Assignment:
RESUME Assignment Instructions
Job is Administrative Assistant for Law Firm
1. First, obtain a job posting for a job you would like to apply to in a company you would like to work for, now or sometime in the future. This will give you a context for writing your resume and cover letter -- write them as if you are actually applying for that job. You can obtain a job posting through the Career Center at Nova, or the many online job posting sites like Monster, Career Builder, Indeed, Zip Recruiter, etc.
2. Next, develop a cover letter for that job. Remember, a cover letter should present new information and make your "sales pitch" -- why you are uniquely suited for the job -- rather than simply summarizing or rehashing your resume. The cover letter also must conform to the formal business letter format provided on pages 231-232.
3. Finally, write a resume. Think carefully about the best type of resume to display your particular background and skills: a chronological resume (best for those with related experience) or a functional resume (best for those with relevant skills, but not directly-related experience).