Career Development

Creating an Employable Resume and Cover Letters

 

Spread The Purple has helped thousands of clients draft and refine their résumés. For many clients, the first step in the résumé writing process is attending a résumé writing workshop during the year. We also offer a free résumé peer review service and had printed materials on the résumé writing process, as well as examples in our resource center.

 

Having a well thought and strategically laid out resume and cover letter is the key to landing an interview. Upon completion of this 30- 40 minute workshop attendees will be able to draft an effective resume and cover letter that will include all relevant experiential education. Attendees will also be introduced to resources available to them at The Career Center to assist them in the process.

 

 

Mock Interview Program

 

The Mock Interview Program provides  a lower income working class, unemployed, and ex-offending communities, within 48 hours of the date of the scheduled interview a chance to tweak interviewing skills. Sign up for a practice interview is available either through the following methods: on the phone, over Skype, or in a one-on-one coaching session at our office.

Mock Interviews may be used prior to any form of interview, including graduate, professional, health, phone, and job interviews.

At the time of the client’s interview he/she can expect a simulated 30 minute interview by trained and highly engaged interviewers who will challenge him/her with customized questions based on their background, area of interest, and any other information the client provides. The more information the client provides, the more customized the questions!

 

The 30 minute feedback portion will highlight the client’s strengths and provide areas for improvement. The client will take home with them: recorded and written feedback, relevant handouts, and a better understanding of how to articulate their thoughts, experiences, and skills.