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E210/Business and Professional Writing, Dr. Michael O'Conner |
This is a two part project.
First, after reading Chapter 17, utilize what you have learned by writing either a chronological, functional, or combination resume, modeling one of these styles that appear in the textbook (Fig. 17-5, 17-6, 17-7).
Make sure to use the checklist for resumes on page 563.
Remember:
1. Errors and noticeable corrections are intolerable. (-5 pts for every error
found)
2. Appearance is at least as important as content. A pleasing looking document
is essential here.
Next, write a cover letter, like the one in Fig 17-10. Use the checklist for application letters on page 573.
In this cover letter, you may:
--apply for one of the jobs in the Help Wanted ads on page 579.
--apply to a job you find through an online search (see page 549), at places
like monster.com or nation.job.com.
Please copy and paste the job description into a separate Word document to submit
along with your assignment. Call it adxxx.doc, where the xxx are your initials.
Pay close attention to the elements of an effective cover letter.
Many of these guidelines apply:
1. the letter should be error free
2. the letter should look carefully prepared
3. state the purpose of your letter in the opening sentence
4. the letter should only be one page long
5. the letter should be tailored toward a specific audience and a specific position.