Description
Instructions For this assignment students should conduct career exploration research and prepare the employment communication documents outlined. You will need to do the following:
1) Career Exploration Memo Research a job position/career you are interested in and prepare a memorandum to me which identifies the position/career and provides information on: work environment; duties involved; requirements in terms of skills, education, work experience; salary range, opportunities (is field expected to experience a decrease or increase in job opportunities). Page 2 of memo should be a reference page (APA Format) of resource(s) used in research. Even if your overall goal is to own a business, you should focus on building the skills you will need (managerial, financial, marketing, etc.) and start to build networks in the industry you want to enter into. Therefore, explore a position/title that will allow you to start networking.
2) Create/Update Resume Create or update your resume as necessary with current skills, experience, education, etc., acquired. The resume should NOT be made up as it does not have to be related to the actual position you eventually want to apply for. It can be a resume as well as cover letter used to apply to a previous position, but updated with any new skills, etc.
3) Prepare Cover Letter Prepare a cover letter for the position; adhering to appropriate letter format.
4) Proofread all documents: the memo, cover letter, and resume.
