work immersion building confidence

bio-data

 short form for biographical data

- focus is on personal attributes/ information of the applicant like date of birth, gender, religion, race, nationality, residence, marital status, hobbies, height/weight, and the likes

- a chronological listing of a person’s education and work experience

resume

a document that briefly summarizes your education, experience, employment, training, skills, and abilities

- includes a brief, targeted list of skills and achievements tailored to the position you are applying for concise document typically not longer than one page

personal information
objective
educational background
work and related experience
professional skills
references

key elements of a resume:

cover letter

 also known as Letter of Intent

- this is a critical component of a successful externship, internship or job search

- this introduces your resume to an employer and are often the first thing they read

- it is essential that your cover letter reflects your experience and skills as they relate to the position you are applying for

date
address
salutation
introduction
body
closing paragraph

sections of cover letter:

motivation letter

also known as Statement of Purpose

- a personal document required when applying to a university, scholarship, or academic program

- explains why you want to study at an institution, what drives your interest, and why you are a good fit for the program