Resume and Job Search Strategies

The challenge of life, I have found, is to build a resume that doesn't simply tell a story about what you want to be, but it's a story about who you want to be. - Oprah Winfrey

REGISTRATION: $50

DESCRIPTION

If you have thought about changing jobs or are actively looking now, this two-hour virtual program will help you save time and put your best foot forward during the job search.

Googling "How to write a resume" returns more results than any one person can manage, and it seems like the advice is always changing. Are "free" online resume builders really free? Should your resume have color and be creative, or is a traditional approach better? How long should your resume be? What if you don't have a lot of work experience or education?

A professional resume that gets results is only half the challenge - then it's time to choose the right online job search tools to help connect you with your next opportunity.

Let MSU's School of HRLR help you break through the clutter.

In this virtual workshop, you will learn proven strategies to:

  • Design a resume that gets a response from hiring managers
  • Tailor your resume for the position you want
  • Increase the odds that you will make it past electronic applicant tracking systems
  • Decide which job search websites are right for you
  • Create a profile on your chosen job search site
  • Apply for jobs and follow up with potential employers

Program includes resume templates, tools, and resources for creating online job searches.

Thank you for your interest in the Resume and Job Search Strategies program. Unfortunately the date for this program has already passed.

The next scheduled offering will be in 2024.

If you would like to be contacted when the date for this program is scheduled, please email Derek Moy at moy@msu.edu.

INSTRUCTOR

Melanie Zaremba

Melanie Zaremba, M.Ed., is a Communications Director at Michigan State University and former hiring manager with extensive resume review and talent acquisition experience. She has led the Job Seekers' Support Group for the Women's Center of Greater Lansing, where she helped women in our community design resumes and job search profiles to connect with their next opportunity. As a marketing and communications professional for 11 years, Melanie enjoys developing creative messaging that connects with diverse audiences.

REGISTRATION POLICY

  • Registration closes 2 business days before the start of the program.

 

CANCELLATION POLICY

  • Cancellation fees may be waived if the participant registers and attends the same program within 12 months. Fees may only be waived once.
  • Participants may send a substitute from the same organization for the same program and date by notifying Kristi White via email at least 5 calendar days in advance of program start date.
  • Cancellation more than 30 calendar days before program start date: full refund.
  • Cancellation 14 – 29 calendar days prior to program start date: 50% cancellation fee, remainder of program fee refunded.
  • Cancellation 13 or fewer calendar days prior to program start date: no refund.

MSU reserves the right to cancel programs when enrollment criteria are not met or for conditions beyond its control. Any additional costs incurred by the enrollee of canceled programs are the responsibility of the enrollee.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • MSU's Federal ID Number is 38-6005984
  • Business casual attire.
  • Please, no audio or video recording.

RECERTIFICATION CREDIT HOURS

Recertification

This program has been approved for 1 continuing education credit hours towards Professional Development Program recertification.

Learn more about Recertification

 

REGISTRATION FEE INCLUDES

  • All course materials.
  • Space is limited, so we advise registering as soon as possible to secure your participation.

 

DID YOU KNOW...WE CAN COME TO YOU!

  • You can bring this program on-site for your team or virtually through Zoom. It will lay the groundwork for success, provide a common framework and language as well as incorporate your organizational challenges. Contact Program Coordinator, Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu to discuss how you can multiply the benefits of MSU programs and save money by bringing this and other programs to you.

Questions? We would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this or any of our training programs. Please contact Program Coordinator, Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu.

Resume and Job Search Strategies