r?sum?s (employment)

". . . offer[s] detailed advice on every step of the job-hunting process"--OCLC.

"In . . .[this] high-tech, fast-paced world, the job market is . . . competitive. Searching for even part-time summer work, much less the perfect job, can be time-consuming and challenging. Fortunately, this title has readers covered, with practical tips for honing in-person networking skills and using a variety of reputable online resources to find the positions most suited for their passions and skills. They'll also learn how to craft . . . r?sum?s and . . . cover letters, as well as how to prepare for . . . a job interview. Using this resource, readers can . . . begin their journey toward a . . . career"--Provided by publisher.

In today's high-tech, fast-paced world, the job market is incredibly competitive. Searching for even part-time summer work, much less the perfect job, can be time-consuming and challenging. Fortunately, this title has readers covered, with practical tips for honing in-person networking skills and using a variety of reputable online resources to find the positions most suited for their passions and skills. They'll also learn how to craft superstar r?sum?s and polished cover letters, as well as how to prepare for--and ace--a job interview. Using this resource, readers can confidently begin their journey toward a fulfilling career.

Guides readers through finding work, understanding pay scales and benefits, and learning about hours and schedule.

"Looking for a job can be overwhelming for anyone, especially a teen in search of that first paying gig. In this . . . guide, readers will learn all the steps to finding, applying, and interviewing for a job. Step-by-step instructions will explain how to build a r?suem?, how to write a . . . cover letter, and how to pen business correspondence. Advice will help job-seeking teens to dress professionally, tackle tricky interview questions, and showcase the very best they have to offer"--Provided by publisher.

"Preparing a Resume" teaches the reader about writing a resume, and "Not Her Job" is a story about a high school student who lies on her resume in order to get a job.

A step-by-step guide to writing a resume for blue-collar careers, discussing organization, content, and design; providing advice on the job search and interview process; and including over one hundred sample resumes.