose Morgan6767 Freedom Drive

Independence, KY 41051(859) 654-9087

rmorgan@gmail.com___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Objective: To earn a degree in Psychology at Northern Kentucky University.

Education:

Simon Kenton High School, Independence, KY Commonwealth Diploma, expected graduation June 2010 GPA: 3.8

Experience:

Kroger, Independence, KYBagging Associate, 9/10/08 – CurrentResponsibilities include assisting in the opening and closing of store, working one on one with customers, and bagging

goods.

Honors/Activities:

Cross Country Team Captain Multiple Deans List & Honor Roll Appearances National Honor Society Member Student Council Vice President

Community Service:

Parish Kitchen Volunteer, Covington, KYSpring 2010

Adopt-A-Family VolunteerWinter 2009

Kenton County Animal Shelter Volunteer, Covington, KYSpring 2008 – Current

References Available Upon Request

Do’s of Resume Building

1. Reflect with a family member2. Verify that all contact information is correct

and current3. Double check spelling and grammar4. Make sure the education section has your

graduation date and current status5. Limit to one page6. Make sure you are consistent with

formatting such as font size, type and spacing

7. Find reliable proofreaders!8. Have a targeted audience

Cover Letter

A cover letter should accompany your application every time you apply for a job

Signals that you pay attention to details.

Conveys professionalism. Demonstrates immediately

your written communication skills.

Gives you an opportunity to highlight your skill sets and experience

Things to Think About ……

Why are you applying for the job? What are your objectives?

What are your reasons for wanting to work for the employer?

What are your skill sets and how do they fit into the job you are applying for as well as the vision and mission of the employer?

Cover Letter Guidelines

One pageFind a proofreader Customize your letter as

much as possible by acknowledging the reader and the employer.

Focus on what you can offer the employer.

Establish what makes you different from other candidates

1234 Hire Me DriveAnytown, USA 12345

February 12, 2006

E. M. PloymentDirector of RecruitingCompanyCo567 E. Opportunity WayJobsville, USA 34567

Dear Mr. Ployment:

I am responding to the employment opportunity listed on your Web site. Please acceptthis letter and accompanying resume as evidence of my interest in applying for the(position title) at (company name).

I have the following experience (add experience here) which makes me uniquely qualified for

this position.

I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you and discuss how my skills would meet the

needs of your company. Attached is my resume for your consideration. I look forward to hearing

from you.

Sincerely,

Your Name

Bibliography

http://www.collegeconfidential.com/college_admissions/high_school_resume.htm

http://www.helium.com/knowledge/174996-how-to-write-a-resume-when-you-are-in-high-school

http://www.resumewritingworld.com/highschool-resume-writing.html

http://www.aie.org/Finding-a-career/Writing-your-resume/cover-letters.cfm