MOLLOY UNIVERSITY
CAREER GUIDE
Molloy University Career Center
molloy.edu | 516-323-3470 | [email protected] | Public Square 320
About Us
The Molloy University Career Center is committed to ensuring student and alumni success. Our
dedicated team and engaging programs are available to guide our students as they develop their
career readiness skills and explore options.
Services
Appointments: In-Person, virtually, phone or by email
Schedule a one-on-one appointment with a career representative for resume/cover letter
review, assistance with applying and searching for jobs/internships, career/major exploration,
skill-building workshops, and graduate school information.
Practice interviewing through scheduling a mock interview with a career representative or
practice virtually via Interview Stream.
Students and alumni can create an appointment and review Career Center resources via
Handshake.
Handshake
Handshake is Molloy University’s hub for all aspects from college to career – internships, part-
time jobs, full-time jobs, volunteer opportunities and Career Center events and appointments!
This platform allows students to create individualized proles so that prospective employers may
reach out to potential candidates. Students and alumni can sign up at www.joinhandshake.com
Events
Career Fair/Networking Events
Annual career fair are hosted for all majors during the academic year.
Multiple networking events are held for all majors from all industries.
On-Campus Interview Days
Employers from various industries come onto campus to interview and
recruit Molloy students and alumni.
Workshops
The Career Center collaborates with various departments and student organizations to
facilitate interactive and informative sessions throughout the academic year.
Follow us @molloycareercenter
for job postings and Career Center events!
Career Guide
Contents
About Handshake.........................................................................................................4
Four-Year Action Plan..................................................................................................5
Career Competencies...................................................................................................6
Resume Tips....................................................................................................................7
Skills.............................................................................................................................8
Assess Yourself............................................................................................................ 9
Resume Action Verbs................................................................................................10
Sample Resumes.................................................................................................. 11-16
The Cover Letter...........................................................................................................17
Sample Cover Letter....................................................................................................18
Ten Steps to Interview Success................................................................................. 19
Types of Interviews.................................................................................................... 20
Sample Interview Questions.................................................................................20-21
The STAR Method of Behavioral Interviewing....................................................22
Interview With Condence Worksheet..............................................................23-24
Five Tips for Building Your Network........................................................................ 25
Building Your Online Presence Like a Pro.............................................................. 26
Developing Your LinkedIn Prole............................................................................ 27
Dress for Success.......................................................................................................28
Email Correspondence and Thank-You Notes......................................................29
Negotiating a Job Oer.........................................................................................30
Graduate Programs....................................................................................................30
Molloy University Career Center
Room 320, Public Square
Rockville Centre, NY 11571-5002
516.323.3470
Molloy Mission
Molloy University, an independent,
Catholic University rooted in the
Dominican tradition of study, spirituality, service and community,
is committed to academic excellence with respect for each person.
Through transformative education,
Molloy promotes a lifelong search for truth
and the development of ethical
leadership.
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Four-Year Action Plan
ACADEMIC CAREER PERSONAL/SOCIAL
Freshman Year
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Meet with your academic advisor to
explore academic disciplines
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Sign up for introductory elective
courses that interest you
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Talk with faculty and actively
participate in class
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Develop study and time
management
skills
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Maintain a solid GPA
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Meet with a Career Center professional
to start your individualized 4-year plan
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Attend career-related events/ workshops
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Develop your resume and seek a part-
time job, summer job and/or volunteer
opportunities
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Volunteer
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Join Handshake
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Create LinkedIn student account
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Join at least two of Molloy’s student
clubs or organizations
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Maintain a balanced school/social life
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Attend student programs on campus
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Attend sporting events
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Download CORQ
Sophomore Year
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Consider participating in an internship
experience
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Meet with your academic advisor to
ensure you are still on the right track to
graduation
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Maintain a solid GPA
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Begin graduate school application
process and entrance exams, if applicable
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Keep track of professors for references
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Research companies/work environments
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Attend career programs
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Revise resume and have critiqued by a
Career Center professional
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Network with faculty, sta and employers
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Develop a list of professional references
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Participate in a mock interview
•
Use social media to follow companies/
contacts in your industry
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Update LinkedIn account
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Explore career choices after graduation
•
Continue practical experiences through
activities, employment, and community
involvement
•
Take on a leadership role in your
student organization
•
Practice stress management and time
management techniques
•
Attend industry conferences
Junior Year
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Consider participating in an internship
experience
•
Meet with your academic advisor to
ensure you are still on the right track to
graduation
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Maintain a solid GPA
•
Begin graduate school application
process and entrance exams, if applicable
•
Keep track of professors for references
•
Research companies/work environments
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Attend career programs
•
Revise resume and have critiqued by a
Career Center professional
•
Network with faculty, sta and employers
•
Develop a list of professional references
•
Participate in a mock interview
•
Use social media to follow companies/
contacts in your industry
•
Update LinkedIn account
•
Explore career choices after graduation
•
Continue practical experiences
through activities, employment,
and community involvement
•
Take on a leadership
role in your student
organization
•
Practice stress management
and time management
techniques
•
Attend industry conferences
Senior Year
•
Fill out all necessary graduation
documentation
•
Fill out, request and send all
•
necessary graduate school information,
i.e. – transcripts, nancial aid, graduate
assistant and scholarship applications
•
Have your resume and cover letter
reviewed by a Career Center professional
•
Attend interviewing, resume and job
search workshops
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Participate in a mock interview
•
Research possible companies/
organizations/employment options
•
Join Associations and attend industry
conferences
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Connect with leaders on Social Media
•
(LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
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Notify the Career Center of any job oers
•
Join state and national professional
organizations
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Access personal and professional goals
•
Utilize all services oered at Molloy and
continue to stay involved
•
Establish and maintain relationships on
campus and throughout the community
•
Use the Career Center services
throughout your career
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Career Readiness
Career readiness is a foundation from which to demonstrate requisite core competencies that
broadly prepare the college educated for success in the workplace and lifelong career management.
Competencies for a Career-Ready Workforce
Career & Self Development
Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through continual personal and
professional learning, awareness of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of
career opportunities, and networking to build relationships within and without one’s
organization.
Communication
Clearly and eectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons
inside and outside of an organization.
Critical Thinking
Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and
logical analysis of relevant information.
Equity & Inclusion
Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage
and include people from dierent local and global cultures. Engage in anti-racist practices
that actively challenge the systems, structures, and policies of racism.
Leadership
Recognize and capitalize on personal and team strengths to achieve organizational goals.
Professionalism
Knowing work environments dier greatly, understand and demonstrate eective work
habits, and act in the interest of the larger community and workplace.
Teamwork
Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work eectively toward common goals,
while appreciating diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.
Technology
Understand and leverage technologies ethically to enhance eciencies, complete tasks,
and accomplish goals.
Reprinted courtesy of the National Association of Colleges and Employers
Naceweb.org/career-readiness-competencie
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Resume Tips
A RESUME is your opportunity to explain to
an
organization why you are the ideal candidate
for
a position.The following tips will assist you in
putting your best foot forward!
Grammar
• Be consistent with your punctuation.
• Do not switch verb tenses within a job. Write in the
present tense for duties you are currently performing.
• Spell-out numbers between one and nine. Use numerals
for numbers 10 and above unless it appears at the
beginning of a sentence.
• Capitalize all proper nouns.
• Don’t rely on spell check—personally proofread or have
someone else read it!
Word Choice
• Limit technical terms to ensure a general audience will
understand your achievements.
• Use a variety of action verbs to start descriptions of jobs
and/or tasks (e.g., designed, increased, developed).
• Include quantiable results, measures, and actions that
resulted in accomplishments.
• Use employer terms from job posting.
List experiences in reverse chronological
order within each section.
Verify
• Dates of all prior employment.
• Your address, phone number, and email addresses (use
a professional email address).
Design
• Use appropriate margins (0.5 - 1 inch).
• Place name, address, phone, and email at the top.
• Use one, easy-to-read, and professional font (no less
than 10 point).
• Apply highlighting techniques (bold, italics, underline)
consistently throughout.
• Do not over-use capitalization, italics, underlines, or
other emphasizing features.
• Use one bullet style throughout your resume.
• Ensure consistent alignment of bullet points and
headings (same indentation for each category
throughout).
• List experiences in reverse chronological order within
each section.
• Save as PDF for consistency across applications.
What to Include
• Educational information including degree, graduation
date, and GPA if over a 3.5 (see detail below).
• Technical skills.
• Previous work experiences.
• Relevant course projects.
• Student organizations or other activities.
• Volunteer work, awards, honors, projects, research.
If your GPA is above a 3.5 on a 4.0 GPA scale,
you should list it on your resume.
GPA
Most employers are going to want to know your GPA
eventually. If your GPA is above a 3.0 on a 4.0 GPA scale, you
should list it on your resume. It may be a good idea to list
it even if it is under a 3.0. Please contact the Career Center
to speak with a Career Advisor about your personal GPA to
receive the best advice for your situation.
Omit
• Personal information such as a photo, gender, race, age,
sexual orientation, religion, political aliation, marital
status, number of children (see “potentially sensitive
information” below).
• “References Available Upon Request”—The employer will
assume they are available.
Carefully Consider
• Your subheadings—How do you want to classify your
experiences to be most eective?
• Potentially sensitive information—Not all employers will
share the same opinion as you about specic groups,
organizations, and/or lifestyles in which you are a
member or in which you participate. If you are involved
in a group and have gained applicable skills through the
group, it is appropriate to identify it on your resume.
However, you should carefully consider whether it is
worth listing.
• Medical/Health information—Although it could justify
specic things in your resume (time gap, GPA), an
employer may become concerned that your health
problems will aect your job
performance.
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Skills
Throughout your life, you’ve gained competencies in many areas. Which of these do you excel
in? This list will help you identify your strengths. Apply them to career decision-making and when
transi- tioning to dierent elds. Check o the skills you have demonstrated inside and outside
of the classroom. Then, go back and circle the skills you most enjoy using and cross o those you
do not enjoy using.
Communication Skills
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Leadership, Management, and Administrative
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Develop a plan and set objectives
•
Present information to large and small groups
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Handle complaints in person/over the phone
•
Sell ideas, products, or services
•
Listen carefully and attentively
•
Develop rapport easily with diverse individuals
and groups of people
•
Read or speak another language
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Edit and proofread written material
•
Write clearly and concisely
Skills
•
Envision the future and lead change
•
Establish policy and/or procedures
•
Set goals and determine courses of action
•
Create innovative solutions to complex
problems
•
Develop and facilitate work teams
•
Provide training for sta development
•
Demonstrative exibility during crisis
•
Evaluate performance
•
Set up and keep time schedules
•
Anticipate problems and respond with solutions
•
Plan and manage events
•
Problem-Solving Skills
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Anticipate and/or solve problems
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Bring order to a chaotic situation
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Determine root causes
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Select most eective solution
•
Improvise under stress
•
Help a group identify solutions
Counseling, Serving, and
Interpersonal Relations Skills
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Counsel, advise, consult, guide others
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Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and patience
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Help people make their own decisions
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Help others improve health and welfare
•
Listen empathically and with objectivity
•
Create positive, hospitable environment
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Encourage, empower, advocate for people
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Streamline processes
•
Life Skills
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Flexibility
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Adaptability
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Initiative
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Accountability
•
Work ethic
•
Responsibility
•
Mechanical and Technical Skills
•
Invent
•
Handle dicult people
•
Stay calm in emergencies
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Research and Analytical Skills
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Identify appropriate information sources
•
Hypothesize and test for results
•
Compile numerical and statistical data
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Classify and sort information into categories
•
Write analysis of study and research
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Compare and evaluate information
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Formulate insightful and relevant questions
Creative and Innovative Skills
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Assemble, build, install
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Perform precision work
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Use technology for statistical analysis
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Keep accurate and complete records
•
Visualize concepts and results
•
Operate hand and/or power tools
•
Training and Teaching Skills
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Brainstorm and make use of group synergy
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Troubleshoot, diagnose problems
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Use a variety of media for presentations
•
Design materials, products, or services
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Drafting, mechanical drawing
•
Develop educational curriculum and materials
•
Express ideas through a form
•
Understand manuals, diagrams
•
Create and administer evaluation plans
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Use computer software to create art
•
Learn new technology easily
•
Facilitate a group
•
Write poetry, ction, plays
•
Program/code
•
Explain dicult ideas, complex topics
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Using technology to identify information
•
Assess learning styles and respond accordingly
Cultural Respect Skills
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Understanding dierences
•
Global mindset
•
Numerical Skills
•
Solid ability with basic arithmetic
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Multiply numbers in your head
•
Consult and recommend solutions
•
Sensitivity
•
Openness
•
Figure out percentages
•
Recognize patterns and relationships in
numbers
Financial Skills
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Develop and/or stay within a budget
•
Eye for prot
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Recognize money-making opportunities
•
Manage money/make money grow
•
Set nancial priorities
•
Develop cost-cutting solutions
•
Negotiate nancial deals
•
Understand economic principles
•
Gain valuable information from graphs, tables,
and charts
•
Quickly spot numerical errors
•
Make decisions based on numerical data
•
Make rough calculations, estimates in your head
•
Analyze statistical data
•
Planning and Organizing Skills
•
Identify and organize tasks or information
•
Coordinate and organize people, activities,
processes, systems, and programs
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Assess Yourself
Explore Your Options
Use assessment tools, those found on Career One Stop www.careeronestop.org, to gain an understanding
of career paths and graduate school options based on your interests, skills, and values.
•
Meet with a Career Center professional who will interpret career assessments.
•
Explore career paths with the virtual resource, What Can I Do With This Major?
•
Discover employers who are recruiting Molloy students and explore internship opportunities in Handshake.
Interests
1) Make a list of the activities you are most enthusiastic about, the ones you most enjoy and nd interesting:
2)
In your past work and volunteer experiences, which tasks did you enjoy the most?
3)
Is there anything you are truly passionate about?
4) Are there career paths to pursue where those passions can (at least in part) be realized?
Skills
5) Make a list of the talents you possess, the things you do best:
6) Now identify the talents or skills you have not yet demonstrated but feel could be developed with the right
opportunity:
7)
Identify the person who knows you best:
8) If that person were asked to identify your main skills or talents, that is, what you do best, what would he or she
say?:
9) List the accomplishments in your life that you are most proud of, and identify skills you demonstrated:
10) Which of these talents and accomplishments best relate to your eld of interest?
Values
11) What do you think might motivate you to work?
12) What might be important to you in a career?
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Resume Action Verbs
Analytical Creative Leadership Contacted Organized
& Financial Composed Advanced Convinced Planned
Accelerated Conceptualized
Administered
Corresponded Prepared
Adjusted Condensed Appointed Debated Processed
Administered Constructed Approved
Dened
Provided
Allocated Created Assigned
Demonstrated
Recorded
Analyzed Designed Attained
Described
Registered
Appraised Edited Authorized
Directed
Reserved
Assessed Entertained Chaired
Discussed
Responded
Audited
Established Completed
Drafted
Restructured
Balanced
Formulated
Coordinated
Edited
Reviewed
Budgeted Illustrated Decided
Explained
Scheduled
Calculated Initiated Delegated
Familiarized
Screened
Claried Integrated Developed
Formulated
Set up
Collected Introduced Directed
Illustrated
Submitted
Compared Modeled Diversied
Incorporated Supplied
Computed Originated Enforced
Informed
Standardized
Conserved Performed Enhanced
Interpreted
Synthesized
Controlled Photographed Established
Interviewed
Updated
Decreased Revised Founded
Marketed
Unied
Determined Revitalized Generated
Mediated
Validated
Developed Shaped Headed
Moderated
Veried
Estimated
Implemented
Outlined
Evaluated Improved
Participated
Examined
Incorporated
Persuaded
Experimented
Interpersonal Increased
Presented
Marketing
Explored Adapted Initiated
Promoted
Accelerated
Extracted Advised
Integrated
Proposed
Achieved
Forecast Advocated
Introduced
Published
Attained
Formulated Answered
Managed
Reconciled
Completed
Gathered Assessed
Mobilized
Recruited
Conceived
Identied Coached
Motivated
Referred
Delivered
Interpreted Collaborated
Organized
Reinforced
Earned
Interviewed Contributed
Oversaw
Reported
Exceeded
Investigated Cooperated
Planned
Responded
Expanded
Managed Counseled
Presided
Solicited
Generated
Marketed
Demonstrated
Prioritized
Specied
Increased
Maximized Enabled
Produced
Summarized
Improved
Measured
Encouraged Recommended
Synthesized
Launched
Minimized
Ensured Recruited
Translated
Led
Organized
Expedited
Reorganized
Wrote
Marketed
Planned
Facilitated Replaced
Maximized
Prepared
Focused Reviewed
Minimized
Programmed
Furthered
Secured
Organization
Promoted
Projected
Guided Selected
Approved
Resolved
Proved
Initiated Solidied
Arranged
Restored
Purchased
Interacted Stimulated
Catalogued
Saved
Reconciled
Intervened Streamlined
Centralized
Succeeded
Reduced
Listened
Strengthened
Classied
Surpassed
Researched
Mediated Supervised
Collected
Transformed
Retrieved
Mobilized Sustained
Compiled
Screened
Moderated
Coordinated
Searched
Motivated
Corrected
Teaching
Solved
Negotiated
Corresponded
Adapted
Specied
Provided Communication
Distributed
Advised
Studied
Referred Addressed
Edited
Appraised
Summarized
Rehabilitated
Advertised
Executed
Coached
Surveyed
Represented
Articulated
Generated
Communicated
Systematized
Resolved Authored
Implemented
Conducted
Tested
Simplied Claried
Incorporated
Coordinated
Validated
Supplied Collaborated
Maintained
Critiqued
Supported Communicated
Monitored
Developed
Volunteered Composed
Obtained
Educated
Consulted
Operated
Enabled
Encouraged
Evaluated
Facilitated
Focused
Guided
Individualized
Informed
Instructed
Motivated
Simulated
Stimulated
Taught
Tested
Trained
Tutored
Technical
Adapted
Applied
Assembled
Automated
Built
Calculated
Computed
Conserved
Constructed
Controlled
Converted
Designed
Developed
Diagnosed
Drafted
Engineered
Inspected
Installed
Maintained
Manufactured
Measured
Monitored
Operated
Overhauled
Programmed
Regulated
Remodeled
Repaired
Restored
Specialized
Standardized
Upgraded
Utilized
Career Center
Molloy University | Career Guide 10
Frank First-Year
1000 Hempstead Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY 11570
516-323-3456 studen[email protected].edu
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Chaminade High School, Mineola, NY, June 20xx
SKILLS
• Procient in Microso Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
WORK EXPERIENCE
Private Childcare Provider, Mineola, NY, September 20xx-Present
• Prepare children’s lunches and plan and prepare dinner as directed by employer
• Communicate with parents regarding children’s behavior and appropriate interventions
• Demonstrate multitasking skills by completing laundry and light housekeeping tasks throughout
the day
• Kept children’s bedrooms, bathroom and play areas orderly throughout work hours
• Perform child-related everyday jobs as directed by parents and supervise children’s activities
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Baseball Team Captain, Chaminade High School, Mineola, NY, September 20xx-June 20xx
• Assessed performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and
adjusting to improve future performance
• Attended all scheduled practices six days a week
• Demonstrated athletic skills and teamwork during games and practices
• Maintained physical tness levels by training regularly and following nutrition plans
• Kept team focused and motivated by leading morale boosting activities
Yearbook Club, Chaminade High School, Mineola, NY, September 20xx-April 20xx
• Created Halloween page and took photos at 10 school events
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Nurse’s Assistant, Mount Sinai South Nassau, Oceanside, NY, July 20xx-September 20xx
• Located medical supplies needed by head nurse for patient care
• Organized and led patient, insurance, and miscellaneous paperwork
• Answered phone calls and directed calls appropriately to various departments
• Directed visitors to specic patient’s rooms and monitored visiting hours
• Compiled and distributed paperwork to be used by the visitors
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Annie Nursing
1 Nursing Drive, Rockville Centre, NY 12345
516-555-2345 • nursing@myemail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Motivated nursing student leader focused on patient-centered care with extensive knowledge and clinical
experience to help improve the lives of patients. Ability to handle high stress, fast-paced situations, and
provide eective problem-solving skills.
EDUCATION & HONORS
Bachelor of Science, Nursing, GPA 3.88, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Epsilon Kappa, Sigma eta Tau, National Honor Society for Leadership & Success, Dean’s List
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association. Exp. March 20xx
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Capstone, Medical Intensive Care Unit, NYU Langone Long Island, Mineola, Spring 2022
Critical Care, North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset, NY, Spring 2022
Psychiatric, Mental Health Community Assessment Model, Virtual, Fall 2021
Community, School #6 Pre-K & Kindergarten, Oceanside, NY, Fall 2021
Pediatrics, Shadow Health & ATI Simulations, Virtual, Spring 2021
Obstetrics, St. Catherine’s Hospital, Smithtown, NY, Spring 2021
MedSurg II, St. Charles Hospital, Port Jeerson, NY, Fall 2020
MedSurg I, St. Joseph Hospital, Bethpage, NY, Spring 2020
Fundamentals, LIJ Valley Stream Hospital, Valley Stream, NY, Fall 2019
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
President, Molloy Nursing Student Association (MNSA), September 2018-Present
• Create and execute a variety of meetings for 1,658 nursing students
• Lead, communicate and collaborate with board of directors of MNSA
• Network with an array of individuals to invite them as guest speakers for events
• Created a peer mentorship program between students for mentorship
Student Ambassador, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY, January 20xx-December 20xx
• Gave private and group tours as well as assisted with large events such as Open House & Accepted
Students Day
• Assisted in the Oce of Admissions performing clerical work
Member, Nursing Student Association of New York State, September 20xx-Present
• Delegate for Molloy University at NSANYS 67th - 70th Annual Conference 2021
•
WORK EXPERIENCE
Barre Instructor, Kelsie’s Barre Studio, Nesconset, NY, September 20xx-Present
• Instruct a variety of barre classes to individuals of dierent ages and tness levels
• Work with individuals to conduct proper form
• Facilitate condence building through exercise
Sales Associate, Orange eory Fitness, East Northport, NY, July 20xx - March 20xx
• Aided individuals in choosing a tness program that best t their tness and lifestyle goals
• Facilitated a clean and safe environment for both employees and customers
• Organized and maintained waiting area, tness studio, bathrooms, and clothing items
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BIANCA BUSINESS
123 Accounting Street, New York, NY 12345
516-555-1234 busines[email protected]
EDUCATION & HONORS
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, GPA 3.84, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Dean’s List Fall 20xx and Spring 20xx
SKILLS
• Procient in Microso Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
• Language: Advanced French
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Intern, Deloitte, New York, NY, May 20xx-Present
• Engage with over 100 professionals to develop an understanding of various business units
• Create and implement 5 development projects focused on client engagement and business
development
• Contribute to weekly project development meetings that include cross-functional partners in
order to brainstorm over 10 new ideas for the team
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, Forever 21, Garden City, NY, March 20xx- August 20xx
• Established relationships with customers by answering questions, providing information on
incoming styles and brands, and aiding customers through their shopping experience
• Processed cash and credit card payments
• Took inventory of the store’s merchandise twice per week to ensure that all sales items were in
stock
• Reached monthly sales goals and was chosen as employee of the month for June 20xx
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Student Advocacy Vice-Chair, Molloy Student Government, January 20xx-Present
• Work with the Chair creating events around campus
• Create PR for events to post on social media to advertise the event
• Listen to students’ mental, physical, and academic needs
• Attend weekly meetings keeping up to date on agendas
Member, Molloy Business Association, September 20xx-Present
• Participate in meetings with business professionals
• Actively help the executive board plan events and speakers
Molloy University | Career Guide 13
Terry Teacher
45 Teaching Way, Long Beach, NY 11561
516-555-4567 teacher@myemail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Enthusiastic educator skilled in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning
environments. Responsible and dedicated team player with strong interpersonal skills.
EDUCATION
Master of Science, Childhood Education, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education, May 19xx
James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA
CERTIFICATIONS
New York State Initial Certicate in Childhood Education (Grade 1-6), Expected May 20xx
New York State Provisional Teacher Certicate, 1998-2005
SKILLS Go Math
Fountas & Pinnell Journeys
Leveled Literacy Intervention Boces4Science
Fundations ACHIEVE
Google Classroom ST Math
SMART Board Technology
STUDENT TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, 2nd Grade, Kramer Lane Elementary, Bethpage, NY, January 20xx – Present
• Align lesson plans to the New York State Next Generation Learning Standards
• Work with classroom teacher to learn eective teaching strategies
• Develop lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive and hands-on
activities that fostered student engagement
• Dierentiate instruction based on assessment results, informal observations and student needs
and interests
• Work with struggling students one-on-one to increase individual student success
• Collaborate with teaching sta to implement coordinated educational strategies and student
support networks
• Cultivate positive relationships with administration, teaching sta and students
WORK EXPERIENCE
3
rd
Grade Teacher, Bethpage UFSD, Bethpage, NY, September 20xx – June 20xx
• Worked cooperatively with all third-grade teachers to plan and implement curriculum
• Assessed students and dierentiated instruction based on strengths and weaknesses
• Provided multiple learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Assigned and graded classwork, homework, and tests
• Established and enforced a classroom management plan
• Communicated cooperatively, eectively, and professionally with colleagues and parents
• Implemented academic and behavioral goals of students with IEPs and 504 plans
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LARRY LIBERAL-ARTS
65 Liberal Arts Way, Hempstead, NY 12345
516-555-6789 larts@youremail.com
EDUCATION & HONORS
Bachelor of Arts, English, GPA 3.7, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
Dean’s List
SKILLS
Procient in Microso Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Google Documents Languages:
Fluent Spanish
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, WordPress
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate, American Eagle Outtters, Garden City, NY, October 20xx- January 20xx
• Provided customer service to patrons by accommodating their requests, solving problems, and
answering questions
• Kept the store clean/presentable, maintained tting room with the rest of the team by consistent
communication
• Met daily sales goals and expectations set by the management team
Camp Counselor, Malta Community Park, Ballston Spa, NY, May 20xx-August 20xx
• Supervised 20 h-graders during the day
• Developed age-appropriate arts and cras activities to encourage campers' artistic skills
development and creativity expression
• Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities
• Taught campers outdoor-focused skills such as kayaking and rappelling to increase campers' self-
reliance and condence
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Resident Assistant, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY, August 20xx-Present
• Act as a resource, mentor and support for 25-30 residents on assigned oor
• Propose and create up to 5 programs a month to engage residents in the halls and throughout
campus
• Respond and follow up on resident issues and concerns
• Handle academic challenges, RA duties and other on-campus involvement with eective time-
management skills
• Collaborate and work cohesively with 15 RA sta members to ensure consistency in events and
services
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COLLEEN COMMUNICATION
86 Social Blvd., New York, NY 12345
516-555-6789 socialmedia@youremail.com
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Expected May 20xx
Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY
SKILLS SEO
Adode Photoshop Instagram
Adobe InDesign Twitter
Microso Oce Canva
iMovie
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Intern, New York Islanders, Elmont, NY, June 20xx- August 20xx
• Received and reviewed daily programming schedules of 15 games
• Ensured that marketing information, copyrights, and ownership data was updated and accurate in
all internal documents
• Organized the monthly broadcasting calendar of shows by date and time on-air using Microso
Excel
Service & Retention Student Associate, Madison Square Garden Sports Corp., New York, NY, October
20xx - June 20xx
• Provided daily support to Client Relationship Specialists as needed
• Assisted in administrative related functions within Salesforce CRM, and Archtics
• Planned exclusive events for Season Ticket Members
• Completed special projects created by the Director of Service & Retention
Head Orientation Leader, Molloy University, Rockville Centre, NY, March 20xx-Present
• Led the Orientation Team of 30 Orientation Leaders to create a welcoming and fun environment
for incoming freshmen
• Aided in instructing the Orientation Team on leadership, customer service skills, positivity, and
teamwork
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Assistant Manager, Petsmart, Merrick, NY, September 20xx-Present
• Schedule 25 employees on a weekly basis to ensure store is fully staed during all operating hours
• Utilize strong communication skills when interacting with sta and customers
• Manage cash register transactions by using POS system and monitoring cashiers hourly
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Mutual Concerns Committee, Sea Cli, NY, December 20xx-Present
• Conduct food drives, collect, and deliver food to pantries for underprivileged families in
surrounding towns
• Organize Holiday Tours around the town of Sea Cli
• Conduct Summer luncheons for a local senior citizens center
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TheCareerCenterisheretohelp!
The Cover Letter
THE COVER LETTER
P
ersonalize
your letter
It may be easier
Match your
Tailor each letter to
to start writing
relevant
the position, using
your letter as a
background
the words from the
story about yourself
andskillstothe
job description
and how your skills match!
position
Then compose it in a letter.
No need to waste your time on generic cover letters...
The reader will not be interested in re-reading your resume in a letter! Only custom letters count!
The more time you put into it the letter the more likely the reader is to read it!
What is the Lots of info about
Do you share their
organization's
the company on
mission? Are they
mission? What do
their website.
global, innovative,
theysell?Whodo Look at industry &
industry leaders?
they serve? company NEWS!
Do NOT address the letter “To whom it may concern.” Find the recruiter’s name on the company website or LinkedIn.
If you cannot find a contact name, address the letter to the Director of Recruiting.
Match what
Emphasizespecial
they need with
achievements
whatyouhave! &specificskills
Focus on how you can benefit the company, not how they can benefit you!
Check proper
Send letter
names, spelling,
with resume
Proofread
grammar, dates... in PDF format
3x
The Career Center is here to help!
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Annie Nursing
1 Nursing Drive, Rockville Centre, NY 12345
516-555-2345 • nursing@myemail.com
Date of Letter
Employer’s Name & Title
Company Name Company
Street Address City, State, Zip
Dear Nurse Recruiter/Mr. /Ms. /Dr. Last name:
Heading in the letter should
match your resume heading.
Find the recruiter’s name in
LinkedIn or address it
“Dear Director of Recruiting”
As a senior undergraduate nursing student at Molloy University, I am writing to apply for
the Pediatrics/PICU position (position name exactly listed on website) at Good Samaritan
Hospital (name of organization). I learned of this opportunity through Catholic Health’s
career website. My educational institution has instilled in me the concept of holistic patient
care, which is in accordance with Catholic Health’s mission to heal their patients physically
and spiritually. (what is the mission of the organization? – services, education, food,
poverty).
My academic program has given me opportunities of exposure to various specialties,
enabling me to strengthen my clinical skills to provide quality care to all patients. As an
employee in the Nursing Oce at Good Samaritan Hospital, I work in collaboration with
the interdisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Additionally, my capstone experience on the Pediatrics/PICU Unit at Good Samaritan
Hospital has taught me the importance of advocating for and building meaningful
relationships with patients and their families through safety intervention, emotional
support, and education. (what skills/experiences do you have that make you the ideal
candidate for the position?)
I embrace each learning and service experience with professional diligence and empathy
for the patient and family. I am extremely interested in becoming a member of the nursing
team at Good Samaritan Hospital. Ultimately, I’m condent my training, dedication and
hands on experience
Attached please nd my resume outlining my experiences. Thank you for your
consideration. I look forward to meeting you.
Sincerely,
Margaret Smith
Engage the reader:
• Refer to the available position
• Refer specically to the organization
• Show enthusiasm for working with them
Have your cover letter reviewed. Schedule an appointment on www.joinhandshake.com
Ask for an interview!
• Express interest in a meeting!
• Thank the reader for their consideration
• Have someone proofread the letter!
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Ten Steps to Interview Success
Research the Organization
Demonstrate knowledge of the employer by including information from your research in
your answers.The organization’s website and LinkedIn are great places to start.
Make a Strong First Impression
Get the interview o to a good start by being on time and greeting the
interviewer with a
smile and a condent handshake.
Keep Your Responses Focused
Your answers should be between 30 seconds and 2 minutes long.
Use Strong Examples and Quantify When Possible
Show the interviewer that you have certain qualities and skills, rather than telling them, by
providing specic examples.Including measurable information gives you
greater credibility.
Repeat Your Strengths
Know your top three strengths as they relate to the position and reiterate them
throughout the interview.Remember to include strong examples of your strengths.
Prepare Success Stories
Fully developed examples from previous experiences can help you respond to any
behavioral interview question an employer may ask.
Put Yourself on Their Team
Show that you are a good t by positioning yourself as a member of the team.
Use
organization-specic language and refer to products and services.
Ask Questions
By asking questions, you convey interest and enthusiasm to the interviewer.More
information about what questions to ask can be found on page 14.Avoid questions
regarding salary and benets until the interviewer brings up the topic.
Follow Up
Send an emailed or handwritten thank-you note to the interviewer within 24 hours,
restating your interest and thanking them for their time.
Evaluate the Interview
Reect on your experience and review your performance.What did you do well and what
can you improve upon? How did you prepare and did that impact your
performance?
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Types of Interviews
CONGRATULATIONS! Getting to the interview stage of the
application process, means that you have successfully convinced
an employer to invest time in meeting you!
Telephone
The recruiter calls you. Typically used for screening candi-
dates or as part of the formal candidate review. May
or may not be scheduled, so if you don’t recognize the
number, let it go to voice mail, and then call back when you
are prepared.
Digital
Company uses a digital platform to interview and lter
candidates. Candidate schedules interview and answers
questions via digital video.
Face to Face
You meet with the recruiter in person. Your interview
may be through university on-campus recruiting or at the
employer’s location.
Video/Zoom
Similar to face to face, the interview is conducted via Zoom
or other video format. You and the employer are “live”
during the interview process.
Employer Site Visit
Typically for second round or nal interviews. You are often
invited for a day of interviews, facility tour, and meals
Panel Interview
You will meet with several members of the hiring team.
Can occur face to face or as a video/ Zoom interview. Many
organizations use this style to see how a candidate handles
pressure, inuencing skills and ability to present ideas.
Case Study
You are given a problem to solve. You will be given time
to come up with solutions and then present to the hiring
team or individual
Audition / Presentation
This interview style is used to assess your ability to perform
the skills required for the position.
Informational Interviews
Informational interviews are not job interviews, but are a
great way to learn more about a career path or an industry
while building your professional network at the same
time. Your goals are to obtain information, make a positive
impression, and build your network.
General Questions From Employers
PERSONAL QUALITIES AND GOALS
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Tell me about yourself.
Why did you choose to study at Molloy? Why did you major in…?
What are your goals for the next three (or ve, or ten) years?
What adjectives would others use to describe you?
Describe a project or initiative that you consider partic- ularly
successful.
Tell me about a time when you were in a conict. How did you resolve
it? What was the outcome?
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Give me an example of a leadership role you’ve held and what you
accomplished.
Tell me something not on your resume.
What inspired you to choose this career?
This position requires meeting frequent deadlines. Please give an
example of a time when you had to work under pressure.
For athletes: What are three things that your experience in athletics has
taught you?
Talk to me about two things that are in the news today.
KNOWLEDGE OF THE EMPLOYER AND POSITION
• Why do you want to work for our organization? • Why are you interested in this position?
• What do you think it takes to be successful here? • In what ways do you think you can contribute to our organization?
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Industry Specic Questions
BUSINESS
• Pitch me a stock • Tell me about some companies you follow and why.
• Tell me about a news item we recently announced and what you found • What gets you excited about this job and industry?
interesting about it.
• Tell me a time you made a decision based o of data.
COMMUNICATIONS/MEDIA/SALES
• How do you use social media as a tool for customer services? • What is a limitation you have experienced on a social media platform?
• Talk about your SEO knowledge and experience.
How did you overcome this?
• What social media platforms are you best at using and why?
• Why do you want to work in (sales, public relations, marketing, etc )?
• What writing experience do you have?
NURSING
• Why did you choose nursing? • If you are a nurse on a unit and you have a patient who is asking for
• What skills did you acquire during your clinical experience?
pain meds, a patient who is leaving for
• Tell me about your most dicult patient.
• the OR in 5 minutes, a patient who needs to use the restroom, a
patient who falls sick, and a patient who wants someone to come and
• Was there ever a time when something in your patient care needed to
sit with them, who do you see rst and why?
be changed? What did you do? What was the result?
• If you have an older patient who has been in bed for 2 weeks, is short
• If you were a nurse for a patient going into surgery, what are the pre-
of breath, and has a respiratory rate of 40, what do you do?
op and post-op items you would discuss?
• If you were working on a oor and a doctor came up to you and yelled
at you in reference to a patient who wasn’t yours—and who you had
not been taking care of—how would you respond?
EDUCATION
• How will you instruct/challenge students with varying abilities? • What grade level do you feel most competent teaching?
• How would you describe the role of the teacher in the learning • Will you consider extracurricular assignments?
process?
• Describe the teaching techniques or strategies
• What would you describe as an ideal learning environment? that are most eective for you.
• How would you implement New York State Standards in a lesson plan? • Describe your typical lesson. What does it include and who
Give me an example. participates? How do they participate?
• What would you tell a parent who complains that you don’t give
enough homework?
QUESTIONS TO ASK EMPLOYERS
• What are the priorities over the next year?
• How does this position (or department) t into the organization and its objectives?
• How is success measured in this position and in this organization?
• What kind of orientation or training is provided?
• What is the greatest challenge currently facing this department or organization?
• What are the major strengths of this work group?
• How does the recent industry announcement by __________aect your eorts in this area?
• How would you describe the organizational culture?
• What characteristics do the achievers in this organization share?
• What is the next step in the interview process? What is your time frame?
• What can I do to demonstrate my interest in this position further?
• What qualities are you looking for in new hires?
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e STAR Method of Behavioral Interviewing
Behavioral Question and Answer Example: “Describe a time when you demonstrated eective problem-solving skills.”
• LISTEN to the question
• THINK of an event, scenario, project, situation
• ORGANIZE your thoughts within 5-8 seconds
• SHARE your story eectively using the following method
• Describe the setting in which your interview response takes place.
• What were you doing? Who were you working with? What project were you working on?
Example Answer: “After reviewing the company’s annual report, I noticed that the attendance at our
events had dropped by 30% in the past 3 years, and I wanted to nd a solution to this problem.”
• Explain how the situation changed, and how you were expected to address this change.
• What was the goal you were striving to accomplish, or the problem you were trying to solve?
Example Answer: “After reviewing the company’s annual report, I noticed that the attendance at our
events had dropped by 30% in the past 3 years, and I wanted to nd a solution to this problem.”
• Clarify the specic action steps that you took in order to address the task at hand.
• Demonstrate and mention skills that you utilized in each step.
• What did you do to resolve the problem or reach the goal?
• Present your key strengths condently in the Action Step.
Example Answer: “First, I collected feedback by sending out a questionnaire to past attendees
and partners on ways to improve our events. I gathered this research, and used it to design a new, more
eective promotional packet using Software X.”
• Explain how your actions contributed to the overall end product.
• How did the situation end? What did you learn from this experience?
• Include concrete, quantiable data to provide specic details in your response.
Example Answer: “Company X was able to utilize both my solutions and feedback from the
community to host even better events. After implementing some of these strategies, we raised attendance
to our events by 20% in the rst year. I learned that it is essential to continually adapt strategies through
marketing and research to increase participation.”
Prepare
Situation
Task
Action
Result
Another Example:
Skills/qualities you want to demonstrate: Initiative, organization, analytical thinking, writing, interpersonal skills, and
problem-solving.
Situation:The trainees were learning too slowly and could not navigate the company’s data-tracking system by the end of the
two-week training period.Instead,
they were not ready for another two weeks.
Task:Help trainees learn the system faster.
Action: Initiated, wrote, and edited the rst training manual for the company’s data-tracking system.Successfully presented proposal to use manual to
management.Revised training program curriculum to implement new manual.Trainees worked through the manual during the two-week training period.
Result:At the end of the training period, trainees were ready to use the data-tracking system two weeks earlier than expected;
the training manual was adopted
across the company and is still in use.
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Interview With Condence Worksheet
THEREare two types of questions you are almost guaranteed to be asked in a job/internship interview: “Tell me about
yourself,” and a behavioral question, such as “Tell me about a time you worked on a team.” In preparing to answer these
questions, it is important to spend time reecting on your experiences and
be able to articulate not only what you
did, but also how your experiences inuenced you and shaped your thinking about your career direction or workplace
behavior and attitudes.
Tell me about yourself.
Consider an answer that provides some relevant background information about your interest in the eld and position in
addition to your
relevant experience.It is a brief story about what has shaped your interest and motivation to pursue the oppor- tunity for which you are
interviewing.Draw upon your answers to all or some of the questions below to cra your response.
How did you become interested in this industry/job function? What experiences (classes, internships/jobs, books, etc.) piqued
your interest in
this eld?___________________________________________________________________________________________________
What have you done in this eld to pursue/explore this interest or that has conrmed your interest?
What experiences/accomplishments (activities/leadership, internships/jobs, volunteering) have given you the skills the employer
is looking for
Why is this position of interest to you now?
Behavioral Questions
Behavioral questions usually start with “Tell me about a time when” or “Give me an example of a time/experience when.”
e interviewer is
looking for a concrete example that demonstrates a specic skill or quality that will make you an asset to their team.It is important to give a
specic example rather than speak in generalities.
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Interview With Condence Worksheet (continued)
Remember that the employer wants to know if you have certain transferable skills and qualities that will help you be
eective in the job.
Activity: Read through the job description of a position you are interviewing for/interested in and identify all the skills
and qualities they are seeking (usually in the responsibilities and qualications sections).For each skill and quality you
list, think of two concrete examples from your past experience that demonstrate those skills and qualities.Examples
can come from intern- ships, school activities, volunteer work, or even personal hobbies.Using the worksheet below,
construct your stories/answers
according to the STAR structure.
SITUATION • TASK • ACTION • RESULT
Job competency you want to demonstrate:
Situation:
Task(s):
1.
2.
3.
Specic verbs/phrases you can use to pinpoint your job competencies:
1.
2.
3.
Action(s):
Result:
Are there any relevant quantiable details? Are there any relevant contextual details?
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Five Tips for Building Your Network
1
Start to build your
network with people you
know and trust and build
your network out from there,
keeping trust as a key criteria
as you build your network.
Other
Mentors
Neighbors
(present/past)
NETWORKING is one of the most
successful ways to develop your career path.
2
3 4
Create a network that
Ask for help and use Remember that
will be part of your life for
your Elevator Pitch to relationships are
the long-term (not just
let people know how reciprocal, so consider
to get a particular job or
they can assist. how you can assist
internship)
others now and in the
future.
Potential
Employers
Peers Teachers
or Professors
CREATE
YOUR OWN
COMMUNITY OF
CONNECTIONS
Happenstance Family/
Connections Parents
5
Be thankful, stay in
touch, and continue to
build relationships and
network as you grow
professionally.
Alumni
Work
Colleagues
(present/past)
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Building Your Online Presence Like a Pro
MORE than 80% of recruiters search for
candidates online. Here’s how to protect
your image and make the internet work
for you in your job search.
Use Social Media to Cultivate Your Online Brand
• Set up a LinkedIn prole. LinkedIn is the single best social
media platform for job seekers.
• Create a personal website, blog, or e-portfolio.
• Set up links between all your social media proles.
Boost Your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to
Improve Your Visibility
• Be active on professional sites by sharing relevant business
information, comment on statuses, and even post some of
your own original content.
• Increase your relevancy, by using keywords in your prole that
are prominent in your desired industry.
Content That You Should NEVER Share
People lose jobs (and job oers) every day because of these
mistakes.
• Be cautious when mentioning your company by name; they
may get alerts when mentioned online.
• Don’t complain about your job or boss or make snarky
comments about co-workers or customers.
• Don’t reveal your drug/drink habits or share intimate
relationship details.
• Never make discriminatory or inammatory remarks.
• Don’t share employers’ condential information.
Personal Websites & Blogs
How to Fix Your Image
• Monitor your privacy settings and
be careful when posting on other
people’s walls.
• Don’t go into lockdown mode and
block all your proles.
• Don’t create multiple proles.
• Google yourself on all social media
sites. Untag photos of yourself and
remove unprofessional posts (i.e.
party pictures, illegal activity, and
inappropriate language).
• Set up automatic name alerts at
Google.com/alerts.
• If you nd things that need to be
cleaned up, use a social media
cleaning software to help you scrub
down your social proles.
Personal websites and blogs can bolster your professional image and help you tell your story to employers
How to leverage websites and blogs:
• Show your skills and accomplishments.
• Share your biography or story.
• Display projects, accomplishments and personal
interests.
• Build your professional identity.
• Connect with others and expand your network.
• Provide your unique perspectives and knowledge
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Developing Your LinkedIn Profile
LEVERAGELinkedIn tobuild your personal brand,your
network,andlandtheinternshiporjobofyourdreams!
e nce e v ewer su ers a ng
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Developing Your LinkedIn Prole
LEVERAGE LinkedIn to build your personal brand, your
network, and land the internship or job of your dreams!
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Anita Job
Innovative,OrganizedCommunicationsMajorand CampusLeader,
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seeking a non-profit PR position in the NYC metro area.
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Graduating 2018
Ambassador and Admissions Tour Guide • Molloy
University Rockville Centre, NY • 386
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An innovative, energetic, organized, and high-impact campus leader, who thrives
in a fast-paced, creative, environment. I will stop at nothing to meet deadlines,
meet the needs of my client and support my team-members.
I have a passion for continuous learning and new challenges and am recognized
by colleagues as a solutions-oriented team leader, always positive, with a smile
on my face, and an unstoppable helpfulness.
Specialties: Innovation, Organization, Social Media, Collaboration, Leadership,
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Graphic Design, InDesign
Chooseimages thatarehigh
quality, attention-grabbing, clean, and
with good lighting
.
Reinforce your brand with a succinct,
memorable professional slogan
.
Build your professional network
.
Not sure where to start? Start with
your network (friends, family, class-
mates, professors, alumni)
.
Only
connect with those you’re comfortable
associating with professionally
.
SUMMARY
Support your headline with a
personableand professionaloverview
of your experience and goals
.
5
Recommendations
Received (10) Given (6)
Ariel La
Social Activist - Community
Organizer
June 2015, Anita worked
with Ariel in the same group.
From the day that Anita joined us as an
intern, I was impressed by her positive can-
do attitude, maturity, determination, and
creative innovative spirit. Anita helped our
Tap into your network for
powerful testimonials
.
Highlight your
workandhowyoucontributedtothe
organization or experience
.
Join relevant groups to build your knowledge and show that
youhaveaseriousinterestinthefield
.
Formatexperienceandprojectsectionsthesamewaythat
you present them on your hard copy resume
.
Consider adding Certifications, Honors & Awards,
Related
Courses,Research Projects,Languages,andSkills&
Endorsements, to show the complete, you
.
Include portfolios, photos and/or videos if you feel they
nha th i ’ nd t ndi
Startingwith college,listallofyour degreesand any
certifications.
ORGANIZATIONS
Show involvement and leadership by listing clubs and
community volunteer experiences
.
Ready to Explore?
Watch for free LinkedIn headshot photo sessions.
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DRESS for SUCCESS
Your First Impression is a Lasting Impression!
Wear a conservative, two-piece business suit
with jacket (solid dark blue/navy/grey) with
simple accessories.
Women:
• Pants or skirt suit
• No open toe or high heels
• Clear or conservative nail polish
• Minimal makeup and jewelry
Both:
• Cover tattoos and piercings
• Minimal or no cologne or perfume
• Clean nails
Men:
• Silk/conservative pattern tie
(preferred)
• Dark laced shoes & socks
• Conservative haircut;
well- groomed
Don’t:
• Wear a short skirt or dress
• Choose bright colors
• Wait last minute to decide what
you are wearing
Research the
Company:
Check the company’s website:
• Oce location(s)
• Names/titles of key people—President/Leader
• The history and any new releases (positive stories)
on the organization
• Products/services, subsidiaries, main competitors,
year’s high/low stocks and nancial performance
• Number of employees
• Mission statement
• New programs/initiatives
Try to relate what you learn
about the company to your
interests and goals.
Personal
Preparation:
Be prepared to explain the following:
• Why you are interviewing for this job; is it really what you want?
• Why are you a good person to hire over any other candidate?
• What will you bring to the job that the rest cannot?
• The kind of person you are; are you someone that others in the
organization can work with—will you t in?
• If hired are you going to be part of the solution or part of the problem?
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Email Correspondence and ank-You Notes
EMAIL is often the preferred method of
commu
nication between job-seeker and
employer.There are general guidelines that
should be followed when emailing cover letters,
thank-you notes and replies to various requests
for information. Apply the following advice to
every email you write:
• Use a meaningful subject header for your email—one that is
appropriate to the topic.
• Always be professional and businesslike in your correspondence.
Address the recipient as Mr., Ms. or Dr., and verify the correct spelling
of the recipient’s name.
• Be brief in your communications.
• Ditch the emoticons.
• Stick to a standard font like Times New Roman.
• 12-point. Do not use strange fonts, wallpapers or multi- colored
backgrounds.
• Sign your email with your full name.
• Avoid using slang.
• Be sure to proofread and spell-check your email before sending it.
When you’re dealing with employers, there
is no such thing as an inconsequential
communication. Your emails say far more about
you than you might realize, and it is important to
always present a polished, professional image—
even if you are just emailing your phone number
and a time when you can be contacted.
Dear Ms. Jones:
I wanted to send a quick note to thank you for
yesterday’s interview. e position we discussed is
exactly what I’ve been looking for, and I feel that
I will be able to make a positive contribution to
your organization. I appreciate the opportunity
to be considered foremployment at XYZ
Corporation. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if
you need further information.
Sincerely,
John Doe
Thank-You Notes
If you’ve had an interview with a
prospective employer, a thank-you
note is a good way to express your
appreciation. The note can be emailed
a day or two after your interview and
only needs to be a few sentences long
(see example above).
Remember, a thank-you note is just
that—a simple way to say thank you.
In the business world, even these brief
notes need to be handled with care.
Use these email guidelines and you
will give yourself an advantage over
other job-seekers who are unaware
of how to professionally converse
through email.
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Negotiating a Job Oer
Tips During Negotiation
• Youdon’thave to accept an oer immediately.Ask your contact for their deadline and take
time to
examine the full compensation package.Ask for the oer in writing/email as well.
• Negotiation is a process, not a demand.Have a salary range that you feel comfortable asking for, and
be ready to negotiate other elements if salary is non-negotiable.
• Know what your value to the company is.You need to be able to justify why you are worth more, so
think of what specic skills and experiences you bring that make you worth it.
Prepare
Use tools such as glassdoor.com
and salary.com to nd
salary ranges and averages for positions and companies.
Research by region as cost of living can impact salary.
• Assess your living expenses. Knowing your needs allows you
to assess if an oer is sucient, or if you need to adjust your
expenditures.
• Examine other elements of your oer and prioritize them. You may
be able to negotiate fringe benets such as vacation days, starting
bonuses or remote work.
• If you aren’t sure if you can negotiate in your eld, just ask! Reach
out to colleagues or mentors, or ask your contact at the company.
The worst they can say is “no”.
Ethical Considerations
When Accepting the Oer
• Once you accept an oer, you have made a commitment to work
for that company. If you are not ready to make that decision,
then ask the company making the oer to give you more time to
consider before responding.
• Do not begin negotiations until you are ready to accept. Once you
enter into negotiations, the company will expect you to accept the
oer once you have agreed on the terms.
Declining an Oer
• Thank the employer for their time and interest in you. You want to
maintain a positive relationship with the company. You may have
an opportunity to work for them in the future.
• Give a brief explanation of why you are declining and avoid saying
anything negative about the company as your reason for declining.
Receiving Multiple Oers
• If you receive more than one oer, carefully compare the strengths
and weaknesses of each oer.
• If the oer for your less preferred company is better than the one
from your preferred company, you can try to use that oer to
bargain for a better oer from your rst choice.
• Do not try to pit companies against each other in an attempt to create
a bidding war. You want to start your new job on a positive note.
Graduate Programs
Graduate Programs
• Business
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling
• Criminal Justice
• Education
• Music Therapy
• Nursing
• Social Work*
• Speech Language Pathology
*Molloy University has a partnership with Fordham University Graduate School of So cia l S er vi ce.
M.S.W.degrees are granted by Fordham University.
Doctoral Programs
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership for
• Diverse Learning Communities
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Nursing
Contact Information
Any questions regarding Graduate or Doctoral programs, please contact
the Oce of Admissions at 516.323.4000 or [email protected].
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