PREPARING RESUME and

APPLICATION LETTER
RESUME
 A resume is a formal document that displays an
individual's professional background and relevant skills
 Moreover, a resume is a concise document that provides
an overview of your education, work experience, and
other qualifications such as certifications and awards
 It is typically used when applying for job opportunities
or internships.
 The purpose of a resume is to showcase your relevant
accomplishments and abilities to potential employers,
helping them assess your suitability for a particular role.
STEPS IN WRITING A RESUME
1. Gather your professional information and
prepare to write a great resume
2. Add your contact information.
 Your full name.
 A reliable phone number.
 Your professional email address.
 Your city, state and ZIP code.
 A link to your professional social media account,
website or portfolio if you have them.
3. Write a summary or objective statement.
4. Make a work history section.
5. Create a skills section to highlight your
strengths.
6. List your education accurately
7. Add relevant certifications, licenses and
training
8. Proofread, check your formatting and save your
final product
WHAT IS AN APPLICATION LETTER?

 An application letter, also known as a cover letter,

is a document that accompanies your resume when
you're applying for a job. This letter expands upon
the information you have noted in your resume. It
gives you a powerful opportunity to emphasize
your most relevant qualifications and explain why
you believe you're the best candidate for the job .
HOW TO WRITE APPLICATION
LETTER?
1. Create a draft featuring what you'd like to
write
2. Create an outline for your letter
3. Write an introduction
4. Introduce your reasons for the application
5. Write a conclusion
ADDITIONAL TIPS
1. Research the company and job opening
2. Use a professional format
3. State the position you're applying for
4. Explain why you're the best fit for the job
5. Summarize your qualifications
6. Mention why you want the job
7. Include a professional closing
 [Your name]
[Your address]

 [Date]

 [Hiring manager's name]

[Hiring manager's title]
[Company name]
[Company address]

 Dear [Hiring manager's name],

 I'm writing to express my interest in the position of [job title] at [company].

[Explain how you heard about the job and name your contact if you were referred
by someone within the company.] I believe my [skills and qualifications] make
me an ideal fit for this job.
 [Use the second paragraph to elaborate on how you would help the company.
Reference specific campaigns or projects when possible.]
 [Use the third paragraph to summarize your key
qualifications. Elaborate on your most important
accomplishments and include details that you were unable
to provide in the more concise format of your resume.]

 [Use the fourth paragraph to briefly explain why you

want to work for this company. Mention the additional
documents included with your cover letter, and express
your excitement about moving forward in the hiring
process.]

 Sincerely,
[Your name]