Topic: Job-Seeking Skills: Understanding the Parts of a Resume
Instruction on job-seeking skills helps students understand their role and responsibility when it comes to finding a job. If students can construct a professional resume, they are more likely to get an interview.
Activity Description: Provide students with the definition of the components of a resume. Ask students to identify the information they would provide for each part of the resume.
Example components:
- Personal Information
- Educational Background
- References
- Employment History
Reflection Questions: After your students complete the activity, ask them the following questions to reflect on their experience.
- How can providing the correct information on a resume help employers get to know you?
- How does understanding the parts of a resume make it easier to complete a job application?
Making Connections:
- How can you store the information that you will need to create a resume?
- How is information included on a resume also used for other reasons such as opening a bank account or for scheduling appointments?
- As a student, when are you asked to provide this type of information?
Topic: Job-Seeking Skills: Identifying Skills on a Job Posting
Instruction on identifying skills on a job posting will help students recognize the skills that match their resume.
Activity Description: Provide students with a link to a job search website (i.e., Indeed, Zip Recruiter, Glassdoor). Students will search for a job they are interested in, select a job posting, and identify the skills needed for this job.
Examples
- Students identify the requirements that are listed for the job
- Students identify qualifications that are needed for the job
- Students identify any soft or technical skills needed for the job
Reflection Questions: After your students complete the activity, ask them the following questions to reflect on their experience.
- What skills were listed on a job posting that you did not expect?
- What requirements, qualifications, or skills do you currently have that would make you qualified for the job?
- Why is it important to make sure your skills align with the job requirements that are on a job posting before you apply?
Making Connections:
- How can knowing the skills an employer is looking for help you when searching for jobs?
- How can you be sure that you learn or gain the skills needed for the job you want?
- What can you do while you are a student that will help you prepare for the job you want?
