Writing

Curriculum vitae, Résumé,

Cover letter
 Outline

 Curriculum vitae (CV)

 Résumé
 Cover letter
The IBS Center for Geometry and Physics (IBS-CGP) in Korea invites applications for
several senior researcher positions.
Successful candidates for senior researcher positions will be new or recent Ph.D.’s
with outstanding research potential. These senior researcher appointments are for two
or three years, and the salary range is KRW 59,000,000 – 67,000,000. The
appointment is one time renewable up to 5 years in total, contingent upon the
outstanding performance of the researcher. These are purely research positions and
senior researchers will have no teaching duties. IBS-CGP offers annual research travel
expenses in addition to basic research equipment and comprehensive benefits
including medical and travel insurance and retirement fund. A complete application
packet should include:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae including a publication list
3. Research statement
4. At least 3 recommendation letters
5. Consent form for collection and use of personal information
(download from CGP apply page)
For full consideration, applicants should submit an application and items 1, 2, 3, and 5 on the Apply
page of the CGP website (http://cgp.ibs.re.kr/jobopenings/apply) and have their recommendation
letters emailed to [email protected] by Wednesday, November 30, 2022. Recommendations letters
forwarded by an applicant will not be considered.
2021-2022 Academic Year: Assistant Residential
Community Director (ARCD)
Application
Applications for the 2021-2022 positions are now open! Any graduate student
interested in the ARCD position for the 2021-2022 academic year should
submit an application online, including a cover letter, current resume/CV, and
the names of two recommenders.
Submit your application today! Applications are due by Wednesday,
January 27, 2021 at 11:59pm.
https://case.edu/studentlife/residence/join-our-team/graduate-opportunities

Cover Letter & Resume

To apply, candidates are required to upload a cover letter and current resume/CV.
Candidates may want to have this prepared before starting the application.
In your cover letter please address the following questions:
1. How do you see the Residence Life ARCD staff position fitting into your academic,
professional, and personal goals?
2. How did living in the residence halls impact your undergraduate experience? How
does this connect with what you hope to bring to this role? If you have not lived in a
residence hall, what do you hope to bring to this role?
3. How would you leverage your collegiate experiences to support undergraduate
students?
 Rowland School of Business
 Position: Graduate Assistant – Rowland School of Business
 Department: Sports, Arts and Entertainment Management
 Term of appointment: Beginning with the 2021-2022 academic year,
assignment is for fall 2021 and spring 2022 terms. Renewable for
additional term(s) based on need and performance. Twenty hours per
week.
Aims and Objectives
By the end of the session you will be able to:
 Recognise the importance of writing a good CV.
 Recognise the importance of proof-reading for
spelling, punctuation, grammar and meaning.
 Proof-read a “bad CV” and suggest ways of
improving it.
 Identify your own skills and personal qualities.
 Draft and type up your own CV, Resume, Cover letter
Aims and objectives – what’s the difference?

The aim is about what you hope to do

The objectives, there are usually more than one, are the
specific steps you will take to achieve your aim.
Objectives have to be practical, do-able and
achievable.
The aim is the what of the research, and the objective
is the how.

Aim=mục đích; objective=mục tiêu

Curriculum vitae
THE BASICS

The curriculum vitae, also known as a CV or

vita, is a comprehensive statement of your
educational background, working, teaching, and
research experience. It is the standard
representation of credentials within academia.
THE BASICS
 The full CV is only used when applying for academic
positions in four-year institutions.
 Do not use a CV when applying to community
colleges, use a teacher-focused résumé instead.
 Tailor your CV to the specific positions to which you
are applying and place more relevant sections earlier
in the document.
+For a position at a teaching-focused liberal arts
college, the CV will strongly emphasize teaching.
+For a position at a research-intensive university,
the CV will accentuate research.
THE BASICS
 Format can vary by field, so also seek disciplinary-
specific advice from advisers, professors, and
others within your field.
 There are no length restrictions for CVs
FORMATTING:

 Your CV must be well organized and easy to read.

 Choose an effective format and be consistent.
 Use bolds, italics, underlines, and CAPITALIZATION to
draw attention.
 List all relevant items in reverse chronological order in
each section.
 Strategically place the most important information near
the top and/or left side of the page.
 Use a footer with page numbers and your last name, in
case pages get separated
FORMATTING:
 Articulate what you have done and take advantage of
the opportunity to describe your research and
teaching experiences-do more than simply list them.
 Avoid the bland phrase “responsibilities included.”
This can sound like a dull job description. Instead,
use bullets to describe your activities,
accomplishments, and successes
CV should...
 ...persuade the selector that you are worth
interviewing by providing
1. evidence that you have the knowledge, skills and
ability to do the work (CAN)
2. evidence that you are sufficiently motivated to do the
work (WANT)
3. evidence that you will fit the culture and lifestyle
demands of the work environment (FIT)

get you that interview!

The selectors want to know:

1. That you CAN DO the job (Skills)

2. That you WANT the job (Motivation)

3. That you FIT the organisation (Values)

SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
The Basic Sections:
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
Education: List academic degrees, with in progress or
most recently earned first.
- Name of institution, city and state, degree type and
major, month and year degree was (will be) awarded
-Thesis title and advisor, if applicable
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
Relevant Experience: List positions that show off your
skills and expertise. You can group experiences into
relevant categories to enhance your CV (e.g. Research,
Teaching, and Administration). For each position,
include:
 Title, organization name, city and state, dates position
was held.
 Bullet points that summarize your activities/duties,
accomplishments, and successes. Use action verbs.
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
Publications: Give bibliographic citations for articles,
pamphlets, chapters in books, research reports, or any
other publications that you have authored or co-
authored. Use the format appropriate to your particular
academic discipline for a clean look.
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
Presentations (Oral and Poster): Give titles of
professional presentations, name of conference or event,
dates and location, and, if appropriate in your discipline,
also include a brief description. Use the format
appropriate to your particular academic discipline for a
consistent and clean look.
 SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
Honors and Awards: Receipt of competitive scholarships,
fellowships, and assistantships; names of scholastic honors;
teaching or research awards.
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
References: Three to five are appropriate. If you are
responding to an advertisement that asks for references,
include those requested on a separate addendum sheet.
SECTIONS TO INCLUDE
It’s all about you
CVs are an opportunity to show an employer why
you are an ideal candidate for the job.
A good CV will:
 Stand out from the crowd.
 Draw attention to your relevant skills, experience,
achievements and potential.
 Create such an impression on the employer that they
will not be able to turn you down for interview.
Everyone has potential
Everyone has more skills than they think they do
Everyone can write a good CV
Proof-read
 One obvious but often overlooked aspect of good
CV writing is proof-reading for spelling,
punctuation and other errors.

 CVs should be checked, drafted, re-drafted and

then checked again.

 Make sure that your CV is the best document you

possess. It could make all the difference to get you
that interview!
Do
 Use a standard font size in black ink.
 Include recent and relevant work experience (paid or
voluntary).
 Be consistent in your layout.
 List your skills and achievements and back up with evidence.
 Keep it short (maximum 2 pages).
 Use positive action verbs such as “organised, delivered,
accomplished, achieved”.
 Include a statement about your career aspirations and what
you have to offer the employer.
 Be honest but positive (negatives can always be turned into
positives).
 Proof-read for spelling, punctuation, grammar and meaning.
 Get someone to check it for you.
Don’t
 Do it in a rush.
 Leave gaps in employment.
 Lie.
 Include irrelevant personal details such as marital status.
 Simply write a list of duties under work experience
(remember you are selling yourself!).
 Use flashy or large font.

 There is no single way to write a CV. It is your document and

can be structured and presented as you wish within a basic
framework.
 The important thing to remember is that this is the first
impression an employer will have of you. It is your marketing
brochure through which you are trying to sell yourself.
 Résumé

A brief summary of your personal,

educational and professional qualifications
and experiences.
In this session, you will learn:

 What information to include on your resume

 How to organize your information
 How to choose the most appropriate categories
 How to format your resume
 Answers to commonly asked questions about
the resume
Gathering/Grouping Information

The five major sections of a resume:

 Personal Information
 Objective
 Education
 Work Experience
 References
Personal Information

 Name
 Address
 Phone number(s)
 Email address
Personal Information
Includes contact information:
 Top of the page
 Name: large and bold- so it stands out!
 Address: street, town, state & zip code
 Telephone number(s): with professional
message
 Emailaddress: professional looking
([email protected] is not appropriate)
check e-mail on a daily basis
 Sample of Personal Information
Mike Jones
1 Meadow Way
Altamonte Springs, FL 32116
(407) 555-1234
[email protected]

Susan Williams
[email protected]
Current Address Permanent Address
325 Maple St 55 Sycamore Drive
Orlando, FL 32837 Miami, FL 36829
(407) 555-3357 (305) 555-4429

CHRIS SMITH
83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837  (407) 555-8975  [email protected]
Personal Information

CHRIS SMITH
83 Prospect Road  Orlando, FL 32837
(407) 555-8975  [email protected]
Personal Information

Christina Washington
1100 Somewhere Drive (810) 555-5239
Anytown, Michigan 01100 [email protected]
 Objective
 What is an objective?
A one sentence summary of position desired.
 Short
 Specific
 Tailored to the position
 What does an objective do?
 Clarifies the purpose of your resume
 Presents a clear statement of your goals

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Other Possible Sections
 Related skills
 Computer skills
 Volunteer work
 Honors and Awards
 Publications/presentations
 Affiliations
Objective
 Indicates specific position for which you are applying
 Simple, clear, and concise
 Does not need to be a complete sentence (usually a
short, one-line phrase)
 Take advantage of information from the job
advertisement (use key words in your objective)
 Don’t be wordy and don’t add unnecessary
information Translation: Don’t blather on
 Don’t get too “ME” centered
Objective
Remember, this is a major heading

Objective: To obtain an entry level position in Home

Health Care

Objective: To obtain a position as an Information

Technology Specialist

Objective: To obtain an advanced level position in

Marketing and Finance
 Christina Washington

1100 Somewhere Drive (810) 555-5239

Anytown, Michigan 01100 [email protected]

Objective: To obtain an entry level position as an Electrical Engineer.

Education




Education

 High School Diploma

 Associates Degree

 Advanced Associates Degree

 Bachelors Degree

 Masters Degree

 Doctoral Degree
Education
 CERTIFICATION

 CertifiedTraining
 Vocational Training
 Teaching Certification
 Other Certificates indicating educational
training

Remember to stick to the

What/Where/When format
Education

 OTHER ITEMS TO INCLUDE

 Academic Majors and Minors
 ?? Grade Point Averages ??
 Relevant Coursework
 Only if it’s related in some way to the job you’re
applying for
 List it as a subheading under EDUCATION
 Don’t list everything and Don’t list course
numbers
 Christina Washington
1100 Somewhere Drive (810) 555-5239
Anytown, Michigan 01100 [email protected]

Objective:
To obtain an entry level position as an Electrical Engineer.

Education:
Associates Degree; Major in Electrical Engineering
Anytown Community College, Anytown, Michigan
May 2009
Related Coursework in Computers, Technical and Blueprint Reading,
and Advanced Circuitry
Work Experience
 This section is the single most important place to sell
yourself to a potential employer

 With so many to read, employers often skim resumes,

looking for:
 Key job titles
 Specific skills
 Relevant qualifications

Always use key words/phrases that clearly and

briefly articulate your experiences
Work Experience
 Stick to the What/Where/When format

 The skills you include on your resume should be

connected to the skills required in the job you are
seeking
Good skill-related verbs
Administered Analyzed Appraised
Assembled Budgeted Coached
Compiled Conducted Coordinated
Designed Developed Evaluated
Facilitated Managed Monitored
Negotiated Planned Repaired
Printed Recorded Recruited
Served Supervised Taught
Translated Wrote Reviewed
Christina Washington
1100 Somewhere Drive (810) 555-5239
Anytown, Michigan 01100 [email protected]

Objective:
To obtain an entry level position as an Electrical Engineer.

Education:
Associates Degree; Major in Electrical Engineering
Anytown Community College, Anytown, Michigan
May 2009
Related Coursework in Computers, Technical and Blueprint Reading, and
Advanced Circuitry

Work Experience:
Electrical Apprentice, Anytown Electrical Agency, Anytown Michigan
September 2000 to present.
*Delivered supplies to the Associate Electricians on site
*Assisted Associate Electricians with in-house repairs
References
 Available on Request

 Create a list of references on a separate page

Always ask first

Use professional information, not personal

List Name, title, organization, address, and

contact info.
Other Possible Categories
 Research Experience
 Related Experience
 Accomplishments
 Related skills
 Volunteer Experience
 Honors and Awards
 Publications
 Conference Presentations
 Workshops
 Christina Washington
100 Somewhere Drive Work (810) 555-5239
Anytown, Michigan 01100 [email protected]

OBJECTIVE: To obtain an entry level position as an Electrical Engineer.

EDUCATION:
Associates Degree: Major in Electrical Engineering
Anytown Community College, Anytown, Michigan, May 2009

Related Coursework: Computers, Technical and Blueprint Reading, and Advanced Circuitry

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Electrical Apprentice, Anytown Electrical Agency,
Antyown Michigan September 2000 to present.

*Delivered supplies to the Associate Electricians on site

*Assisted Associate Electricians with in-house repairs

REFERENCES: Available upon request

Quick Tips for a Better Resume
 Make your name stand out
 Let your objective reflect the job you’re applying for
 Use headings and subheadings for organization
 Use What/Where/When format
 Put Education and Work Experience in reverse
chronological order
 Use bullets points to make your experiences stand out
 Proofread, proofread, proofread, proofread
personal, educational and

Résumé
Resume: A brief summary of your
personal, educational and professional
qualifications and experiences.
Cover letter
 Cover letter
What is a cover letter?
 A supplement to the resume/CV that includes
more detailed information about yourself
 Show your qualifications to a job
 Expresses your interest in a position
 Request for an interview
 And ‘must’ with your resume/CV to let you
stand out
Cover letter
Return on Investment (ROI); Search Engine Optimization
commercial driver's license (CDL)
 Cover letter
YOUR NAME
Your street address
Your city, state zip code
(Your area code) your phone number
Your email address

Today's Date

Name of person you are contacting

Person's title
Company name
Street address
City, state zip code
Dear Mr. or Ms.______
Paragraph 1: Tell the employer your reason for writing. If you are writing in response to an
advertisement in the paper, include the title of the position you are applying for and how you found
out about it. If somebody referred you to this company, list that person's name and title and where they
work. Write something positive in this first paragraph (I am very interested in applying for the
position of…..). You can even use this to discuss an idea or a need they have that you discovered
through your research of their business.

Paragraph 2: Briefly highlight the strengths of your resume by stressing what you can do for the
employer. By carefully analyzing the job description, you can determine the skills the employer is
looking for. Try to match the employer's requirements with the qualifications that you can offer.
Sometimes an additional paragraph is needed to list all of your strengths and accomplishments, rather
than trying to fit them into a single paragraph. You can also insert a table with ‘specific needs of
employer’ and ‘your accomplishments, experience and skills’ that meet those needs. A bulleted list is
also fine. Your goal is to get their attention and make it easy for them to see your value to them as a
candidate. If you get their attention they will read your resume next!

Paragraph 3: Request an interview or tell the employer that you will call for an appointment.

Sincerely,

(sign your name in this space)

Type your name

A Few Things To Keep In Mind
The goal is to get an interview!

 Should be brief and interesting

 Limit to one page, 3-4 paragraphs
 Complement your resume, not repeat
 Give employers reasons to hire you
Format
 Font that matches your resume
 Typical business formatting
 Clearly visible contact information on top
A return address, the date, and the address of the
recipient
 Address the letter to a specific person at the company
you are applying to
Tips for Creating a Powerful Cover Letter

 Send an original letter

– Keep it short, specific, and to the point
– You CAN use several basic cover letter
templates, customized for the particular position
and company to which you are applying
 State the job title
 Explain why you want this job
– NOT to “make money”
 Tips for Creating a Powerful
Tips for Creating a Powerful Cover Letter
Cover Letter (cont’d)
 Describe specific ways you will contribute
– Refer to, but don’t repeat, your resume
– Reflect your own self-confidence

 Keep the content professional

 Maintain a tone of warmth

 State your follow-up plan

Tips for Creating a Powerful Cover
Letter (cont’d)
Proofread, revise, and edit…

…this is extremely important….

Business Letter Format
 Your Contact Information
 The Date
 Employer’s Name, Position, and Address
 The Greeting
 Introductory Paragraph
 Body of the Letter
 Summary Paragraph
 Closing
 Your Name and Signature
Opening Information
Street Address
City, State, Zip
Telephone Number
Current Date

Employer’s Name
Title
Department
Organization
Street Address
City, State, Zip

Dear Mr./Ms./ Dr./ Individual’s Name:

Sample Opening
1309 E. 10th Street
Bloomington, IN 47405
June 15, 2004

Ms. Sandra Jones

ABZ Company
New York, New York
00055

Dear Ms. Jones:

INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH
Limit paragraphs to two to five complete sentences
Use appropriate vocabulary
 If this is a repeat contact type of letter:
– Give specific details of any previous
correspondence or conversation.
– State appreciation for past consideration.
 Supply your credentials.
 List a specific job title.
 Indicate your knowledge of the company.
 Mention the name of a contact.
Sample Intro Paragraph

I am responding to your ad in Business Week for a

position as an Accounting Consultant. My experience
and education make me an excellent candidate for
this position.
BODY OF THE LETTER

 Elaborate on your resume

– Use real examples (mini-STARs)
– State applicable work/internship experiences
– List relevant coursework
– Stress your key assets as they relate to this specific
job
 Highlight applicable skill sets
– technical skills
– writing ability
– proficiency in languages
– job-applicable personal interests
 Make reference to attachments
Sample body

Limit paragraphs to (two to five complete sentences)

Use appropriate vocabulary

My career has been built in non-profit management,

commercial banking, public finance, accounting,
management, and human resources. My success has
come from identifying, leveraging, and combining my
skills and knowledge with my passion to achieve. I
have consistently met, even exceeded, the expectations
of my employers.
Sample body (cont’d)
Limit paragraphs to (two to five complete sentences)
Use appropriate vocabulary

As noted on my resume, I am involved in many

professional and community organizations. My
leadership positions in these organizations, combined
with my strong business background, show that I
possess the skills needed to be a candidate for the
Accounting Consultant position. I am outgoing,
hardworking, and easy to get along with. I am willing
to learn any new skills needed for this position.
SOME VARIATIONS

 You can use BULLET POINTS for emphasis within a

paragraph
 You can list qualifications mentioned in the job listing
in BOLD print, then describe your corresponding
skills or experiences
 You can try a two-column approach
Employer’s Needs Your Skills
CLOSING
 Ask for an interview
 Indicate your next action
 Appropriate closing line, such as:
Sincerely,
Truly yours,
 Typed name
 Enclosure:
 cc: (indicates to whom a copy has been sent)
Sample Closing

I would like to discuss this position with you in person.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have.
You may reach me at 812-855-5555 or
[email protected]. I will follow up with you next week
to check on the status of my application. Thank you very
much for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Jane Doe

Enclosure: resume
EVERY WORD COUNTS
 Use powerful action verbs (See examples)

 Search out appropriate self-descriptive adjectives

(See examples)

 Use a thesaurus to select precise words

 What five key descriptive words will your letter

convey?
 ACTION VERBS
 Achieved
 Administered  Effected
 Attained  Established
 Built  Led
 Expedited  Maintained  Reinforced
 Coached  Formulated  Managed  Reorganized
 Completed  Generated  Motivated  Researched
 Coordinated  Headed  Negotiated  Set up
 Delivered  Implemented Organized
  Simplified
 Demonstrated  Improved  Originated  Solved
 Developed  Invented  Planned
 Tackled
 Launched  Presented
 Taught
 Proposed
 Updated
 SELF-DESCRIPTIVE WORDS
 Adaptable
 Analytical  Efficient
 Assertive  Energetic
 Confident  Innovative
 Enterprising
 Conscientious  Manager
 Enthusiastic  Responsible
 Creative  Personable
 Expressive  Self-reliant
 Disciplined  Persuasive
 Extroverted  Self-starter
 Precise
 Ingenious  Skilled
 Productive
 Reliable
 Tactful
 Team player
 Technical
Use Active Verbs, but not Cartoonishly Active

Verbs have either active or passive voice. The active

voice is more powerful.
 Active: Pat Smith wrote the report.
 Passive: The report was written by Pat Smith.
A passive verb always consists of a form of to be
followed by a past participle.
(was seen, had been taught, is guaranteed)
…so, let’s re-write that first “body”
paragraph in our earlier sample….

“I have built my career on effective non-profit

management, commercial banking, public finance,
accounting, and management skills based on hard-
won expertise in human resources. I have succeeded
by identifying….”

-RATHER THAN THE MORE PASSIVE-

“My career has been built in non-profit management,

commercial banking, public finance, accounting,
management and human resources. My success has
come from identifying….”
No-no’s
 Glib or cute
 More than one page
 Too many attachments
 Errors in grammar or spelling
 Too little information
 Non-standard terminology

……and, watch out for

the “Notorious Confusables”….
 EXAMPLE 1:
INVITING APPLICATION FOR JOB
 EXAMPLE 2:
INVITING APPLICATION FOR JOB
 EXAMPLE 1:
INVITING APPLICATION FOR JOB
Avoid Pompous Wordiness in Speech and Writing

 At this point in time-NOW

 In spite of the fact that-ALTHOUGH
 Cooperate together-COOPERATE
 Owing to the fact that-BECAUSE,SINCE
 On account of the fact that-BECAUSE
 During the time that-WHILE
 In an efficient manner-EFFICIENTLY
REVISE, EDIT, REWRITE

 Proofread the next day

 No errors are allowed
 Read the letter aloud
 Seek advice from qualified sources such as career
counselors, professors, business associates, relatives,
and friends