FAQs

I have completed my engineering. I am expecting my results by the end of this month and wish to apply for jobs. Please guide me on how to draft my resume.

Abdul Majeed

Cochin

Tips for an effective resume would include the following

An objective stating briefly what type of work you hope to obtain

Address and telephone number on the right side, and in case of a change of address do mention it

Clear and descriptive

(Be) Specific in what you need to tell to your employer

A resume is not just a document of credentials; it is the most powerful channel between you and the potential employer. A resume should cover everything about yourself that is relevant to the job on offer and just touch upon your skills in other areas.

A typical resume will include personal details, date of birth, languages known, educational qualifications, computer qualifications, projects undertaken, work experience (give the total number of years, and then break it up starting from the latest company you are working for and the latest job description along with your designation followed by other job descriptions; achievements (outline anything unique you have achieved in any of your jobs, or academically. It could be some valuable contribution you made to your job or company, special awards or recognition from the management); special skills (Mention any special skills you may have developed over the course of your experience); and references available upon request towards the end of the resume.

Ideally, your entire resume should not exceed a page. If you have had a number of years of experience specific to the job you are applying for, two pages are also acceptable.

Kindly guide me on how to write a job requisition letter.

Shilpa

Via e-mail

The purpose of a cover letter is to provide support for your candidature in ways not covered by your resume. It allows you an opportunity to introduce yourself and capture the attention of the employer. If you are applying for several jobs, it is preferable that you submit a cover letter for each position. To apply, refer to the job requisition number and send two copies of your resume and a covering letter along with it, mentioning the date of the advertisement and the post applied for. Include the job requisition number. Make sure your name is the first thing on the page, use the standard address format, list phone numbers and e-mail addresses separately.

Use standard, 8.5"x11" white paper, mail the resume in a 9"x12" envelope, use the regular font size (12 to 14 point) and standard fonts, print (preferably laser printed) on one side of the paper only. Use terms and jargon specific to your industry, spell out acronyms, check punctuations, and list specific skills using nouns rather than action verbs