CAREER GUIDE 2022-23 - THE UNIVERSIT Y OF SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI
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CAREER C AREER SERVICES GUIDE 2 02 2-2 3 T H E U N I V ER S I T Y O F S O U T H ER N M I S S I S S I P P I
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
ABOUT US
2 MEET THE STAFF
2 OUR SERVICES
3 HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
3 SIGNATURE EVENTS
4 CAREER SERVICES LOCATIONS
EXPLORE OPTIONS
5 STUDENT SUCCESS: HELPFUL TIPS FOR STUDENTS
6 4-YEAR PLAN
7 8 COMPETENCIES TO BE CAREER READY
8 PLAN YOUR SUCCESS NOW
8 THE IMPORTANCE OF SKILL-BUILDING THROUGH
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
9 STUDENT SUCCESS: GRADUATE SCHOOL – ARE YOU READY?
UNLIMITED EARNING 10 ONLINE RESOURCES
POTENIAL
DISCOVER OPPORTUNITIES
11 HANDSHAKE
12 STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
RUN
13 CENTER FOR PATHWAY EXPERIENCES
14 CAREER EVENTS
BUILD YOUR BRAND: JOB PREP
YOUR
15 DRESS FOR SUCCESS
16 PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION TIPS
17 BUILDING A PORTFOLIO
OWN
18 SOCIAL MEDIA BRANDING
19 BECOME A LINKEDIN ALL-STAR
CREATE YOUR 20 LINKEDIN ETIQUETTE
BUSINESS
OWN CULTURE 21 60-SECOND ELEVATOR PITCH
22 NETWORKING
BUILD YOUR
OWN TEAM 22 MINI-RÉSUMÉ CARDS
TAKE ACTION: FIND YOUR JOB
STRUCTURED TRAINING &
23 RÉSUMÉ GUIDELINES
24 ACTION WORD LIST
25 RÉSUMÉ HEADING SAMPLES
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 26
34
RÉSUMÉ SAMPLES
COVER LETTER GUIDELINES
35 COVER LETTER – SAMPLE
36 REFERENCE LETTER REQUEST EMAIL SAMPLE
37 REFERENCE LIST SAMPLE
38 FEDERAL RÉSUMÉ GUIDELINES
39 CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) TIPS
40 7 STEPS FOR CONDUCTING A SUCCESSFUL INTERVIEW
44 PHONE AND WEB-BASED INTERVIEW TIPS
45 ETIQUETTE TIPS
46 OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY CONSIDERATION
48 EVALUATING AN ORGANIZATION'S DIVERSITY, EQUITY
AND INCLUSION
WWW.CEDCAREERS.COM
49 PEER CAREER AMBASSADORS
1
MEET CAREER SERVICES
ASSISTS STUDENTS IN FINDING HOW TO SCHEDULE
THE STAFF MEANINGFUL CAREER PATHS,
DEVELOPING JOB-SEEKING SKILLS, AN APPOINTMENT
AND CONNECTING WITH EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES TO BECOME
SUCCESSFUL PROFESSIONALS. H AT T I E S B U R G C A M P U S
Visit usm.edu/career-services to schedule an
in-person or virtual appointment.
WHO WE ARE Call Career Services at 601.266.4153.
Follow us on social media
RUST Y ANDERSON K ATHY KILL A M
Director Assistant Director Our services are FREE and available to all Southern
Miss students enrolled in a degree program and Stop by the office in McLemore Hall, @USMCAREERSERVICES
registered for classes, as well as alumni. room 125.
USM CAREER SERVICES
The Career Guide is made possible through
advertising within the guide. Many of the organizations Hours of operation are between 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
@USMCAREERSRVCS
advertising hire for part-time, full-time and internship Monday through Friday.
opportunities. I encourage you to browse through Walk-ins welcome based on availability
M ARY M ANER M ARY BE ARD the companies listed and aggressively seek career and visit our website
Assistant Director Manager, Career
opportunities or internships with these organizations. USM .EDU/CAREER-SERVICES
Gulf Park Campus Counseling
Feel free to meet with our staff to learn more about G U L F PA R K C A M P U S and Handshake for other
connecting with these companies. events, workshops and tips!
Call Mary Maner at 228.214.3330.
On behalf of the entire staff of Career Services, we Stop by the office in Hardy Hall, room 240.
look forward to helping you reach your career goals,
and as always, SMTTT!
RUST Y ANDERSON, DIREC TOR
ANDREW HATCH CINDY WALKER
Career Counselor Office Manager
OUR SERVICES
C A R E E R E X P L O R AT I O N
Choose a major
Explore career options
Career consultations
SIGNATURE EVENTS
Online career assessment tools Career Fairs
SHANNON KIMBRIEL TATE WILLIA MS Teacher Job Fair
Information Specialist Marketing Specialist J O B S E A R C H P R E PA R AT I O N
Résumé development Etiquette Dinner
Cover letter writing Experience Business Casually
Interview practice
Meet the Firms
Networking tips
Employer research Part-time and On-campus Job Fair FOR MORE INFORMATION
CO N N E C T W I T H E M P L OY E R S ON THESE EVENTS, VISIT
AKIM GILLIA M ELYSSA KLIPSCH
Coordinator, Job Location
and Development
Director, Center for
Pathway Experiences
Handshake USM.EDU/CAREER-SERVICES.
Career and Job Fairs
On-campus job interviews
A MY YEEND Pathway Experiences (internships, etc.)
Assistant Dean, Professional
Development and Career Success Student Employment (off-campus jobs)
for the College of Business R E F E R T O PAG E 15 F O R
and Economic Development
PROFESSIONAL DRESS TIPS!
FYI: Our website has an online resource center
that you can access 24/7 from the comfort of
your own space.
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Don’t be afraid to Be sure you understand our policies on Write a résumé your first
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change your major if plagiarism and other forms of academic integrity semester and revise it
you think you need to. misconduct. It may not be what you think, and you at least once a semester
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of your professors. Talk to them and make your own road map.
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Learning Barber
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Information
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road, or a letter of reference (you DR. A MY CHASTEEN make sure you know what you
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HATTIESBURG Library
Rusty Anderson and to students. As a young adult and a non-traditional most helpful and interactive
Career Services for student, I was able to refine and capitalize on the skills campus resources. I had one
helping me craft a I already possessed throughout the years. One of the session with Ms. Klipsch, and
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résumé that resulted in career counselors, Andrew Hatch, advised me on a together we created my first
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visit Career Services. There is something to help you in
Hardy Hall
to get a job that was career goal. All the staff is
Lloyd Hall
every stage. Always attend Career Fairs; connections
Friendship more than I had hoped are EVERYTHING. Always dress to impress, prepare so kind and supportive. They
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for. Please let them your elevator pitch, and be yourself. Use the O*NET are dedicated to helping you
help you! You will website because it will help your verbiage for cover achieve your full potential as
be happy you did. letters and résumés. Meet with them frequently, a student and beyond college!
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keep them posted, and always ask questions.
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4 • C AREER SERVICES • ABOUT US U S M . E D U / C A R E E R-S E R V I C E S • 5
4-YEAR PLAN 8 COMPETENCIES
TO BE CAREER READY
1. FRESHMAN
• Visit Career Services for help choosing a
2. SOPHOMORE
• Visit Career Services to clarify career
1. CRITICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING
Identify and respond to needs based upon an
understanding of situational context and logical analysis
of relevant information.
Sample Behaviors
5. LEADERSHIP
Recognize and capitalize on personal and team
strengths to achieve organizational goals.
Sample Behaviors
• Inspire, persuade, and motivate self and others under
major and exploring options. options with your major. Are they a • Make decisions and solve problems using sound, inclusive a shared vision.
• Activate your Handshake account to perfect match? reasoning, and judgment. • Seek out and leverage diverse resources and feedback
• Gather and analyze information from a diverse set of sources from others to inform direction.
explore internships and part-time jobs • Attend career events to begin meeting and individuals to fully understand a problem. • Use innovative thinking to go beyond traditional methods.
on or off-campus. and networking with companies. • Proactively anticipate needs and prioritize action steps. • Serve as a role model to others by approaching tasks
• Attend career events - see page 3 for • Use Handshake to search for internships • Be able to multitask well in a fast-paced environment. with confidence and a positive attitude.
signature events. or part-time jobs.
6. PROFESSIONALISM/WORK ETHIC
• Learn about available academic and • Update your résumé to remove high 2. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS Knowing work environments differ greatly, understand
support services like Student Counseling school items. Career Services can help! Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, and demonstrate effective work habits, and act in the
Services, Student Health Services, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside interest of the larger community and workplace.
• Become active in campus organizations of an organization.
Writing Center, Speaking Center, etc. Sample Behaviors
and seek leadership roles, if possible. Sample Behaviors • Act equitably with integrity and accountability to self, others,
• Create or update your résumé with help • Begin to map out your career plan with • Understand the importance of and demonstrate verbal, written, and the organization.
from Career Services. help from Career Services. For example, and non-verbal/body language abilities. • Maintain a positive personal brand in alignment with
• Employ active listening, persuasion, and influencing skills. organization and personal career values.
• Explore student organizations and join do you need to attend graduate school?
• Communicate in a clear and organized manner so that others • Be present and prepared.
one or two. can effectively understand. • Demonstrate dependability (e.g., report consistently for
work or meetings).
3. TEAMWORK/COLLABORATION
• Prioritize and complete tasks to accomplish
organizational goals.
3. 4.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships to work
effectively toward common goals while appreciating
diverse viewpoints and shared responsibilities.
7. CAREER MANAGEMENT
Proactively develop oneself and one’s career through
Sample Behaviors continual personal and professional learning, awareness
JUNIOR SENIOR • Listen carefully to others, taking time to understand and ask of one’s strengths and weaknesses, navigation of career
appropriate questions without interrupting. opportunities, and networking to build relationships
• Meet with Career Services to review your • Visit Career Services for help perfecting within and outside one’s organization.
• Effectively manage conflict, interact with and respect diverse
career plan and goals. your résumé, developing job search personalities, and meet ambiguity with resilience. Sample Behaviors
• Schedule mock interviews to practice strategies, and interviewing skills. • Be accountable for individual and team responsibilities • Show an awareness of own strengths and areas for development.
and deliverables.
and get positive critiques. • Continue to use Handshake to search for • Identify areas for continual growth while pursuing and
• Collaborate with others to achieve common goals. applying feedback.
• Attend Career Fairs. jobs and apply for on-campus interviews
• Develop plans and goals for one’s future career.
• Join student and professional
with employers.
4. DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY • Professionally advocate for oneself and others.
organizations for professional • Start applying for professional jobs six to Understand and leverage technologies ethically • Display curiosity: seek out opportunities to learn.
experiences. nine months before graduation. to enhance efficiencies, complete tasks, and
• Attend ALL career events - practice
accomplish goals. 8. GLOBAL/INTERCULTURAL FLUENCY
• Update your résumé. Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge,
makes perfect! Sample Behaviors
• If preparing for graduate school, start and skills required to equitably engage and include
• Navigate change and be open to learning new technologies. people from different local and global cultures. Engage
writing your essays and studying for • Establish your references. in anti-racist practices that actively challenge the
• Use technology to improve efficiency and productivity
entrance exams. • Complete the First Destination Survey of their work. systems, structures, and policies of racism.
emailed to you from Handshake or at cap • Identify appropriate technology for completing specific tasks. Sample Behaviors
and gown pickup to inform us of your • Manage technology to integrate information to support • Solicit and use feedback from multiple cultural perspectives
relevant, effective, and timely decision-making. to make inclusive and equity-minded decisions.
post-graduation plans.
• Actively contribute to inclusive and equitable practices that
influence individual and systemic change.
• Seek global cross-cultural interactions and experiences
that enhance one’s understanding of people from different
demographic groups and that leads to personal growth.
Adapted from NACE Career Readiness Competencies, naceweb.org
6 • C A REER SERV ICES • E XPLORE OP TIONS U S M . E D U / C A R E E R-S E R V I C E S • 7
PLAN YOUR SUCCESS NOW! STUDENT SUCCESS: GRADUATE SCHOOL
ARE YOU READY?
IDENTIFY EXPLORE DISCOVER When thinking about graduate school, the first things you want to determine are your academic and career goals. Decide
what your goals are, and then determine if graduate school will help you get there.
Q: As a new student at Southern Miss, Q: How do I discover types of Q: What are some additional tips for WHY GO TO GRADUATE SCHOOL? BEFORE YOU SUBMIT THE APPLICATION
are there resources available to help jobs related to my career path and new students?
me choose a major? inquire about expected salaries?
Necessary for field Search graduate school websites for specific
A: Begin with the end in mind. Start requirements for admission and deadlines.
A: Yes, visit Career Services on campus A: You can gain information about Advance career
building experiences to achieve your
to explore major areas of study. You expectations of your occupation goals. Know the GPA expectation for
opportunities and salary Study and take the appropriate exam
can meet with a career consultant of interest (ex. potential salary, your career choice and resources Gain more knowledge and for the discipline (GRE, LSAT, MCAT, etc.).
to receive help in identifying your values, work environment) by to achieve it. Start with one or two credibility in your field Identify a professor in your major for mentoring and
interests and learn about various taking advantage of the many organizations on campus correlating advising assistance.
assessments to narrow your search. online resources provided to with your career goals and get
Research shows that students who you. Such resources include, but Register with the pre-professional office at
connected. Stop by Career Services CHOOSING THE RIGHT
find the right major reduce the are not limited to, the following: in McLemore Hall 125 or schedule an usm.edu/preprofessional.
GRADUATE SCHOOL
number of semesters to achieve a What Can I Do With This Major?, appointment (601.266.4153) to plan Determine if interviews are required for the program of
degree with fewer major changes. O’NET, Focus2, and Occupational your career success now! Research programs and
interest, and seek preparation assistance from Career
Outlook Handbook. Refer to page determine which is right for
Services or preprofessional advisors.
10 to learn more about the online you. Consider the following:
resources Career Services offers. Write your personal statement, if required, and have it
• Apply to the highest ranked national
reviewed by the Writing Center staff or a faculty mentor.
programs reflective of your credentials.
Also apply to strong regional schools.
THE IMPORTANCE OF SKILL-BUILDING • Review the faculty credentials for areas of APPLICATION PROCESS
THROUGH STUDENT INVOLVEMENT expertise and possible teaching assistant
or research assistant opportunities.
Meet all application deadlines for admission
and assistantships.
Student involvement through student organizations is a smart Activities Hub (Hattiesburg) or Hardy Hall 242 (Gulf Park) to • Review admission criteria, program success, Have your résumé or CV reviewed by
way for students to build a robust résumé! Employers want to learn more about the many ways to enhance your involvement and job placement rates. Career Services.
see that students are well-rounded and competent potential experience. Did you know employers have repeatedly indicated
• Check accreditation status. Follow up with references to verify timely submission
employees. The more students can challenge themselves to that leadership, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork,
grow outside of the classroom, the more confident they will feel among others, are top skills they are looking for in new hires • Search for financial resources available of applications.
going into the job search process. based on the NACE Career Competencies? These skills learned (federal aid, grants, fellowships, Track your applications before the deadline, and add
The Office of Leadership and Student Involvement provides a
in the classroom complement classroom learning to equip assistantships, scholarships). documents as necessary to completion.
students to be the best they can be and achieve all of their
wealth of opportunities for students to get involved in our nearly
post-graduation goals. For more information on the
200 student organizations. Stop by our office in the Student
TIPS AND ADVICE
NACE Career Competencies, refer to page 7.
TOP 5 TIPS
“Graduate school is tough, but you will get into a rhythm “When it comes to finding and fulfilling your purpose in life,
1. Become a leader in a student organization or on a class 5. Make sure you are translating all of your skill development that works best for you. It is important to engage in self- be kind to yourself. Sometimes finding that thing that will give
project. Use this opportunity to flex skills you have and learn and leadership experiences in college in your résumé. Visit
care because it is easy to burn yourself out with all of the your life meaning takes practice. Some passions or interests
about refining those you still need to work on. Career Services or the Office of Leadership and Student
responsibilities on your plate. Also, don't be afraid to ask for may not be discovered until you accumulate experiences
Involvement for help on how to stand out to future employers!
2. Spend more time listening than talking to your peers, friends, help. If you find yourself needing help with job preparation and gain awareness of yourself, your values, your interests,
in relationships, to professors, etc. (e.g., creating a résumé or practicing for a job interview), then and your strengths. So, don’t be afraid to try. You may do
3. Take a course in basic communication skills, and commit don't hesitate to reach out to Career Services for assistance!” something unexpected and find yourself in the middle of the
to learning how to be an effective communicator with all very thing you never knew you always wanted to do! Having
HAILEE BUR A S , CL A SS OF 2022
different types of people. Then, practice this skill as much as a plan is great, but don’t be afraid to let experience be your
you can for further development. teacher because the lessons you learn could prove invaluable
4. Develop your own personal philosophy. It should be unique to for putting you on the path to achieving your dream!”
- EMILY HOLMES
you and something you can use to drive your leadership practice Director, Office of Leadership and Student Involvement NIKKIE BAILE Y, CL A SS OF 2023
and hone your particular skillset for future employment.
8 • C A REER SERV ICES • E XPLORE OP TIONS U S M . E D U / C A R E E R-S E R V I C E S • 9
ONLINE RESOURCES
F I N D T H E S E R E S O U R C E S AT U S M . E D U/C A R E E R -S E R V I C E S/O N L I N E - R E S O U R C E S .
CONNECT WITH OUR ONLINE JOB DATABASE
The “Indeed” for Southern Miss students, Handshake allows students to do the following:
Search for on- and off-campus part-time jobs, work View and sign up for on-campus interviews
This is your one-stop shop for federal jobs. study, internships, co-ops, and full-time positions with companies
OUR INTUITIVE ONLINE JOB DATABASE SYSTEM Search and apply for federal jobs across the country. Explore local and nationwide companies Use the resource center as a one-stop-shop for
See next page Receive personalized job recommendations based on job-related questions
major and interests View and register for career events
Create and save specific job searches Upload documents (résumé, cover letter, etc.)
WHAT CAN I DO WITH THIS MA JOR? to your profile for easy applying
Set up email notifications when new opportunities
Research majors and discover many
are posted
career opportunities for employment.
Explore career options.
Explore which companies and
employers are associated with your See detailed job descriptions.
career choice. Learn about salary ranges for your career field. HOW TO SIGN UP
Acquire helpful learning strategies
and information now to get ahead in a
Handshake: Find jobs and employers
on and off campus!
Your dream
job is around
chosen career.
OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK Handshake is our online job database. You
already have a profile if you are a registered,
the corner.”
Research your career field and learn about job duties.
degree-seeking student; you simply need to log
Discover your values, skills, and personality interests through Explore education and training needed for your career field.
in and validate your account. If you have never
the online career assessment. Review salary and occupation outlook. logged into Handshake, follow the instructions
Receive an interest code based on FOCUS results to help below. First-time users must log in on a desktop
with your major/career selection. computer (you cannot use the app).
Explore and compare jobs in your career field side-by-side to
receive detailed information. 1. Go to usm.joinhandshake.com.
Call Career Services at 601.266.4153 for the free Prepare for interviews. • Click "The University of Southern Mississippi."
access code.
Compare salaries. 2. Type “w” and your student ID number @usm.
Research companies. edu (Example: w123456@usm.edu) and your
SOAR password (If you are unable to connect to
the eduroam network, use your university email
Search thousands of job opportunities daily through the address - example: Joe.Smith@usm.edu.)
online database system. JOBS 3. Upload a current résumé. Click “Build Profile
Upload your résumé to enhance employment opportunities in Search for jobs. From Résumé” for Handshake to automatically
your chosen career. populate your education and work experience
Network with employers.
Narrow job searches by city and state for desired location from your résumé.
of employment.
• Edit or add your information by clicking on
Call Career Services at 601.266.4153 for the free your name in the top right corner of the page,
access code.
click on “My Profile,” and click on the pencil
icon by each section.
Find opportunities with employers who value diversity. • Add any organization/student activities, SCAN HERE OR
Use the online resource center to help make you a
relevant courses, and projects to complete VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
Practice interview questions online from your your profile.
stand-out candidate. JOINHANDSHAKE.COM/LOGIN
personal computer.
• Click on “Make Profile Public” to allow
Record your interview answers. employers to find you!
Receive quality feedback from a career counselor FYI: If a student has a FERPA flag on his/her
You are now ready to start searching for jobs!
in our office.
In the future, you can also use the Handshake SOAR account, he/she will not have access to
app (IOS or Android). Handshake. Contact the Registrar’s Office if
you wish to remove your FERPA flag.
10 • C A R E E R S E R V I C E S • E X P L O R E O P T I O N S U S M . E D U / C A R E E R-S E R V I C E S • 11
STUDENT CENTER FOR PATHWAY
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCES
THE GOAL OF STUDENT EMPLOYMENT IS TO LOCATE AND DEVELOP THE GOAL OF THE CENTER IS TO ASSIST UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN
OFF-CAMPUS, PART-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR CURRENTLY FINDING, FUNDING, AND FINISHING PATHWAY EXPERIENCES THAT
ENROLLED SOUTHERN MISS STUDENTS, REGARDLESS OF FINANCIAL NEED. CONNECT TO THEIR POST-GRADUATION GOALS.
WHAT ARE PATHWAYS? WHEN SHOULD I PARTICIPATE IN
W H Y YO U S H O U L D V I S I T H OW D O E S S T U D E N T PATHWAYS ARE SIGNIFICANT EXPERIENCES A PATHWAY EXPERIENCE?
Get personal assistance from E M P L OYM E N T WO R K ? CONNECTED TO A STUDENT’S It’s never too early to gain field experience.
the coordinator POST-GRADUATION GOALS.
Student Employment is located within Summer Break
Learn how to navigate Handshake for Career Services. Below are two options Internships (on and off-campus; paid or unpaid) Winter Break - five to seven weeks
job search needs for using this service. Student jobs related to field (on or off campus, Allow four to six months to find and obtain
1. Visit Handshake to search for off-campus, part-time including part-time jobs or co-ops)
Receive job search and interview tips, including an internship
job opportunities.
résumé help Research (scholarly and/or creative) Participate in more than one internship
2. Schedule an appointment with the coordinator for
B E N E F I T S O F WO R K I N G Student teaching, clinicals, practicums, externships
guidance on navigating employment opportunities
PA R T-T I M E A S A S T U D E N T Fieldwork/Other activities that provide students with HOW DOES THE CENTER HELP?
that best suit you.
experience related to their chosen discipline and/or FIND: Schedule one-on-one appointments with a
Earn money to supplement living costs When you schedule an appointment, you can also receive
post-graduation goals staff member to discuss goals and strategies on
while enrolled help with other aspects of the job search process, such as
using online resources.
Build résumé with relevant professional experience the following:
BENEFITS FUND: Review Pathways Summer Scholarship Program.
Develop useful skills that can benefit you in Résumé preparation
Gain relevant work experiences in field of interest Apply in the GO System.
future employment Cover letter review
Build critical career competencies and begin to FINISH: Participate in the Pathway Reflection to receive a
Get ahead in the job market by connecting with Interviewing techniques process how to articulate these competencies for free graduation cord to wear at Commencement.
employers and building a network of contacts future job application materials and interviews
Obtain work experience before receiving Develop and expand your professional network
your degree
TO G E TH E R SCAN HERE OR VISIT
OUR WEBSITE AT
E V E RYO N E MAKE SURE TO ALWAYS FOLLOW
USM.EDU/PATHWAYS
ACHIEVES UP WITH THE EMPLOYER.
(See our follow-up instructions on page 43).
MORE McLemore Hall 125 PATHWAYSUSM
Smoother process through defined roles Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. @USMPATHWAYS
and objectives 601.266.4153 @USMPATHWAYS
Less reliance on management SCAN HERE OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
USM.EDU/CAREER-SERVICES/
Support network
STUDENT-EMPLOYMENT.PHP.
Encourages motivation Q U O T E S F R O M S T U D E N T S A B O U T PAT H WAY E X P E R I E N C E S
Ability to negotiate and manage conflict
Boosted productivity and improved morale McLemore Hall 125 @USMSTUDENT WORK "This internship was my first experience in a "In my internship group, I worked with those of different
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. professional job setting, so I learned how to cultures, races, and sexual orientations. I found it to be
More people = greater ideas @USMSTUDENT WORK
601.266.4153 communicate effectively in a work setting. I learned important that all interns treat one another with respect,
how to do the tasks assigned to me based on their regardless of lifestyle or background."
instruction, have coworkers review my work, and was
able to ask for help if I came across any problems."
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CAREER EVENTS DRESS FOR SUCCESS
BE PREPARED BEFORE THE EVENT PROFESSIONAL
Wear solid, dark, or
neutral colors with light
DEVELOP YOUR BRIEF INTRODUCTION, PRACTICE colors underneath.
IT, AND BE READY TO DELIVER IT. REFER TO PAGE Don't wear stripes or bright
21 TO LEARN ABOUT CRAFTING YOUR 60-SECOND prints/colors.
ELEVATOR PITCH. Suit jacket and pants/skirt
should be matching colors.
LOOK OVER THE LIST OF COMPANIES IN HANDSHAKE
Wear closed-toe dress shoes.
AND FIND THE TOP 10 THAT INTEREST YOU.
RESEARCH COMPANIES OF INTEREST BUSINESS
(Focus on its mission statement, values statements, and brief C A S UA L
history, as well as its products, goods, or services.)
Wear nice pants, skirts,
PREPARE EACH RÉSUMÉ TO ADDRESS EACH or dresses.
EMPLOYER’S NEEDS, AND GET IT REVIEWED BY Skirts and dresses should
CAREER SERVICES. be knee-length.
Ties are optional.
THINK OF QUESTIONS FOR EACH EMPLOYER OF
Don't wear jeans, shorts,
INTEREST. WRITE THEM OUT, BUT DON’T READ C ASUAL BUSINESS C ASUAL PROFESSIONAL or athletic apparel.
FROM THE LIST.
Wear closed-toe flats,
DRESS PROFESSIONALLY. (see next page)
boots, or shoes.
GENERAL
CAREER EVENTS ARE EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITIES TO NETWORK R E COM ME N DATI O N S
Clothes should be tailored,
WITH EMPLOYERS AND LEARN ABOUT JOB OPPORTUNITIES. in good condition, and
EXAMPLES OF QUESTIONS YOU CAN ASK DURING THE EVENT wrinkle/lint-free.
Hair should be well-groomed.
Jewelry should be moderate,
What qualities are you Does your company hire college students for cooperative and fragrances should be mild.
looking for in new hires? education positions, internships, or summer positions? Belts should match color of
attire and shoes.
Can I give you my résumé? What is the application process? Are you the recruiter for hiring?
What do you like most about the What types of things can I do while in school to make
company you are working for? myself more competitive in your job market? WARM WEATHER TIPS
SEYMOUR’S CAREER CLOSET Try wearing linen and other light fabrics.
Try lighter colors and accessories.
Seymour’s Career Closet is a new program on the When they are done, a local dry-cleaning
AT THE EVENT Southern Miss Hattiesburg campus which allows business, Town and Country Cleaners, will
students to shop for FREE professional clothing in provide a free dry-cleaning service for any
1. Review research notes prior to meeting with an organization. 5. Treat each conversation as a mini-interview—that’s exactly preparation for job interviews, internships, networking outfit a student brings in from the closet.
what it is. events, etc. Staffed by volunteers and open by
2. Strategize with which employer(s) you want to connect and Donations to the closet and appointments to
in what order, based on importance and event setup (use 6. Be sure to get contact information and follow up with each appointment only, the closet has provided professional pick up items from the closet may be made by
event map). employer. (See page 43 for instructions.) attire to numerous USM students, who now have one emailing sustainability@usm.edu. Seymour’s
3. Review your talking points before initiating a conversation less thing to worry about going into a big interview. Career Closet is located on the first floor of
with the employer(s). Students have a variety of clothes, shoes and Bolton Hall. This program is brought to campus
For more information on the Career Fairs, visit
4. Talk to a few companies not in your top choices. Practice usm.edu/career-services/online-resources. Scroll down accessories to choose from. Students who select by the Graduate Student Senate, Office of
your brief introduction (elevator pitch) on them. (See page 21, to find the PDF: “How to Work a Career Expo Guide.” clothing from the closet will have to present a Sustainability, and the Division of Student Affairs.
for example). student ID, but no other questions will be asked.
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PROFESSIONAL BUILDING A PORTFOLIO
COMMUNICATION TIPS
Cindy Blackwell, Ph.D. adapted from 2018-19 Career Guide
Professionalism includes an array of aspects, and communication skills are a big factor. Emails, phone conversations, and DETAILS MATTER WHAT TO INCLUDE
face-to-face interactions all require strong communication skills in the professional world. Set the tone for who you are • There should be a consistent message that • All portfolios should include a résumé and a
and what they expect from you. demonstrates your personal brand. one-page personal profile.
In order to accomplish your goals and maintain a positive reputation, it is essential to communicate using protocol that is • Your name should be on every page to remind the • The personal profile should be compelling
professional, appropriate, polite, and effective. Remember: Communicate professionally, whether it’s in person, over the reader whose work is being viewed. and something that helps the reviewer to
phone, or through email, text, or any other form of communication. understand your passion and commitment.
• Use the header of your résumé on other elements
of your portfolio, such as your personal profile, Below is a list of selected disciplines and
contents page, and divider pages. suggestions of artifacts and examples to include
IMPORTANT TIPS FOR When talking on the phone, smile! It helps your voice to
in a portfolio to support that discipline.
sound warm and welcoming. • Use consistent fonts, and pay attention to every
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
detail, such as ensuring the watermark is aligned in Art – Prints or photographs of works, written
Always know your audience. Respond to an email, fax, or phone message within a 24- to
the same direction as your text, if using bond paper. details of processes or protocols, and media
48-hour time period, if at all possible.
Address people by name with proper etiquette. • Consider what elements could be confidential, and reports related to showings and presentations
Proofread, run a spell check for all written forms of
A formal greeting and a formal closing should be included ensure you are only using appropriate information. Business – Business-related writing samples
communication, and do not use all capital letters.
(see sample email below). and elements that demonstrate the process
Include a concise, purposeful subject line. of developing a business plan, including
State your message clearly and provide at least one form of
contact information for the person to use when responding. Do Always make time to say thank you. spreadsheets and graphs
PHYSICAL AND ONLINE PORTFOLIOS
not assume the reader remembers a previous conversation. Choose the best method of communication for what you are Education – Writing samples, lesson plans,
There should be consistency between the two, but
Write down your thoughts prior to making a phone call. trying to achieve (email is not always the best option). student work artifacts, and evaluation of lessons
not everything will be the same.
Journalism/Communication – Writing samples
PHYSIC AL P ORTFOLIOS
across mediums, including print and social media,
• Your portfolio should consist of a three-ring
investigative research, graphic design, layout,
portfolio that allows you to add and remove items
SAMPLE EMAIL as your career grows.
and photography
Health Care/Nursing – Anonymous or
SUBJECT: JOB SHADOWING Make sure you have punctuated • Put all artifacts and examples in heavy-duty page
hypothetical patient care plans and written reports
your message properly and spelling protectors and back it with black cardstock, not
Dear Ms. Brewster, (Always try to find the person’s name!) is correct. construction paper. Sciences – Science-related writing samples,
research protocols, statistical data and analysis,
The tone of your email should not
Hello, my name is Roxanne Jones, and I am very ONLINE P ORTFOLIOS
charts and graphs related to research and results,
be casual. Do not use abbreviations • The viewer should be able to immediately connect
interested in job shadowing with you. My professor, or colloquial terms. The use of
and media reports related to research
the online elements to the physical portfolio.
John Doe, highly recommended that I contact you. “textisms” or emoticons is also not Social Sciences – Relevant writing samples,
• Make the online version viewable in as few clicks including published work, research protocols,
considered professional. These
I recently became interested in teaching, and I am as possible. data and results, and any media reports related to
types of communication can reflect
heavily considering changing my major. Before I take the an unprofessional and casual • Use online versions to demonstrate things like presented works
leap, I would love to shadow you for a day and see what attitude that may send the wrong videos that are not viewable in the physical copy.
it’s like behind the teacher’s desk. message to the recipient.
Use the “Reply All” function carefully.
I look forward to hearing from you at your earliest
When typing the subject, be sure it
convenience. I can be reached via email at Roxanne. adheres to the guidelines in the job
Jones@usm.edu or by phone at 228.123.4567. Thank posting. If there are no guidelines,
you for your time and consideration. be as specific as possible. Emails
from unknown individuals will usually
Best regards, be placed into junk mail if they do
not grab the recipient’s attention.
Roxanne Jones
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BRAND YOURSELF ON SOCIAL MEDIA
IS THE BIGGEST PROFESSIONAL SOCIAL NETWORK, WITH
OVER 500 MILLION USERS.
W H AT I S P E R S O N A L B R A N D I N G ? Nearly every industry uses LinkedIn to find and vet job candidates, and over 90% of recruiters rely on the site.
Personal branding is the practice of people marketing themselves and their careers as brands. With these statistics in mind, you can’t afford NOT to have a LinkedIn profile!
If you want to truly maximize the value of LinkedIn, you’ll want to optimize your profile. Optimizing your profile
means completely filling it out and becoming a LinkedIn “all-star.” LinkedIn users who achieve all-star status show
W H Y I S T H I S I M P O R TA N T ?
up in recruiters’ search results more often.
Use the following tips summarized from Social Media Marketing: A Strategic Approach to market yourself and
93% 2/3 55%
achieve all-star status on LinkedIn.
OF HIRING MANAGERS WILL OF EMPLOYERS TOLD JOBVITE THAT HAVE RECONSIDERED A
REVIEW A CANDIDATE’S SOCIAL POSTS INCLUDING PROFANITY REFLECTED CANDIDATE BASED ON WHAT
1. HEADSHOT AND BACKGROUND the same as endorsements, which are just a click of a
PROFILE BEFORE MAKING A POORLY; OVER HALF DIDN’T LIKE POSTS THEY FIND, WITH MOST Photo should be professional and should not show too button. When someone recommends you, he or she is
HIRING DECISION. ON GUNS; AND 44% SAW POSTS ABOUT (61%) OF THOSE DOUBLE- much skin (a good rule of thumb is to use a picture that writing a detailed paragraph about your competencies
ALCOHOL AS CONCERNING. TAKES BEING NEGATIVE.
shows from the collar bone up). and his or her interactions with you.
Use a background picture identifying your work
5. GROUPS
or university.
39% 57%
LinkedIn lets you join up to 100 groups. Join as many
2. SUMMARY SECTION as possible and participate in their discussions. Monitor
conversations, and look for opportunities to share
Write your summary in first person (i.e., use “I” not “he/ opinions and give feedback. Be seen as a contributor
OF EMPLOYERS WERE TURNED she”). Use keywords that describe you and what you DO and someone who is helpful.
OF EMPLOYERS ARE LESS LIKELY TO
OFF FROM CANDIDATES rather than a job title. For example, if you are skilled in
INTERVIEW APPLICANTS THEY CAN’T
BECAUSE OF PROVOCATIVE OR graphic design and want a career in that area, you might
FIND ONLINE, ACCORDING TO AN SOURCE: TIME.COM 6. CONNECTIONS
INAPPROPRIATE PHOTOGRAPHS.
ANNUAL CAREERBUILDER SOCIAL MEDIA SOURCE: CAREERBUILDER.COM include the words “graphic designer” (how you want to be
RECRUITMENT SURVEY. found on LinkedIn) in your summary instead of “student” Aim for 500 connections, but try to stick to connecting
(your title). Where possible, include your keywords in with people you have met offline or through a group on
other areas of your profile as well, so that you come up LinkedIn. That way, you’ll build a solid network on which
in searches of recruiters looking for job candidates with you can rely in the future. It can take some time and
effort to build 500 connections, but doing so indicates
HOW DO I DO THIS? your competencies and so you receive suggestions from
LinkedIn about jobs that would be a good fit. to LinkedIn that you are a serious, well-connected
professional and increases the odds of your profile
3. SKILLS/ENDORSEMENTS getting served up in searches.
CLEAN YOUR PRESENCE PLAN AND IMPLEMENT
Remove all things that could have a negative effect. Choose three things that you love and that describe Fill out the skills section of your profile. LinkedIn allows
7. CREATE RÉSUMÉ FROM DESKTOP
you. Form what you are going to communicate and you to input 50 skills. Use them all! People can then
• Profanity In the profile section, click the “more” button to convert
how you are going to communicate around that. endorse you for these skills, which adds to your credibility.
• References to illegal activity your résumé to a PDF to send to employers or for a
Your brand needs to also have a message that is quick view.
• Risqué comments/photos 4. RECOMMENDATIONS
intended for a specific audience. Examples: travel,
• Complaints about your school or job Try to get at least 6-10 people to recommend you to -HOLLY SYRDAL
sports, fashion, self-care, etc.
• Posts with spelling and grammar errors enhance your credibility. Recommendations are not
• Find online resources that flag possible KEEPING UP YOUR BRAND
problematic posts, ex: Scrubber
CONSISTENCY IS KEY! REFERENCES
Barker, M.S., Barker, D. I., Bormann, N. F., Roberts, M. L., & Zahay, D. (2017). Social Media Marketing: A Strategic Approach. Boston, MA: Cengage.
Search for yourself online to see what’s out there.
Aslam, S. (2018, January 1). LinkedIn by the Numbers: Stats, Demographics & Fun Facts. Retrieved from omnicoreagency.com/linkedin-statistics.
Bahler, K. (2018, January 17). What Your Linkedin Profile Should Look Like in 2018. Retrieved from time.com/money/5077954/linkedin-profile-tips-résumé.
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Personalize connection requests. Tell
HOW TO USE them your reason for connecting.
Have a profile picture so people can
WHAT IS IT? HOW DO I CREATE THE PITCH?
An elevator pitch is a short Four Main Ingredients for a Comprehensive 60-Second
LINKEDIN GROUPS see with whom they are connecting. summary of your professional Elevator Pitch:
FOR NETWORKING Personalize your recommendation
requests, and offer to reciprocate
experience and goals. 1. Brief summary of education and experience
2. Strength or quality that makes you distinct
5 WAYS TO MAKE THE MOST OUT OF THIS FEATURE (if appropriate). WHERE DID THIS TERM COME FROM?
3. Investment or commitment to your field/area of study
Keep it professional, and only share The term was coined from people getting into an
information relevant to business. elevator with a top executive of a company and pitching 4. What is your goal, and what do you want to accomplish?
1. SEARCH KEYWORDS TO
FIND GROUPS THAT MATCH Turn off notifications when updating themselves during the 30-60 second ride.
YOUR INTERESTS your profile.
There are thousands of professional groups that Send a welcome message that WHERE DO I USE THIS?
are one click away! Utilize onetonline.org to get provides value. You can use this any time you are networking, whether
an idea of keywords related to your career field. you’re at a conference, event, work, or interview.
Regularly maintain relationships.
Building relationships is not a
TIP
numbers game! WHY DO I NEED TO DO THIS? Keep small take-away items with you, like
2. DON'T SPAM THE GROUP a business card, so you can continue the
Make your contact list open to When you only have 30-60 seconds to pitch yourself, conversation at a later date.
Don't just join groups to make job-seeking posts. your connections. you can’t afford to mess it up. It is VITAL to know
Instead, begin by commenting on posts and
what you want to say and how you want to say it, so Make sure your speech doesn't sound rehearsed.
engaging in dialogue with members of the group. It
Offer to introduce your connections
to others in your network. preparation is essential. Write it out; talk it out.
takes tiny steps to build rapport with professionals.
Respond promptly to messages
(1-2 days).
3. BE A LEADER
Yes, engaging in dialogue is important. However,
these groups are looking for leaders, too! Start EXAMPLE ELEVATOR PITCH
your own discussion on the platform. Increasing
your online presence is the first step to making
those professional connections.
HELLO,
4. LINK TO OTHER
My name is Aisha Cartwell, and I am a senior at The University of Southern Mississippi,
CREDIBLE SOURCES
Include references to credible work in the
majoring in marine biology. I bring with me two years of experience in customer
field in your dialogue. Providing these source service, and I am currently interning at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, where
links may lead the way to future connections.
I am receiving firsthand exposure to working with marine life and educating
the public. I am enthusiastic about beginning a career as a marine biologist and studying
5. TURN ON LINKEDIN the effects of weather-related disasters on the Gulf Coast shores, as well as the specific
NOTIFICATIONS impact on dolphins and larger marine mammals. My interests vary from research to
Staying active on LinkedIn involves staying
up-to-date on new groups, discussions,
instruction, and I am working toward my goal of becoming a professor.
updates, and more!
Compiled by graduate career counselor Olivia Miller
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Every résumé should have the following: education, experience and involvement (at a minimum).
Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s not what you
know but who you know?” A large percentage of the
R E Q U I R E D I N F O R M AT I O N
DON'T be timid.
jobs filled each year are a result of networking. This
DON'T speak to only one person. EDUCATION Include study-abroad experience, INTERNSHIP, PRACTICUM, FIELD
aspect of the job market is commonly referred to as
DON'T self-promote. Reverse chronological order (most location and date (month year) EXPERIENCE/WORK EXPERIENCE
the “hidden” job market. If you are only responding
to online/official job postings, you could be missing a DON'T forget to follow up. recent first) Transfer students: Include Reverse chronological order
considerable number of opportunities. Spell out degree name (i.e. community college or university
DON'T ask someone to distribute your résumé. No complete sentences
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor information if attended one year
DON'T get too personal. or more No period needed at the end
FIRST BUILD YOURSELF of Arts) of descriptions
“Building effective relationships is one of the most “The” in front of University of GPA recommended if above 3.0
Action words to begin
essential elements to ensuring success in your Southern Mississippi each description
professional life. Far more important than any
relationship you establish with another person is the Can have one or more sections
DO have a firm handshake.
relationship you have with yourself.
DO say your full name.
In order to effectively initiate, sustain, and develop H I G H LY R E CO M M E N D E D I N F O R M AT I O N
DO introduce others.
relationships in your professional life, you must first
have a sense of confidence in communicating who you DO have your elevator pitch ready OBJECTIVE SPECIAL PROJECTS PRESENTATIONS/PUBLICATIONS
are in an enthusiastic and articulate manner. Know your (refer to page 21). Provides specific purpose Title, date, city, and state PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
own personal goals, the topics that you are passionate DO bring business cards or mini-résumé cards. for résumé Professional association
Detailed descriptions of
about, and the vision that you want to cultivate.” conferences attended
DO get introductions from current contacts. Include position title and related projects completed
-JONA BURTON
employer/company name through coursework Research presented at professional
DO use your personality.
Former Assistant Director of Career Services Do not include a period at the Languages (list proficiency levels) association conferences
Gulf Park Campus DO listen more than you speak.
end of objective Webinars
Relevent topical papers
CO N T E N T T O CO N S I D E R , I F N E C E S S A RY
MINI-RÉSUMÉ
CARDS SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS HONORS/AWARDS/
SCHOLARSHIPS
Succinct descriptions of most
relevant leadership roles
Should be no longer than
Mini-résumé cards are business cards with a BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN BUSINESS 3-5 bullets Scholarships SKILLS
brief highlight of skills or accomplishments on ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES President’s List and Dean’s List Skills related to major or
the back in three or four bullet points. These
Certification title potential jobs
will often get you noticed in highly competitive • Two years of accounting COMMUNITY SERVICE/
experience, including internship
searches. Mini-résumé cards can easily JOHN DOE VOLUNTEERISM Computer skills for technical majors
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
• Skilled in supervision, hiring
Certification or license number
be carried in pockets, wallets, purses, and and training staff Organization name, city, and state Languages (list proficiency levels)
Include date (month, year)
padfolios, especially at events like our • Leadership skills developed
ATHLETICS Number of hours served, RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Career Fairs. PHONE: 123.456.7890 as treasurer of two student
EMAIL: johndoe@gmail.com
organizations if significant RELATED COURSEWORK
Consider creating a design for your mini- Mention if team captain and
ADDRESS: 123 Winchester Dr. • Worked 25 hours per week
sport played Description of service, if related 2-6 course titles related to major
résumé card using graphics and conservative maintaining a 3.4 GPA as a
Hattiesburg, MS 39406 to major
coloring to help separate yourself from other full-time student
Conference championships or
job seekers. Suggested layout programs NCAA tournament appearances ACTIVITIES/CAMPUS
FYI: On your résumé, your
include InDesign, GIMP, Illustrator, Photoshop, ORGANIZATIONS
Number of years name should be 18-20 pt. font.
Inkscape, and CorelDraw. Full name of organizations
Front of card should contain Back of card should contain The rest of the résumé should
your contact information. highlights of qualifications. be 10-12 pt. font.
Philanthropic participation
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EXAMPLES OF ACTION WORDS THAT DESCRIBE YOUR FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
Strong résumés have strong verbiage. Use our action word list to help your résumé stand out. • Located at the top of résumé • Address (optional) and phone number
• Single-spaced • Professional email (name in email included or
COMMUNIC ATION Spoke HELPING Emphasized Processed TE ACHING • First and last name (18-20 point font) boldfaced @usm.edu email)
Addressed Suggested Advocated Enforced Purchased Advised
Advertised Summarized Aided Enhanced Recorded Coached
Arranged Synthesized Answered Established Registered Critiqued
Articulated Translated Assisted Executed Reserved Enabled
Authored Wrote Contributed Generated Responded Encouraged
Collaborated Cooperated Handled Routed Explained
CRE ATIVE
Communicated
Composed Acted
Counseled
Demonstrated
Headed
Hired
Screened
Served
Facilitated
Focused
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Hosted Submitted
Conferred Composed Ensured Individualized
Improved Supplied
Consulted Conceptualized Expedited Informed
Implemented Updated
Contacted Condensed Familiarized Instilled
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Conveyed Created Furthered Instructed
Managed Verified
Convinced
Corresponded
Customized
Displayed
Helped
Insured
Merged
RESE ARCH
Motivated
Persuaded
JANE DOE
Motivated
Debated Drew Intervened Analyzed Stimulated
601.123.4567 | jane.doe@usm.edu
Organized
Defined Entertained Prevented Clarified Taught
Originated
Described Fashioned Provided Collected Tested
Oversaw
Drafted Illustrated Rehabilitated Compared Trained
Planned
Edited Initiated Represented Conducted Transmitted
Prioritized
Elicited Integrated
Introduced
Simplified Produced Detected
Determined
Tutored JANE DOE
Enlisted Supplied Recommended Cell: 601.123.4567 | Email: jane.doe@usm.edu
Explained Invented Supported Diagnosed TECHNIC AL
Replaced
Expressed Modeled Volunteered Evaluated Adapted
Restored
Formulated Modified Examined Adjusted
Scheduled
Furnished Performed LE ADERSHIP Experimented Applied
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Photographed Administered Explored Assembled
Incorporated Selected
Influenced Revised Analyzed
Streamlined Extracted Built JANE DOE
Revitalized Appointed Gathered Calculated
Interpreted Strengthened 601.123.4567 jane.doe@usm.edu
Shaped Approved Identified Compared
Interviewed Supervised
Assigned Inspected Conserved
Lectured Transformed
FINANCIAL Attained Constructed
Listened Interpreted
Adjusted Authorized Designed
Marketed ORG ANIZ ATION Invented
Moderated
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Chaired Catalogued Investigated Determined JANE DOE
Condensed Categorized Located Engineered
Negotiated Email: jane.doe@usm.edu
Audited Considered Estimated
Observed Classified Measured
Balanced Cell: 601.123.4567
Consolidated Coded Researched Maintained
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Reduced Developed Specialized
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Adapted from the University of North Carolina Career Center
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