1. Welcome
2. Introduction to the course
3. Fundamental preparation
4. Document preparation
The CV and the résumé . How to select part-time jobs and extra-curricula activities to gain experience and demonstrate to themselves and others what they like best and can do best. Explanation how to create a CV illustrating education, work history and accomplishments
5. The résumé
The content of a résumé and how it is designed to capture the attention of the recruitment manager who is looking to find a perfect match to the job requirements. Explanation of what is not included in the resume, and the reasons why they are excluded.
6. Responding to a job advertisement
The creation of a résumé matched to a job advertisement illustrating the process how the resume and associated cover letter are produced. Identifying key words and key phrases and ensuring that they are covered appropriately in the résumé and associated cover letter with downloadable materials
7. The cover letter
The creation and development of a cover letter that will accompany the resume for the undergraduate engineer. The structure of the letter is given, highlighting the purpose of the various letter paragraphs with a downloadable template. It is possible to use a similar cover letter construction supporting any resume, including an account executive.
8. InsightCV Keywords Techniques (ICVKT)
ICVKT relates to the process of modifying a résumé truthfully to match the needs of a job advertisement. Applicant Tracking Systems and how they are used to sift résumés when there are large numbers of applications. The value of carefully crafting a cover letter to professionally support the résumé.