Tool kit
Every successful work search starts with a strong application. We can help you navigate the world of résumés, cover letters, interviews and portfolios.
By completing the resources in the tool kit, you'll be able to:
- Read and understand job postings and tailor your applications.
- Develop effective job applications, including résumés, CVs and cover letters.
- Understand how to present yourself well during interviews.
- Assemble a portfolio that showcases your projects, competencies and accomplishments.
- Download a hard copy of these learning objectives
- Read and understand job postings
- Write a résumé or CV
- Write a cover letter
- Prepare for an interview
- Put together a portfolio
Read and understand job postings
A job posting isn’t something to be casually glanced at—it’s a tool that has the ingredients to help you create a memorable application. Use the resources in this section to learn how to interpret job postings.How to deconstruct a job posting
Understanding exactly what an employer is looking for will help you stand out. We've made it easy to match your competencies and experience to job postings. It's a straightforward as:
- Printing the job posting and description.
- Identifying the required qualifications and skills and abilities listed in the posting or description.
- Identifying how you match the criteria.
EXERCISE: Use the How to deconstruct a job posting - info sheet to learn how to identify key information in a job posting. Then use the Deconstruct a job posting - worksheet to deconstruct a jobposting that appeals to you. Match your competencies to the posting.
Check out the competency kit for information about the different types of competencies.
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